Seniors and Aging
Research
Can Statins Prevent Dementia?
UHealth researchers are recruiting volunteers to study the impact of statins on dementia risk. As the Chief of General Internal Medicine at the University of Miami Health System, Olveen Carrasquillo, M.D., M.P.H., faces a dilemma.…
Research
Napping: It Can Be Good for Your Brain
Napping, that sweet slide into slumber, is considered an indulgence. Now, however, researchers think it may actually be good for some of us. A study published in the online journal…
Heart Health
Over 65? Focus on Heart Health
More than 60% of cardiology patients are over age 65. At this stage in life, managing your heart health is more important than ever. As you age, your blood pressure…