Infographic: In 2023, Dementia Risks Are Everywhere, It Seems Without definitive studies to say, “This causes dementia,” investigators look for associations. It’s an early form of research that can reveal a link between a risk factor and dementia/Alzheimer’s.

How to Stop Nighttime Coughing Nighttime coughs may affect your sleep quality. Learn tips for relief so you can get the rest you need for healing.

Women Pay Billions More in Out-of-Pocket Health Costs a Year The report focused on working women, who analysts found pay as much as $15.4 billion more a year than men in out-of-pocket health care expenses. This spans age brackets, holding true for women 19 to 64.

Personal Menopause Experience A retired schoolteacher shares lessons she learned about “the change,” from dealing with early signs and managing symptoms to embracing life “on the other side.”

Dealing With Menopause and Anxiety Read one woman’s story about how perimenopause affected her emotional well-being. And get expert tips on how to manage menopause anxiety.

Survivorship Clinics a Crucial Part of Cancer Treatment Getting the word out about cancer survivorship resources is among the challenges the oncology field faces today, as well as innovating to meet the evolving needs of a more diverse population of cancer survivors.

What It’s Like to Live Well With Schizophrenia 20 million people around the world have schizophrenia. But this conditions still carries a lot of stigma. Find out how two individuals with schizophrenia find hope, succeed in life, and defeat stereotypes.

Creative Ways to Keep Your Retirement Budget in Check It can be hard to transition from a regular paycheck to a fixed retirement income. But with a little planning, you can keep enjoying your favorite things.

Beyond Finances: Other Types of Retirement Planning Building a retirement fund isn’t enough to prepare for life after work. Consider the social and emotional aspects of retirement, too.

Making the Best Medicare Decision for You It can be tricky to make a Medicare decision that best fits your needs. Here are some expert tips for finding a plan that works for you.

The Emotional Shock of Retirement The end of your working life can bring conflicting emotions. Learn why retirement causes anxiety and depression, and how to prepare for the changes ahead.

Advocate for Yourself as a Person of Color on Medicare Medicare improves access to health insurance, but disparities in medical care remain. Here’s how to advocate for yourself as an older person of color.

Study: Fitness Matters More Than Weight Loss for Kidney Disease Risk A new study helps address a longstanding question: What’s more important for our health, physical fitness or body weight?

Shortages, Cost, and Frustration: Quest for the New COVID Shot As the rollout of the newly formulated shot begins in earnest, many Americans are finding roadblocks, while federal officials urge everyone to be patient and get the shot when you can.

New Depression Drug Avoids Unfortunate Side Effects of Others The drug, Exxua, will stand out on the market because studies show it does not cause side effects like sexual dysfunction or weight gain.

What We Learned About Cold and Flu Season With COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has made it harder predict how this year’s cold and flu season will play out. Here’s what you need to know.

Flu Shots: Who Needs Them? Many new shots have been pointed our way since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Here’s why you still need a flu shot.

Everyday Places With Tons of Germs Germs are everywhere, but some places and things are germ hot spots. Learn how to stay healthy wherever you go.

Peer-to-Peer: Multiple Sclerosis and Your Mental Health Two people discuss how living with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis impacts mental health in a peer-to-peer discussion.

The Financial Impact of Multiple Sclerosis In a peer-to-peer conversation, two people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis discuss how they manage the costs of treatment.