The ability to take a deep cleansing breath of air without shortness of breath or frequent upper respiratory illnesses is a gift that depends on healthy, well-functioning lungs. While many of us take this ability for granted, not everyone has that same experience. People afflicted with...
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The belief that older women are not interested in sex is simply untrue. This surprising research result from a national multi-site study called SWAN, or the Study of Women’s Health Access Across the Nation, designed the study to focus on the trajectory of a woman’s desire over time. In...
While binge drinking has increased significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic, there are better ways to cope
A concerning trend has been emerging since the arrival of COVID-19. Alcohol consumption, especially binge drinking, has risen sharply. A recent study from RAND Corporation looked at the pattern of alcohol use and the consequences on Americans during the lockdown and global pandemic. One...
For men, the fountain of youth begins with treating their body and mind with respect. This means adopting healthy habits, ideally at an early age, helping increase their chances of preventing chronic health conditions while keeping physically fit. Of course, every man has their own idea...
Early on in the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic, a glaring observation was made: Individuals who were obese had a greater risk of not only developing Covid-19 infection, but also a greater risk for hospitalization for severe illness and higher mortality from it. Other trends identified as risk...