July 4, 2008

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Fewer than 40% of hypertensives have their blood pressure under control. Making sure they take their prescribed treatment is a large part of the answer... More   NEWS How to Get People To Take a Walk July 3, 2008 Are You Getting Enough Vitamin D? July 2, 2008 More Java News July 1, 2008 Love Your Morning Coffee? June 30, 2008 Take a Minute to See If You're Losing Your Hair June 27, 2008  More News   HEALTH CENTERS  Alzheimer's Disease  Arthritis and Gout  Cancer  Cholesterol Disorders  Depression  Diabetes  Digestive Problems  Emotional Health  Exercise  Falls and Injuries  Hearing  Heart and Circulation  Memory  Neurological Disorders  Nutrition  Osteoporosis  Overweight  Pain and Headache  Positive Aging  Respiratory Diseases  Sexuality  Skin Problems  Sleep Disorders  Stroke  Thyroid Disease  Urinary Problems  Vision  Other Health Topics     ARTICLES NEW Fish consumption could protect your eyesight July 4, 2008 Eating fish regularly could protect you from age-related macular degeneration. A review shows that the risk is reduced by 38 percent among those with a high intake of omega-3 fatty acids, which occur in fish. NEW Diabetics need to watch out for depression July 4, 2008 People with symptoms of depression are more likely to develop diabetes, according to a study. The researchers also found that those with treated type 2 diabetes have an increased risk of depression. NEW Bright light helps people with dementia July 4, 2008 Bright light during the day improves symptoms in patients with dementia. Melatonin at night helps sleep as well. The findings relate to a better synchronization of circadian rhythms.  More Articles   TOOLS How Likely Are You to Have a Heart Attack? June 7, 2004 Are You Dependent on Nicotine? May 1, 2004 What's Your Target Heart Rate? April 6, 2004  More Tools   QUESTIONS & ANSWERS I think my father is depressed but he won't admit it. January 29, 2007 I am really worried about my aging father. He seems to have no interest in doing things or meeting people and has even lost his appetite. However he is in quite good health. Do you think he is depressed? and how can I help him? How to Regain Confidence Driving after a Stroke? January 29, 2007 My father has had a stroke but has regained his physical abilities. His problem is a loss of confidence driving his car although he wants to return to driving.. He really needs his car as he lives a way from friends and activities. What can be done to help him? How do I Know whether my son has ADHD or Bipolar Disorder? January 29, 2007 My brother has just been diagnosed with 'bipolar'. Is it hereditary? Are there any tests I can have? I'm really worried about this as my son has attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder.  More Questions & Answers AGING OF YOUR HEART AND BLOOD VESSELS IS RISKY  The "aging process" causes specific cardiovascular changes... GENTLE ENDINGS  We are all going to die, one day...

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