Diabetes May Cause the Brain to Shrink
The link between diabetes and dementia has been documented before, but a new study sheds light on why the two may be connected. Diabetes may cause the brain to shrink, according to research from a group of prominent radiologists.
Brain Size of Diabetics
Memory issues and other cognitive problems in diabetics were once thought to be the result of blood clots in the brain, but this theory is being overshadowed by a new one of great interest to researchers. The recent study found that individuals with diabetes might experience cognitive problems not because of blood clots, but because cells in their brain[…]
Gene Variant Increases Alzheimer’s Risk in Women
A specific gene variant dramatically increases the risk of Alzheimer’s in women, according to a new study out of Stanford University.
Alzheimer’s Research
As the prevalence of Alzheimer’s continues to rise amidst increasing life spans, testing of the disease and any significant risk factors has become a priority of many researchers.
The desire to find useful indicators of the disease is at the forefront of many studies as scientists strive to discover an effective course of prevention, treatment, or a cure. Researchers at Stanford University School of Medicine dove deeper into the genetic side of Alzheimer’s disease to determine the impact that[…]
Genworth to Release 1st Quarter Earnings at End of April
Genworth Financial announced the time and date of their earnings release with 1st quarter results.
1st Quarter Earnings Release
The company will issue the release along with the financial supplement after the market closes on April 29. The information will be available on their website at investor.genworth.com after it has been made available to the public.
A conference call to discuss the 1st quarter results and earnings will be held on April 30, 2014 at 8 am. Genworth will relay their business results and a progress update on their strategic priorities. One of those recent priorities has been the company’s new approach to[…]
Cost of Long Term Care Continues to Rise in US
It’s that time of the year again: Genworth Financial has released their 2014 Cost of Care Survey. Every year, the Long Term Care Insurance provider publishes their annual report that details the cost of long term care across the United States to help consumers learn more about the different care settings and options available.
Who Needs Long Term Care?
Long term care refers to care received when someone is in need of care for an extended period of time. The most common long term care settings are nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and at home. Long term care often consists of[…]
Ways to Naturally Lower Your Blood Pressure
High blood pressure is a risk factor for a number of serious medical conditions, including heart disease and stroke. Nearly 1/3 of all American adults currently have high blood pressure. Studies have shown that some simple lifestyle changes can help prevent high blood pressure and even lower blood pressure.
Lower Your Blood Pressure
The main risk factors of high blood pressure or hypertension include being overweight or obese, excess sodium in the diet, too little potassium in the diet, little to no exercise, excess alcohol intake, and stress.
Recent research found that a plant-based diet is one extremely effective way to lower[…]
Genworth CEO Looks Back on First Year with Company
Genworth President and CEO Tom McInerney reflected on his first year with Genworth in a recent short video. He entered the Long Term Care Insurance industry at Genworth during a very turbulent time within the market. Fortunately, he placed Long Term Care Insurance as a top priority and is now looking to make vast improvements throughout how it is managed.
Big Changes
McInerney has been in the insurance industry for 35 years, so is by 
no means a newcomer to this type of business. When he joined[…]
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