Health News Archives

Study Shows Exercise Shields Against Osteoporosis
Women who did weight-bearing sports such as swimming had greater bone density in menopause

Diet, Exercise May Modify Breast Cancer Risks
Combined, they produce more potent anti-disease effect in postmenopausal women, study says

Calcium, Vitamin D Won’t Prevent Breast Cancer
But findings apply to postmenopausal women only, counters editorial

Testosterone Patch Restores Libido in Postmenopausal Women
But, the male hormone therapy may cause unwanted hair growth, study finds

Osteoporosis Meds Linked to Heart Problem
Bisphosphonates may up rate of serious atrial fibrillation, review finds

Aerobics Can Reverse Mental Decline in Older Adults
Review of studies shows workouts that leave a person breathless boost brain tissue volume

Vitamin K Doesn’t Slow Bone Loss
But high doses may protect against fractures, cancer, study suggests

Timing, Dosage of HRT Affect Chances of Heart Trouble
Large study found younger women taking it for a longer time did have higher risk

Hypnosis Cuts Hot Flashes for Breast Cancer Survivors
Patients using the technique saw episodes diminish by 68%, study finds

HRT After Menopause Reduces Symptoms
It reduced problems with sleep, sexual functioning and hot flashes, study finds