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A View Into Twilight  Failing eyesight brings a sense of clarity to one man who battles macular degeneration, a steady destruction of vision. Cover Story Macular Degeneration Macular degeneration destroys a person's central field of vision and is the leading cause of blindness in Americans over the age of 60. Eating Right Dinner with Friends While many older people deal with circumstances that make it difficult to eat well, there perhaps is no greater deterrent to eating well than having to eat alone. Fitness From 'Porky Bill' to Marathoner At 55, Bill Day was a successful lobbyist for a major manufacturer, a writer, an art collector and . . . 40 pounds overweight. Frontiers New Weapons Against Alzheimer's New research findings presented at the World Alzheimer Congress 2000 herald new approaches that could make a difference in treatment and prevention of this illness. Intake Hydro Eclectic Power Watsu--short for water shiatsu--is massage performed in water. The idea is that the body can be stretched and flexed in ways it can't be on dry land. Also, healing dreams and shocking teeth. Second Opinion So Funny I Forgot to Laugh Ageism is no laughing matter. It increases your risk of heart disease, lowers your performance on cognitive tests, accelerates memory loss and impedes your will to live. Quick Study Heart Disease, Osteoporosis and More The latest findings from studies on diet and lifestyle and their impact on heart disease. Also, other reasons to exercise: stronger bones and lower blood pressure. Treatment of Choice Hypertension News You Can Use A short but detailed repertoirse of health news regarding hypertension, high blood pressure, and how to treat it effectively. © 2002-2005 The Washington Post Company |
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