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Seniors and Exercise: How Much Does It Promote Healthy Aging?
A large study will soon look into the question; meantime, here are 7 great examples of active aging.
January 26, 2010 - Katherine Hobson - On Fitness
Medical Treatment: Patients and 'Shared Decision Making'
When there are choices, a growing number of doctors and hospitals make your preferences count.
November 25, 2009 - Sarah Baldauf - Boomer Health
Colorado Could Become First State to Regulate & Tax Medical Marijuana
Remember the old saying about how if pot could be taxed, it would become legal?
November 23, 2009 - Laura Chapin - Laura Chapin
Managing Your Pain: How to Use Prescription Drugs Without Becoming Addicted
Be smart if you take prescription opioids—and find alternative forms of relief.
October 26, 2009 - January W. Payne - Pain
Health Buzz: New Blood Thinner Outdoes Plavix and Other Health News
New nutrition labeling systems; avoiding the pain of arthritis by building thigh muscles.
August 31, 2009 - Megan Johnson - Heart Health
Can You Avoid Arthritis Knee Pain by Building Thigh Muscles?
A new study shows women with strong thighs have less knee pain even though they still have arthritis.
August 28, 2009 - Deborah Kotz - On Women
Calorie-Restricted Diets and Other Ways to Avoid Aging
New research shows we can ward off diabetes, cancer, and heart disease to stay younger than our years.
July 09, 2009 - Deborah Kotz - Living Well
Stem Cells: 10 Diseases They May—or May Not—Cure
Embryonic stem cell research is poised to expand. Could an array of treatments or cures come next?
March 13, 2009 - Lindsay Lyon - Diabetes
Finding Effective Treatment for Your Chronic Pain
Studies are underway to look into the effectiveness of alternative ways of delivering pain medications.
February 10, 2009 - January W. Payne - Pain
From Back Pain to Heart Rehab, Exercise Is Underused
Exercise works as a remedy for a host of ailments. So why isn't it more often prescribed?
February 05, 2009 - Katherine Hobson - On Fitness

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