A new study has revealed a little bit more information than was previously held regarding the popular over the counter medication, acetaminophen. It doesn’t work just by blocking pain in the brain; it also works by blocking nerve endings within the body where pain might be experienced. Acetaminophen, often referred to by its brand… Continue reading A New Understanding of How Acetaminophen Works
New research indicates that spending time out in nature is more than relaxing. There’s a potential therapeutic benefit for those that suffer from chronic back pain, too. A recently published study indicates that being in nature has the potential to help people that are struggling with chronic back pain. The team surveyed a group… Continue reading The Therapeutic Side of Nature
A new report from the Public Health Center of Excellence on Dementia Caregiving highlights a new finding about a risk that dementia caregivers may face. It states that about three in five family caregivers that work with a family member that has dementia also have a high risk of developing dementia themselves. This elevated… Continue reading A New Risk for Caregivers
According to new research, people that have had the shingles vaccine are 23 percent less likely to suffer from a cardiovascular incident, such as a heart attack or a stroke, than those who have not had the shingles vaccine are. Without a vaccine, research shows that about 30 percent of people will get shingles… Continue reading Another Benefit of the Shingles Vaccine
According to a recent survey that was conducted by AARP, about 75 percent of older Americans wish to remain in their own homes as they get older. Sometimes, in order for people to stay in their homes, the proper care and assistance isn’t enough to meet the needs of the person in care. Changes… Continue reading Tips for Staying in the Home for Longer
For several years, it has been noted in research that psychological treatment, namely counseling, therapy sessions, and even medications targeted to treat mental health issues, such as antidepressants, have a positive impact on the treatment of chronic pain. Now, scientists are starting to understand exactly why this is. Traditionally, chronic pain was addressed with… Continue reading How Mental Health Treatment Can Help with Pain
Everyone knows that your diet plays a big role in your overall health. A healthy diet helps fight obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even some types of cancer. But current research shows that eating right can also have an impact on things like Parkinson’s disease. For example, a new study shows that people that… Continue reading Diet and Parkinson’s Disease
Palliative care is a specific type of treatment that is designed to provide comfort and care to an individual. It’s not just about treating a physical issue, but also addressing emotional and spiritual needs. It’s about comfort and wellbeing, not just health. And new research indicates that people with critical or advanced cardiovascular disease… Continue reading A Closer Look at Palliative Care
Language is far more important to our cognitive processing than many people realize. On the surface, language is just how we communicate with one another. On a deeper level, language shapes how we interpret the world around us. It also plays a large role in everyday activities and thought. That’s why a new study… Continue reading Language, Vision, and Dementia
The landscape of senior care is changing. With a growing population, people living longer, and seniors remaining more active for longer periods of time, this is a necessity. Just what that landscape will look like though is still uncertain. Right now, there are about 58 million people over the age of 65 living in… Continue reading How is Senior Care Changing?