Health
Teen odds of using marijuana dip with recreational use laws
New research suggests legalizing recreational marijuana for U.S. adults in some states may have slightly reduced teens' odds of using pot.
Jul 8, 2019
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Dietary supplements are a waste of money for most seeking to avoid dementia, experts say
Sales of purported brain-health supplements such as fish oil and jellyfish are expected to reach $5.8 billion by 2023, but in a report released recently, an AARP panel of brain experts called them a huge waste of money for ...
Jun 17, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Florida's seniors are increasingly depressed and drinking more
Although Florida seniors are living longer, they are smoking, drinking and experiencing depression more than the older population of other states, according to a new national health report.
May 22, 2019
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Medications
Rising prescription drug costs continue to create tough choices for seniors
(HealthDay)—A solid minority of senior citizens still struggles to afford their prescription medications, a new government report shows.
May 22, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Seniors' health improving, but rates of depression, anxiety rising
Manitoba seniors are staying physically healthy longer, but their mental health may be worsening, a massive study of health data by the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy (MCHP) at the University of Manitoba has found.
May 14, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Senior's weakness for scams may be warning sign of dementia
Does an older friend or relative have a hard time hanging up on telemarketers? Or get excited about a "You've won a prize" voicemail? New research suggests seniors who aren't on guard against scams also might be at risk for ...
Apr 16, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
What parents should do to help students prepare for the first year of college
As the school year begins to wind down, high school seniors – and those who care about them – typically have their eyes on two prizes: getting into college and graduating from high school.
Apr 4, 2019
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Medications
Maker of OxyContin agrees to $270M settlement in Oklahoma
The maker of OxyContin and the company's controlling family agreed Tuesday to pay a groundbreaking $270 million to Oklahoma to settle allegations they helped create the nation's deadly opioid crisis with their aggressive ...
Mar 26, 2019
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Health
Most teens report using marijuana less often after legalization
Only one group of teenagers used marijuana more often after retail sales were legalized in Washington than they did before—high school seniors who work 11 or more hours per week, according to new research led by a WSU College ...
Mar 18, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Too few seniors are getting their memory tested
(HealthDay)—Most seniors expect their doctor to recommend testing of thinking and memory when it's needed.
Mar 5, 2019
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