October 19, 2026
Hot Weather Can Change How Some Medicines Affect You: What Desert Residents Should Know
Some medicines can make it harder to cope with high temperatures or recognize overheating. Here’s how to plan for hot…
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October 19, 2026
Morning or Bedtime? What a Large Trial Found About When to Take Blood Pressure Medicine
Taking blood pressure pills at bedtime is not automatically better. A large UK trial found no meaningful difference in major…
October 19, 2026
A Shingles Vaccine Was Linked to Fewer Dementia Diagnoses in a Natural Experiment
A study in Wales found fewer new dementia diagnoses among people eligible for a shingles vaccine. The result is intriguing—but…
October 19, 2026
Fiber Is More Than One Thing: How to Build It Into Everyday Meals
Fiber supports digestion, but different fibers behave differently in the body. Here’s what the basics mean—and practical ways to add…
October 19, 2026
A Daily Multivitamin and Memory After 60: What a Three-Year Trial Found
In a large U.S. study, older adults taking a daily multivitamin performed modestly better on a word-recall test than those…
October 19, 2026
CBT-I Treats Insomnia by Retraining the Habits and Worries That Keep People Awake
For persistent insomnia, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is a recommended first treatment. It combines practical sleep strategies with ways…
October 19, 2026
You Don’t Need 10,000 Steps to Get Moving: What Studies Say About Daily Walking
Research links more daily steps with better health outcomes, but it does not point to one magic number. Here’s what…
October 19, 2026
What Happens When Weight-Loss Medication Stops? Three Trials Show Why Regain Is Common
Studies of semaglutide and tirzepatide found that many participants regained weight after switching to a placebo, even while receiving lifestyle…
October 19, 2026
At High Altitude, Sleeping Higher Too Quickly Can Raise Your Risk of Illness
A mountain itinerary is not just a question of how high you climb. The elevation where you sleep—and how quickly…
October 19, 2026
A Blood Pressure Reading Is a Snapshot: How to Measure It More Reliably at Home
A home monitor can help reveal blood pressure patterns—but the cuff, your posture and the minutes before a reading all…
October 19, 2026
Could Hearing Aids Help Protect Thinking? What a Three-Year Trial Found
A large U.S. trial found no cognitive benefit across its full study group—but a higher-risk subgroup declined more slowly with…
October 19, 2026
Added Sugars on Food Labels: What the Number Can—and Can’t—Tell You
The added-sugars line can help compare foods, but it is not a complete measure of how much sugar a food…
October 19, 2026
RSV Vaccines Give Older Adults a New Way to Lower the Risk of Severe Illness
RSV is often mild, but it can become serious in later life. Vaccines now offer added protection—alongside important limits, side…
October 19, 2026
Restless Legs Syndrome: When the Urge to Move Keeps You Awake
An uncomfortable urge to move the legs that eases with motion can be more than ordinary restlessness. Here’s how restless…
October 19, 2026
Weight-Loss Plateaus: Why Progress Slows and What to Reassess
When weight loss slows, it may reflect a body that now needs less energy—not a plan that has failed. Here’s…
October 19, 2026
A Salt Substitute Cut Stroke Risk in a Large Trial. Who Should Consider It?
A five-year study in rural China found fewer strokes and cardiovascular events among people using a potassium-enriched salt substitute. The…
October 19, 2026
Learning a Challenging New Skill May Give Older Adults’ Memory a Boost
A 14-week study of adults ages 60 to 90 found memory improvements among participants who took on demanding new skills.…
October 19, 2026
Age-Related Macular Degeneration: What Older Adults Should Know About Exams and AREDS2
Age-related macular degeneration can affect the center of vision before it is obvious. Regular eye exams can identify changes, while…
October 19, 2026
A Five-Minute Breathing Practice Put Stress Relief to the Test
A four-week study compared several short breathing exercises with mindfulness meditation. One technique showed promising changes in mood and breathing…
October 19, 2026
The Walking Talk Test: A Simple Way to Gauge Your Pace
A conversation can help you tell whether your walk is moderate or vigorous. Here’s how to use the talk test—and…