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New guidance for preventing heart disease and stroke

New guidance for preventing heart disease and stroke

In a newly published guidance, researchers give recommendations about how to prevent stroke and heart attack effectively. The recommendations include eating a heart-healthy diet, taking...

Why this common blood pressure drug may increase skin cancer risk

In a recent study, Danish researchers found that one of the most common drugs for high blood pressure is linked to increased risk of...
8 tips for women to prevent heart disease

8 tips for women to prevent heart disease

Recent studies have shown that heart disease in women can be different from that in men. Currently, in the U.S., more women die from heart...
Dementia death rate in the U.S. doubled in the past 17 years

Dementia death rate in the U.S. doubled in the past 17 years

In a new study, researchers found that dementia mortality in the United States has doubled from 2000 to 2017. Currently, dementia has become the No.1...
What you should know about AEDs to protect your heart

What you should know about AEDs to protect your heart

AEDs are common in public places. Many people have seen the device but may not know its function and how to use it. Oscar Tovar-Calderón, M.D.,...
This radiation therapy could help reduce cancer pain

This radiation therapy could help reduce cancer pain

In a new review study, researchers found palliative radiation therapy could help reduce pain caused by cancer. The research was conducted by researchers from the University...
How to treat high blood pressure with and without medicines

How to treat high blood pressure with and without medicines

High blood pressure is a chronic health condition that has a few signs and symptoms. However, it can greatly increase your risk of stroke...
Strength training may reduce diabetes risk in obese people

Strength training may reduce diabetes risk in obese people

In a new study, researchers found strength training in a short time period may help reduce liver fat and improve blood sugar control. The research...
Why men with prostate cancer need personality tests

Why men with prostate cancer need personality tests

In a new study, researchers found people with prostate cancer may benefit from personality tests. This is because the tests can improve the care and...
You may need a colon cancer screening earlier than you thought

You may need a colon cancer screening earlier than you thought

In a newly updated recommendation, the American Cancer Society suggests people start their screening for colon cancer at 45, not 50. Recent studies have shown...