Megan Kempston

Caring.com staff writer

Recently Published on Caring.com

  1. Wednesday May 23, 2012

    1. New Stem Cell Method: Hope for Heart Failure Patients?

      Blog Post - Scientists in Israel have figured out a way to turn human skin cells into healthy heart cells, which could lead to a whole new method of treating heart failure.

  2. Monday May 21, 2012

    1. Train Brain to Stop Pain?

      Blog Post - Been told your chronic pain is all in your mind? It might actually be true, according to G. Lorimer Moseley, professor of clinical neurosciences at University of South Australia and Neuroscience Research Australia, and head of the Body in Mind research team.

  3. Wednesday May 16, 2012

    1. 10 Nuts With Super-Healing Powers

      Article - Nuts are a favorite snack -- for good reason. Most well-known nuts contain substantial health benefits. Know the value in the nut bowl. 8 Comments

  4. Monday May 14, 2012

    1. Failing Memory? Try Making Stuff Up

      Blog Post - Ever heard of TimeSlips? It's a novel (if not new) way of communicating with people with dementia, based on storytelling instead of memories. 2 Comments

  5. Wednesday May 09, 2012

    1. Forget Car Trouble, Wheelchair Trouble Is Increasing

      Blog Post - Having a car break down is a lot of things: Frustrating. Irritating. Expensive.

  6. Monday May 07, 2012

    1. Omega-3s May Lower Dementia Risk

      Blog Post - According to the American Academy of Neurology, it'd be a good idea to pick up some fish and nuts along with a few pints of berries at the store. 7 Comments

  7. Wednesday May 02, 2012

    1. Are Doctors Underpaid?

      Blog Post - Have a small mountain of medical bills on the kitchen table? Maybe sit down for this: According to Medscape, 49 percent of all physicians and 54 percent of primary care physicians aren't satisfied with their income. 2 Comments

  8. Monday April 30, 2012

    1. Eating Berries Might Reduce Cognitive Decline

      Blog Post - Here's a new argument for grabbing a pint or two of those brightly colored berries at the market: According to new research, eating strawberries and blueberries is linked to better cognitive function in older women.

  9. Wednesday April 25, 2012

    1. For Migraine Sufferers, New Research on Which Preventatives Work

      Blog Post - Finding the right treatment for migraines can be a little like looking for a needle in a haystack. There's no shortage of drug and treatment options, but since not everyone responds the same way, it's hard to figure out what might work without a lot of trial and error. 3 Comments

    2. Weight Training May Help Prevent, Reverse Cognitive Impairment

      Blog Post - Scientists have known for a while that regular exercise can help keep the mind sharp while people age, but there hasn't been a whole lot of guidance on what types of exercise are best for the brain. 1 Comment

  10. Monday April 23, 2012

    1. British University Works on "Granny-Nav" System for Older Drivers

      Blog Post - Driving is one of those tricky issues for caregivers and their older loved ones, especially in a society that equates cars and roads with freedom and independence.

  11. Thursday April 19, 2012

    1. 5 Secrets to Pleasing a Picky Eater

      Article - Advice abounds about making food appealing to a picky eater. But how do you appeal to the person herself? Here, 5 secrets to engaging a finicky type.

    2. 10 Tips and Tricks for Pleasing Picky Eaters

      Article - Picky eaters, whether old or young, can turn mealtime into torment for the cook (and for everyone else). Here, 10 ways to entice the finicky to eat. 2 Comments

  12. Wednesday April 18, 2012

    1. Optimism May Boost Heart Health

      Blog Post - There are a lot of ways to keep your heart healthy. Exercise. Eat a healthy diet. Don't smoke.

  13. Monday April 16, 2012

    1. Turmeric: Now Also Good for the Heart

      Blog Post - Curcumin, a compound in the spice turmeric, might do more than help prevent Parkinson's disease and help regulate immune function. 6 Comments

  14. Friday April 13, 2012

    1. Disrupted Sleep Linked to Diabetes

      Blog Post - If the association between poor sleep and pre-clinical Alzheimer's isn't enough incentive to go to bed early tonight, how about a link between poor sleep and diabetes?

  15. Thursday April 12, 2012

    1. New Parkinson's Research Focuses on Genetics

      Blog Post - Wondering what Parkinson's researchers are doing these days? It turns out that they're spending a lot of time looking into genetics.

  16. Wednesday April 11, 2012

    1. Curcumin May Help With Parkinson's Disease

      Blog Post - Thinking about curry for dinner tonight? It might not be a bad idea.

  17. Monday April 09, 2012

    1. Cheap Diabetes Drug Might Fight Cancer

      Blog Post - The generic diabetes drug metformin might fight several types of cancer, according to research presented at the yearly meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Chicago last week. 4 Comments

  18. Friday April 06, 2012

    1. Bilingualism Might Protect Brain Against Dementia

      Blog Post - Remember all those boring French or Spanish lessons in grade school? It turns out they might have been useful after all. 2 Comments

  19. Wednesday April 04, 2012

    1. CDC: Most Americans Get Enough Vitamins

      Blog Post - Here's some encouraging news: According to the CDC, most Americans get enough of the key vitamins and minerals in their diet. 1 Comment

  20. Wednesday March 28, 2012

    1. Do Doctors Have Delusion Treatments All Wrong?

      Blog Post - First-line treatment for dementia delusions is often psychiatric medications of one sort or another. According to Jiska Cohen-Mansfield, a professor at Tel Aviv University's Herczeg Institute on Aging, that may be the wrong approach. 8 Comments

  21. Monday March 26, 2012

    1. Want to Lose Weight? Eat More Chocolate (Seriously)

      Blog Post - General wisdom says chocolate makes you fat. Thanks to Beatrice Golomb and her colleagues, we know that general wisdom is wrong, at least on this count. 8 Comments

  22. Wednesday March 21, 2012

    1. Residential Care Options: How to Decide

      Article - The first step to finding the perfect living situation for your loved one is to decide what type of residential care facility is the best fit. There are five main types:

    2. That Daily Aspirin Might Fight Cancer, Too

      Blog Post - Three new research studies published in the Lancet show that a daily, low dose of aspirin might be good for more than just your heart -- it might prevent cancer, too. 3 Comments