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Gut Issues Could Be Early Sign of Parkinson’s Disease

Think about it like this: imagine your gut is the canary in the coal mine, warning you of danger before anyone else knows it’s there. Well, it turns out that gut issues like constipation and difficulty swallowing could be early warnings for something more serious – Parkinson’s disease. Recent research has shown a connection between […]

Published on August 25, 2023

Extreme Heat Linked to Faster Cognitive Decline

With 2023 predicted to be the hottest year on record, a new study is pointing to another potential consequence of heat waves: faster declines in older adults’ memory and thinking skills. The study, of nearly 9,500 older U.S. adults, found that those with greater exposure to… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David […]

Published on August 24, 2023

Sedentary time in children linked with heart damage in young adulthood

Hours of inactivity during childhood could be setting the stage for heart attacks and strokes later in life, according to new research. The study found that sedentary time accumulated from childhood to young adulthood was associated with heart damage — even in those with normal weight and blood pressure. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on August 23, 2023