7 things you can do to prevent heart failure
Heart failure is a chronic condition in which the heart is unable to pump enough blood to meet the body's demands.
It affects approximately 6...
Can drinking alcohol cause dementia?
Alcohol consumption is a common habit worldwide, and it has been linked to various health effects, including an increased risk of dementia.
In this research...
Body lotions, mothballs, cleaning fluids and other widely used products contain known toxic chemicals,...
The big idea
Consumer products released more than 5,000 tons of chemicals in 2020 inside California homes and workplaces that are known to cause cancer,...
Blood pressure: What do the numbers mean and why do they matter?
It's a standard part of any medical visit.
Someone, typically a nurse, wraps a cuff around your arm and asks you to sit quietly while...
Over half of stroke survivors develop cognitive impairment
A recent scientific report has shown that more than half of U.S. adults who survive strokes develop cognitive impairments in the year that follows,...
Medicinal cannabis can safely reduce cancer pain and opioid use
A new study published in the journal BMJ Supportive & Palliative Care suggests that medicinal cannabis may be a safe and effective treatment option...
Can you lengthen your life?
Life expectancy has increased dramatically over the past century due to advancements in medical technology and public health measures.
However, despite these improvements, there is...
Sleep apnea and high blood pressure: What is the connection?
Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder where breathing temporarily stops during sleep, leading to fragmented sleep and a decrease in the amount of...
How inflammation can cause heart failure
A recent study led by researchers at St. Michael's Hospital has uncovered a potential new way to treat heart failure.
Heart failure is a chronic...
Exercise is the key to post-stroke recovery
A new study investigated whether there was an association between physical activity and functional recovery in the first 6 months after a stroke.
Researchers assessed...