Low levels of testosterone can lead to serious health problems including osteoporosis and low red cell production. Treatment can include creams or injectable medications.
Studies suggest that people who develop hearing loss, even in midlife, have a greater risk of developing dementia later in life. Part of the brain that is involved in hearing is also involved in language and memory so it’s best to get your hearing checked regularly.
With sexually transmitted infections rising according to the CDC, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of the diseases. If you think you’ve been exposed, see your doctor and get tested.
Many people develop cataracts as they get older. As our eyes age, the lens may become cloudy, interfering with our sight. Replacing our natural lens in our eyes with an artificial one can restore our sight.
Augmented reality is helping surgeons do more precise knee replacements by letting them keep their eyes on the patient -- but still see the data they need. Information and images from a computer are projected to smart glasses and allow the doctor to see both the projection and the surgery site.
If you’re pregnant you should be careful about the food you eat because changes in your body could make you more prone to food-borne illnesses, like listeria. Some foods to watch out for include deli meats, soft cheeses, and hot dogs.
Wearing a bike helmet the right way can keep children from a head injury if they take a tumble. But if the helmet is cracked or worn incorrectly, it won’t protect them. A few safety checks can make all the difference.
As we age our risk of developing dementia, or cognitive impairments, increases but there are ways to reduce your risk. Lifestyle changes like more exercise, getting enough sleep, and cutting back on some things like alcohol can help.
In an interview with the Health Channel, Dr. Yadira Torres, Psy.D., Psychologist & Clinical Associate with Child Psychology Associates, explains how ADD and ADHD diagnoses are done for children. Dr. Torres says that when she talks about ADD or ADHD inattentive type, she’s talking about those children who are really struggling in school because that […]
