How Long Does It Take to Cure Pneumonia - Age Related Macular Degeneration

Foods To Avoid High Cholesterol

People who have high levels of cholesterol should avoid certain foods. They should also avoid foods which might not have high cholesterol but have the ability to raise LDL cholesterol levels.

Foods which are obtained from animals like eggs, meat or liver are high cholesterol foods. Fruits, vegetables, and whole-grains do not contain cholesterol.More...

 

 

Early Symptoms Of Macular Degeneration

Early Symptoms Of Macular Degeneration

It has been found that most Americans aged 65 and above suffer from blindness due to a condition called ‘macular degeneration’. It is estimated that almost three million people in the US will suffer from loss of vision due to this condition by 2020.

This disorder which results due to degradation of the central part of the retina in the eye called ‘macula’ is incurable. Early detection, improvement in nutritional intake and better life-style can effect slowing down the progression of the disorder.More...

 

How Long Is Pneumonia Contagious ?

How Long Is Pneumonia Contagious ?

Pneumonia is a respiratory contagious disease affecting a large section of the society. Bacteria, virus, fungi and parasites have all been responsible for causing pneumonia in people. The severity of the infection depends on the person’s immune system, age and time taken for receiving appropriate treatment.

The disease is characterized by inflammation of one or both the lungs. Other symptoms include:More...

 

Latest Findings In Medicine On Alzheimers Disease

Latest Findings In Medicine On Alzheimers Disease

Considering the millions of people suffering from Alzheimer's disease all around the world, it is not strange there is constant research going on in this field. Practically every month researchers are publishing their latest finding in medicine on Alzheimer's disease. One such finding is highlighted below.

Researchers from the University of Illinois have found a possible target for Alzheimer drug within the neurons of the brain. This target is a receptor that is found in the membranes of the neurons.More...

 

 

Bronchitis And The Elderly

Bronchitis And The Elderly

Bronchitis is the inflammation of the bronchi. These are tubes that connect the lungs and the windpipe and help to carry air from and to the lungs. The main symptom of this infection is cough with phlegm, shortness of breath and a wheezing sound while breathing when the person exerts himself. In addition, the person will also experience pain in the center of the chest, directly under the breast bone.More...

 

How Long Does A Person Live With Dementia ?

How Long Does A Person Live With Dementia ?

Dementia is a progressive neurological disorder that can be caused due to Alzheimer's disease, alcohol abuse, severe depression or substance abuse. It is a highly debilitating condition that impairs a person's ability to think and reason. It also affects a person's ability to communicate with people. In addition, the person will display significant changes in his or her personality, poor judgment and disorientation.More...

 

Heart Attack And Asprin

Heart Attack And Asprin

A heart attack, which is medically termed as myocardial infarction, occurs when a plaque in the coronary artery ruptures and causes the formation of a blood clot. This clot causes an obstruction in the artery due to which blood cannot reach the heart tissue. As a result that affected portion of the heart starts dying, and this is known as a heart attack.More...

 

Common Elderly Disease

Common Elderly Disease

           Aging is inevitable but aging does not always mean that you should get diseases. However, common elderly diseases have become more frequent in seniors and elderly, which could due to many reasons. But many of the common elderly disease are either chronic or progressive in nature and this makes these people dependent on their family and the local health services.More...