Dementia & Beta Blockers: A Bad Mix?

Beta blockers are often the go-to medication for people who've survived a heart attack

Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Follow Us         Featured Beta Blockers May Not Be Best Heart Drugs for Dementia Patients Beta blocker drugs are often the go-to medication for people who've survived a heart attack. But a new study suggests that they may not be the medicine of choice for nursing home residents... Read more ...  Diseases and Conditions Dermabrasion Dermabrasion produces substantial changes in the appearance of the skin by injuring it in a controlled manner using an abrasive. Dermabrasion is most often used to treat certain types... Read more ...  News What You Need to Know When Prescribed an Opioid Painkiller There are a number of questions you should ask if a doctor or other health care provider prescribes opioid painkillers such as Oxycontin, Vicodin, codeine and morphine, the U.S. Food and Drug... Read more ... Whether Statins Cut Alzheimer's Risk May Depend on Gender, Race Could cholesterol-fighting statins fend off Alzheimer's disease? A new, large study suggests that if they do have that power, it may depend on the specific statin, and the... Read more ... Health Tip: Keep Teeth Healthy During the Holidays Holiday favorite foods can wreak havoc on your teeth, so take care to protect your smile. The American Dental Association recommends... Read more ... Was Football Safer Back in the Day? In a finding that suggests football used to be a less dangerous sport, a small study shows that men who played in high school in the 1950s and 1960s may not be at increased risk for... 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 ADVERTISEMENT