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Opioids: Safe for older people with arthritis?
Opioids aren't the first choice for a chronic condition such as arthritis. And some of their side effects may be particularly concerning for older people.
Cataract surgery: When is the laser method a good idea?
Laser-assisted cataract surgery is an advanced approach used to help people with astigmatism.
Aging and unsteady gait: What can you do?
An unsteady gait is a common side effect of aging. Here's what you can do about it.
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy: Can it reduce stroke damage?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy helps with some medical conditions that affect the brain. Find out what the research says about its role in stroke treatment.
Hip resurfacing: An alternative to conventional hip replacement?
Hip resurfacing uses a metal-on-metal prosthesis, which can cause health problems in some people.
Nasal spray addiction: Is it real?
Nasal spray 'addiction' isn't really an addiction at all. Learn more.
Photodynamic therapy: An effective treatment for lung cancer?
Photodynamic therapy may play a limited role in lung cancer treatment.
After a flood, are food and medicines safe to use?
After a flood, don't eat foods or take medications that have come into contact with flood water or contaminated water.
Liver transplantation for chronic hepatitis C: How common is it?
Chronic hepatitis C may lead to liver failure, which has only one treatment: Liver transplant. Find out more about this risk.
Video: Alzheimer's drug shows early promise
A new drug that's being studied in clinical trials may help slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease.
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