Concussions Tied to Memory Loss

Concussions are a common type of traumatic brain injury that can affect memory

Thursday, May 26, 2016 Follow Us         Featured Concussions & Brain Injuries: Symptoms, Tests, Treatment Concussions are a common type of traumatic brain injury. Read more about symptoms of a concussion, how to treat head injuries, and learn about tests used to... Read more ...  News High-Salt Diets May Raise Heart Risks for Kidney Patients People with chronic kidney disease face higher odds of heart attack or stroke if they have high-salt diets, a new study suggests. "Moderate sodium reduction among patients with... Read more ... Loss of Y Chromosome in Men Tied to Alzheimer's Risk Men who lose Y chromosomes from their blood cells as they age may have an increased risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, a new study suggests. The study of more than... Read more ... After 20 Years, a Food Label Makeover The nutrition facts panel on the back of food packages -- that box many of us check to see how many calories and how much fat, protein, and fiber are in the foods we eat -- is getting... Read more ... Too Few Americans Take Advantage of Local Parks Most neighborhood parks in the United States are geared toward younger people, which limits their use, a new study suggests. "Relatively modest investments could make parks much... Read more ... Out-of-Pocket X-Ray, CT Scan Costs Vary Widely The out-of-pocket price for a standard chest X-ray, CT scan or ultrasound can vary by hundreds of dollars, depending on where the imaging is done, new research reveals... Read more ... Senior Health Center MedicineNet's Senior Health Center gives you all of the tools necessary to maintain a healthy body and mind as you age. Get access to various senior health topics, slideshows, quizzes and medications for reference. This important topic area guides seniors through the stages of their life, as well as learning the conditions and diseases that may occur. Educating yourself for transitions into different phases of life is key to a healthy, happy, and productive life. Read more ... Health Tools   Picture Slideshows   Quizzes   Health & Living   Pinpoint Your Pain   Medical Word of the Day   More Newsletters   Diseases and Conditions   Medical Picture of the Day   MedicineNet Home