Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Do Crossword Puzzles Prevent Dementia?

Doing a crossword puzzle every day may help keep your brain sharp as you age
Tuesday, July 18, 2017       
MedicineNet's Senior Health Newsletter
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Can Daily Crossword Protect You From Dementia?

Doing a crossword puzzle every day may help keep your brain sharp as you age, researchers report. The British study of people aged 50 and older found the more often they did...
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Health Bill Flatlining as 2 More GOP Senators Defect

Two more Republican senators announced Monday night their opposition to the GOP plan to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act. The announcement, by Mike Lee of Utah...
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Many Americans Unaware of This Year's Heavy Tick Season: Poll

Most Americans know that ticks can make them sick, and many take steps to avoid them. But few know that this summer could be a particularly bad one for tick bites...
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One Social Hour a Week Can Help Someone With Dementia

Just a slight increase in social interaction benefits older adults with dementia and lowers health care costs, a new British study suggests. 'People with dementia who are living...
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More U.S. Patients Are Recording Their Doctor Visits

Smartphones are capturing all of life's moments, and doctor visits are no exception. At least 1 in 10 U.S. patients now records discussions at medical appointments, researchers...
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Health Tip: Don't Pass the Salt, Please

Like many people, you may be trying to cut back on the amount of salt in your diet. The problem is, lots of packaged foods are loaded with salt. The U.S. National, Heart, Lung...
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 Doctor's Views
Can My Diet Improve Arthritis?

Are there any particular foods which should be included or excluded from the diet of an individual suffering from arthritis? Doctor's response First, there are many forms...
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