Could promiscuity up cancer risk?
Having more sexual partners could increase your exposure to problematic viruses.
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- February 24, 2020
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Alzheimer’s testing—a must, or a maybe?
There's no hard and fast rule on cognitive tests, but there's no doubt positive changes now help prevent dementia later.
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- February 16, 2020
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How to navigate menopause
The most normal thing about the peri-menopausal years? They're often laden with uncertainty and inconsistency.
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- February 11, 2020
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Breastfeeding could delay menopause
It prevents ovulation and may slow the natural depletion of ovarian follicles, lowering the risk of early menopause.
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- February 11, 2020
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Humdrum sex life—a prompt for menopause?
Women who have less sex may be more likely to start menopause earlier, as their bodies adopt what experts call a "use it or lose it" response.
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- January 29, 2020
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America’s alcohol binge intensifies
Adults ages 35 to 44 aren't consuming alcohol quite so often—but when they do, they're overdoing it.
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- January 23, 2020
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Fountain of youth—is it skim milk?
Those who drink higher-fat milk may have skimpier telomeres, a telltale sign of worsening age.
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- January 22, 2020
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‘T’ therapy isn’t always the answer
It can remedy sexual dysfunction, but there's no solid evidence testosterone supplements will reverse fatigue, memory decline or other rigors of aging.
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- January 16, 2020
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Invest in middle age, reap in old age
If you want to gain quality years, adopt a low-risk lifestyle that embraces exercise and good nutrition—and shuns smoking and alcohol.
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- January 13, 2020
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Build better balance at any age
Improvements in body strength will lower the risk of falls, helping prevent broken bones—particularly for older adults.
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- December 28, 2019
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Reset your vitamin D
New research suggests it may be time to rethink the old strategies on this tricky supplement.
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- December 21, 2019
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Are you a caregiver? Take care of yourself, too
More than 34 million Americans provide unpaid care to an older adult. These caregivers need support, experts say.
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- December 8, 2019
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