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  • Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To Hidden Brain Damage And Stroke Risk
    on October 16, 2026 at 5:04 pm

    FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2026 — Middle-aged adults who eat more ultra-processed foods are more likely to show signs of silent strokes, according to a new study.Silent strokes cause no obvious symptoms but leave tiny areas of brain damage and may be early...

  • Is Hormone Therapy Right For Menopause Symptoms? OB-GYNs Are Offering These More Detailed Guidelines
    on October 16, 2026 at 3:15 pm

    FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2026 — Hormone therapy should be a first choice for easing hot flashes, night sweats and the sleep problems they cause, a leading U.S. doctors’ group says.The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) released the...

  • Napping Linked To Dementia Risk
    on October 16, 2026 at 11:10 am

    FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2026 — Your napping habits might be a warning flag for dementia, a new study says. Older adults who fall into unintended naps, nap frequently or take shorter naps may have a higher risk of developing dementia, researchers...

  • Most Seniors Don't Bother Researching Their Medicare Options, Poll Finds
    on October 16, 2026 at 10:10 am

    FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2026 — Medical coverage might be one of the biggest decisions facing seniors, affecting both their finances and their health. Despite that, most seniors do little to no research before choosing their annual Medicare coverage...

  • Taking Antipsychotics? Diabetes Risk Runs High In First Few Months, Study Warns
    on October 16, 2026 at 10:10 am

    FRIDAY, Oct. 16, 2026 — People starting antipsychotics need to closely track their weight and blood sugar for the first few months to avoid developing type 2 diabetes, a new study says. Second-generation antipsychotics are known to increase...