Social Interaction Improves Quality Of Life For People With Dementia
Patients with memory loss and other cognitive problems responded well to one-on-one conversations aimed at increasing their sense of control and independence.
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Health Care: Were The Risks Of Repeal Without Replace Too High?
The Republicans' last-ditch attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act now and replace it later would have caused insurance rates to soar, and millions could have lost coverage within a year.
Pushing Hospitals To Reduce Readmissions Hasn't Increased Deaths
The Affordable Care Act penalizes hospitals if patients are discharged and then readmitted with the same problems too often. That effort has improved care for patients, two researchers say.
Seeking Online Medical Advice? Google's Top Results Aren't Always On Target
Google's search results on health issues can be influential, but they can also be unreliable or wrong. The highlighted answer may come from a dubious source while a more credible one is buried below.
More Than Bread: Sourdough As a Window Into The Microbiome
Home bakers in the U.S., Europe and some other countries have volunteered their sourdough starters to a team of American scientists who want to unravel the microbial secrets of sourdough.
Forest Bathing: A Retreat To Nature Can Boost Immunity And Mood
If hiking is about a destination, forest bathing is about an immersion of the senses into the natural world. It's a wellness trend, and studies suggest several health benefits.
Artificial Sweeteners Don't Help People Lose Weight, Review Finds
It's easy to think that artificial sweeteners are a health win. But a review of research finds that there's no evidence they help people lose weight, and they may be associated with other problems.
Stress And Poverty May Explain High Rates Of Dementia In African-Americans
New research finds that African-Americans who grow up in harsh environments and have many stressful experiences are much more likely to develop Alzheimer's or some other form of dementia.
Moms Need Social Support, And Not Just In The Baby Years
Social support networks can help mothers of teenagers navigate through difficulties and maintain closeness with their children, researchers have found.
There's An Amazing New Drug For Multiple Sclerosis. Should I Try It?
The innovative drug Ocrevus looks as if it could be a game-changer for people with MS. But it's very, very expensive. And as with any new medication, the long-term safety risks are unknown.