Health news

• 

  Lowering blood pressure may cut risk of mild cognitive impairment

  This is the first sign there may be a way to help prevent a well-known risk factor for dementia.

• 

  After pre-eclampsia, aspirin may lower midlife stroke risk

  The findings are promising, but more research is needed.

• 

  When the weather outside is frightful, a salad can be delightful

  Even when it's cold out, a salad can still be a good menu option. Find out how to add some fun, healthy flavor to this winter meal.

• 

  Hand sanitizers 101: Tips for effective, safe use

  If your hands are visibly dirty, handwashing is better

• 

  Alarming number of kids hurt in violent assaults

  Injuries are a leading cause of death for U.S. school kids.

• 

  Are you at risk for postpartum depression?

  Doctors may be able to predict whether a woman is at risk for postpartum depression.