by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Aug 16, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestExperts say sleep can wash away proteins that build up during the day, thereby lowering your risk for dementia. Getty Images A new study indicates that the brain goes through a “cleansing” process while you sleep. Experts say this cleansing washes away proteins that accumulate during the day and can help lower the […]
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Aug 14, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestThe COVID-19 Event Risk Assessment Planning Tool produces risk estimates based on the size of a gathering and what county it’s located in. Getty Images A new tracking tool can estimate the risk that someone at a public gathering has contracted the...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Aug 13, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestResearchers say the incidence rate of dementia has decreased by 13 percent since 1988, most likely due to better health education and changes in lifestyle. Getty Images A recent study shows the incidence rate of dementia in the United States and...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Aug 7, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestHealth experts say those who are at high risk for serious illness from COVID-19 can still go out and enjoy the outdoors, but should avoid congregating in settings where there are large groups of people. Getty Images The pandemic has put a damper on...
by Elizabeth S. Fletcher | Aug 6, 2020 | Health News
Share on PinterestWithin the first few weeks of the 2020 baseball season, several MLB teams have already reported positive COVID-19 test results among both players and staff. Getty Images Several professional sports leagues, including the MLB, NBA, NHL, and MLS, are...
