Author Archives : Dr. Victor Marchione

When cholesterol is discussed, we often think about the heart, heart disease, and stroke, but memory and cognitive function don’t generally cross our minds even though they should. New research from Heidelberg University in Germany found that having high cholesterol can negatively affect memory and cognitive decline in aging. Cholesterol is naturally produced by the ...click here to read more

Menopause is commonly associated with women in their early 50’s, but it can also occur much earlier, affecting women before the age of 40. This is called premature menopause and may be linked to genetics, illness, or medical procedures. These women go through all the symptoms that the average menopausal woman goes through, such as ...click here to read more

Working out can be a challenge, especially as we get older. Weak muscles and fear of injury tend to get in the way of exercise. Instead, we try to stay fit by eating a well-balanced diet. However, for older individuals, dieting can cause problems like increased frailty. Fortunately, working out doesn’t have to be a ...click here to read more

Breaking a bone is usually not a big deal when you’re young or middle-aged, as it’ll heal quickly and without complication. For seniors, however, this isn’t the case, as every single accident leading to broken bones can spell permanent disability, complications, or death. However, advances in modern medicine may prevent the elderly from facing such ...click here to read more

The pancreas is an organ in the body that produces enzymes that help with digestion and regulate how the body processes sugar. It is found in the abdomen, tucked behind the stomach, and is long and flat in appearance. Much like any organ or tissue in the body, it can be affected by disease and ...click here to read more

The most common neurodegenerative disease and source of dementia is Alzheimer’s disease. The condition is often associated with clumps of protein called beta amyloid that aggregate in the brain, leading to symptoms of memory loss and other cognitive deficits. These clumps are created due to misfolded proteins that have lost the elaborate shape that dictates ...click here to read more

The treatment of cancerous tumors can be tricky and dangerous. These cancer cells divide and grow excessively in those affected, with treatment type being dictated by various factors such as the type of tumor, its location, and if the patient can tolerate the procedure. This often means the use of chemo or radiation therapy, which ...click here to read more

For most people, maintaining an ideal weight can be a struggle. The sight of a bathroom scale can make us cringe and we avoid stepping on it at all costs, as an unsatisfying number will surely ruin the rest of our day. But this way of thinking can be harmful in the long run and ...click here to read more