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ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Older people tend to feel about 13 years younger than their chronological age. That is one of the findings of a study forthcoming in the Journals of Gerontology: Psychological Science. The researchers analyzed the responses of 516 men and women age 70 and older who participated in the Berlin Aging Study, tracking how their perceptions about age and their satisfaction Read more...

That photo of your smiling kids on the refrigerator door might do more than just make you feel good; you might make healthier food choices after looking at it. A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research shows that positive moods can increase our ability to understand the big picture. "A positive mood enhances efforts to attain future well-being, encourages broader and flexible Read more...

Scientific studies have uncovered the secrets of living longer -- and a good sex life, eating chocolate and positive thinking are all in there. In fact, those who indulge in life's little pleasures are shown to outlive miserable abstainers in any number of studies. But living as long as possible is, according to one piece of research, also dependent on making healthy choices and by Read more...

Many Americans don't take the vacation days they have earned, for a variety of reasons. For one, they want to be seen as hard-working- and some people are concerned that their jobs may not be there when they return. Lately, the high cost of travel has added to the temptation to forego a vacation as well. The Conference Board reported last April that only 39 percent of U.S. workers surveyed were Read more...

A combination of moderate exercise and nutritional supplements could help older people maintain an active lifestyle, British researchers said. Researchers at Manchester Metropolitan University found that 60 healthy, independent-living adults age 65 and older, who took carbohydrate and protein supplements just before and just after low-resistance exercise could boost muscle performance and Read more...

Labor Day usually represents the closing of the summer season. It also signifies a time of new beginnings. With the fall comes many changes. The weather starts to cool, the kids are back to school, sport seasons end and new ones begin and, for many, a sigh of relief is breathed as the daily schedule becomes a bit more predictable. With the fast-paced schedule of summer slowly fading, Read more...

"Every man desires to live long, but no man would be old." - Jonathan Swift, author There comes a point when the mirror is no longer the amiable companion we used to know. The mirror has turned accusatory: Apparently overnight, we got old. What the mirror cannot show is that hundreds of thousands of cells have been failing to function or even have died. That didn't Read more...

Older people who remain in the workforce have lower rates of heart disease, diabetes and arthritis than their retired peers, Australian researchers say. A reported by the Australian Bureau of Statistics report indicates that workers between 45 and 74 years old were less likely to have a chronic health condition, including obesity, than retirees, the Melbourne Sun-Herald reported Read more...

by Mary Calvagna, MSToday, due to numerous medical and scientific advances, people are living longer than ever before. But you don't just automatically live longer—you have to be good to your body, mind, and soul. The following 10 tips are a good start for getting you on your way to living a long and healthy life.Eat a balanced diet—one that is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and Read more...

by Mary Calvagna, MS Cigarette smoking is the single most preventable cause of death in the United States. If you have thought about quitting but haven’t been able to, here are some reasons why you should and some ways to do it. Here’s Why: According to the National Cancer Institute, more than 440,000 deaths in the US each year are from smoking-related illnesses. Quitting smoking now can Read more...

by Debra Wood, RNMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Lung Cancer | Resource Guide Symptoms result from damage to the lung or other structures that are near the lung in the mediastinum or surrounding tissues. They include: Persistent and worsening coughHoarsenessor any change in voice qualityCoughing Read more...

by Debra Wood, RNMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Lung Cancer | Resource GuideAvoid Exposure to Cancer-Causing Substances Avoiding exposure to cancer-causing substances will decrease your risk of developing lung cancer. Suggestions include: Don’t smoke. If you smoke, quit. Your risk of lung Read more...

by Debra Wood, RNMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Leukemia | Resource GuideAvoid Exposure to Benzene and High Doses of RadiationExposure to the chemical benzene or high doses of radiation increases the risk of leukemia. Environmental exposures to radiation are generally at a low dose and may Read more...

by Alayne Ronnenberg, ScDMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Cirrhosis | Resource GuideYou can take several steps to reduce your risk of developing cirrhosis.Abstain from AlcoholAlcohol abuse is the most common cause of cirrhosis in the United States (and North America) and at least 75%-80% of Read more...

by Michelle Badash, MSMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With CAD and Angina | Resource GuideA risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.It is possible to develop CAD or angina with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk factors you Read more...

by Amy Scholten, MPHMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism | Resource GuideA risk factor is something that increases your likelihood of getting a disease or condition.It is possible to develop alcoholism with or without the risk factors listed below. However, the more risk Read more...

by Amy Scholten, MPHMain Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism | Resource Guide Alcoholism tends to run in families, and genetic factors partially explain this pattern. It is impossible to reduce your genetic risk. However, risk is not necessarily destiny. Certain factors, such Read more...

by Elissa Sonnenberg, MSEd In a world full of runny noses and hacking coughs, products with labels like "antibacterial" and "antimicrobial" regularly dispense hopes of germ and illness-free lives to their users. But as the variety of germ-fighting products continues to rise—including antibacterial scissors, pens, and even underwear—medical experts continue to disagree over their benefits and Read more...

by Karen Asp For many people, moderation is the key to a healthy, happy life. After all, how much fun would life be if you swore off M&Ms forever, or if you always chose exercise over other activities and relationships? But for some people, the quest to adopt a more healthful lifestyle progresses from earnest to overzealous, and, ironically, these people may end up doing more harm than Read more...

by Lori P. Marcotte, RD, CNSD Although "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" and "eat your veggies" may sound like folklore, it turns out that these maxims may have scientific backing. The only catch is that just one apple or one vegetable serving a day isn't enough. In fact, to maximize your health, you need a combination of at least five a day. Why Five? The underlying causes of deaths Read more...