Know Alzheimer’s Disease: Treat Hearing Loss in September during World Alzheimer’s Month
Alzheimer’s disease is a neurodegenerative brain disease, characterized by memory loss and decreases in social and physical functioning over time. Discovered in 1906 by Alois Alzheimer, this is the most common form of dementia, affecting over 50 million people...
A Link Between Alcohol & Sleep Issues
People are often familiar with the impact of alcohol on their sleep: disrupted sleep, waking up early, not as restful etc. Higher intake of alcohol is linked to a reduced quality of sleep which can produce or worsen sleep issues. Alcohol is categorized as a central...
Why Does My Nose Run When I Exercise?
If you exercise outdoors, you have likely noticed that it is easy and common to experience a runny nose. This occurs when the walls in the nose are inflamed and this swelling of the mucus membrane causes symptoms that include: runny nose, congestion, and watery eyes....
What Causes Tension Headaches?
There are different types of headaches that are commonly experienced: sinus, cluster, migraine, and tension. According to the World Health Organization, nearly half of the adult population globally experiences at least one headache per year. Different types are...