Prescription drug abuse in older adults is growing.
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Vol. 18, Issue 72 | September 7, 2017
 
THIS WEEK'S TOP STORIES  
 
Prescription drug abuse
If you're an older adult with health problems and take multiple medications, you may be more likely to misuse drugs or become addicted. Here's what you should know.
 
 
Prostate cancer: Prevention  
Is it possible to lower your risk for prostate cancer? See how a healthy diet full of fruits and vegetable and regular exercise can play a part.
 
     
 
EXPERT ANSWERS
 
Manage your health and time while balancing work demands
How can you stay healthy, remain focused and use your time well while dealing with job pressures?
L-arginine: Does it lower blood pressure?
L-arginine, a substance that relaxes and opens arteries, is sometimes touted as being able to reduce blood pressure. Should you put any stock into this claim?
 
PLUS ADDITIONAL HIGHLIGHTS ...
Mold allergy: Symptoms and causes
Lung cancer: Alternative medicine
Chronic kidney disease
Video: Interval training
Lunch recipes
 
 
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Use our Symptom Checker to explore possible causes of your symptoms based upon Mayo Clinic's patient care experience.
 
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HEALTHY RECIPES
 
Apple cinnamon muffins
Turkey wrap
Sweet and spicy snack mix
 
HEALTH TIP
 
Is your hearing at risk?
Repeated exposure to loud noise can damage the delicate, sound-sensitive hair cells in your inner ear. You can't reverse hearing loss, so take steps to protect your hearing: 1. Turn down the volume on headphones. 2. Wear earplugs or other protection when you're around noisy tools, equipment or firearms. 3. If you're frequently around loud noise, ask your doctor about yearly hearing exams.
 
Need practical advice on diet and exercise? Want creative solutions for stress and other lifestyle issues? Discover even more healthy lifestyle topics at MayoClinic.org.
 
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