Dementia is Top 3 Neurological Disorder
The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that there are 73 million baby boomers in the nation. As the baby boomer population — defined as adults born from 1946 to 1964 — continues to age, experts predict Read More
Condition Spotlight
Blood Pressure controlled by this?
Skin plays a surprising role in helping regulate blood pressure and heart rate, according to scientists at the University of Cambridge and the Karolinska Institute, Sweden. While this discovery was made in mice, the researchers Read More
Dementia and Alzheimer’s Caregiving Tips for the Holidays
The holidays can be an especially challenging time for family caregivers of people with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease. To help families navigate holiday visits, Rutgers Today spoke with Mary Catherine Lundquist, program director of Care2Caregivers, Read More
Latest News Regarding COVID-19
Loss of smell is the best sign of COVID-19 Two international studies confirm that for the majority of patients with respiratory infections who lose the sense of smell, this is due to COVID-19. The disease Read More
Cold Weather COVID Questions
Are there any special precautions I can take to protect myself against COVID-19 as the winter arrives and we face cold weather? We all need to hunker down this winter. Since the coronavirus is more Read More
The Mediterranean diet reduces the risk of having another heart attack
Heart disease is the main cause of death in developed countries. There is evidence that shows that factors related to lifestyle, such as diet, have an influence on developing these kinds of diseases. But, do Read More
Vitamin D3 could help heal or prevent cardiovascular damage
A new study conducted by Ohio University scientists suggests that a little more sunlight might help restore damage to your cardiovascular system. The study shows that Vitamin D3 — which is made by the body Read More
A Healthy Bones Cheat Sheet
Bones play many roles in the body — providing structure, protecting organs, anchoring muscles and storing calcium. While it’s important to build strong and healthy bones during childhood and adolescence, you can take steps during Read More
Novel coronavirus mistakes and myths
Coronavirus is creeping up in many parts of the country. States are imposing more lockdowns, schools and going virtual and people are panicking to take steps to avoid the virus. UC Davis infectious disease experts Read More
How Cranberries can Treat UTI Infections.
Cranberries are tart berries that are considered to be superfruits. They pack a potent punch of antioxidants, organic and fatty acids, fiber, and proteins, and all those beneficial traits can be applied to staving off Read More