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Health Tip: 10 Signs of Alzheimer’s

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Nearly 50 million people worldwide are living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the Alzheimer’s Association says. The association lists 10 warnings signs of Alzheimer’s: Memory lapses that affect everyday life. Challenges in planning and solving routine problems. Difficulty completing familiar tasks. Confusion over time or place. Trouble understanding spatial or visual images.…  read on >

The Skinny on Fats

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Even when you’re trying to lose weight, you need some fat in your diet for good health. While fat in general has gotten a bad rap, some types of fat — particularly plant-based fats — are good for you in moderation. Good-for-you fats: Olive, flaxseed oil and other plant-based oils. Fatty fish. Avocados. Walnuts, other…  read on >

Here’s Something to Sleep On

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Seems that you can get too much — as well as too little — of a good thing when it comes to sleep. In what’s billed as the world’s largest sleep study, too little or too much sleep can impair your brain, researchers report. The study included more than 40,000 people worldwide who completed an…  read on >

It Just Doesn’t Pay to Be Nice, Study Finds

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When it comes to money, nice people really are more likely to finish last, a new study suggests. Researchers analyzed data from more than 3 million people and found that those who were nice were at increased risk for bankruptcy and other financial problems. Why? They just don’t value money as much as other people…  read on >

Most People Can Recognize About 5,000 Faces

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Next time you struggle to put a name to a face, go easy on yourself. You probably recognize thousands of people. Participants in a British study recognized 1,000 to 10,000 faces, with the average number being an astonishing 5,000. The faces included people they knew from their personal lives, as well as famous people. “Our…  read on >

Skip the Cold Meds for Kids Under 6, Experts Say

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School is in full swing, and with it comes a plethora of colds passed back and forth among kids. But parents who want to alleviate a sick child’s misery would do best to avoid over-the-counter cough and cold remedies. Decongestants should not be given to children younger than 6 because there’s no evidence that they…  read on >

As Hurricane Michael Hits Florida, Experts Urge Safety

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As category 4 Hurricane Michael slammed into northern Florida on Wednesday, the National Safety Council offered residents steps to stay safe. First, the council urges those in the storm’s path to monitor its progress and heed government warnings. It’s vital to take a look at safety procedures you’ll need during any severe weather. Families should…  read on >

Health Tip: Protecting Yourself From Sexual Assault

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No one can prevent all instances of sexual assault. But the U.S. Office on Women’s Health says there are things you can do to stay safer. Here are the agency’s suggestions: Get to know someone well before spending time alone with him or her. Go to events with friends, and leave together. Meet a first…  read on >

Health Tip: Know the Risk Factors for Lower Back Pain

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About 80 percent of Americans will have lower back pain at some point in their lives, the U.S. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke estimates. Lower back pain can range from a dull ache to a sharp stabbing sensation that renders a person unable to move. The agency identifies some risk factors for lower…  read on >