Study finds increasing rates of diabetes among older Americans
Public release date: 28-Jan-2008 The annual number of Americans older than 65 newly diagnosed with diabetes increased by 23 percent between 1994 to 1995 and 2003 to 2004, according…
Vitamin D2 supplements may help prevent falls among high-risk older women
Public release date: 14-Jan-2008 Vitamin D2 supplements appear to reduce the risk of falls among women with a history of falling and low blood vitamin D levels living in sunny…
High-glycemic index carbohydrates associated with risk for developing type 2 diabetes in women
Public release date: 26-Nov-2007 Eating foods high on the glycemic index, which measures the effect of carbohydrates on blood glucose levels, may be associated with the risk for…
Long-term beta carotene supplementation may help prevent cognitive decline
Public release date: 12-Nov-2007 Men who take beta carotene supplements for 15 years or longer may have less cognitive decline, according to a report in the November 12 issue of…
Commonly prescribed antidepressants associated with lower bone density in older men and women
Public release date: 25-Jun-2007 The class of antidepressant medications known as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors may be associated with an increased rate of bone loss in older men and women,…
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