Eating well to fight cervical cancer
When we think about ways to prevent cancer, diet isn't always the first thing that comes to mind.
However, research shows that what we eat...
What you need to know about silent heart attacks
Picture a heart attack, and you might imagine dramatic chest pain, clutching one's chest, and immediate distress.
However, not all heart attacks announce their arrival...
Sweating and diabetes: What you need to know
Diabetes is a condition that affects how your body turns food into energy, involving either a lack of insulin (Type 1 diabetes) or an...
Supplements for lowering blood pressure
In the journey to manage blood pressure, many roads lead to the same destination: a healthier heart and a longer life.
Beyond the well-trodden paths...
Easing worries for women with migraines and hot flashes
For many women in their middle years, concerns about the risk of heart disease or stroke can be a source of worry, especially if...
Within roughly a year, she got a college degree, a new heart and a...
While the other kids went out to play during kindergarten recess, Katherine Herrmann had to stay inside.
She was born with a heart problem that...
This common drug linked to heart rhythm disorder
In new research published in The Journal of Physiology, scientists from the University of Birmingham, along with German collaborators, have uncovered a concerning link...
The surprising link between mouthwash and blood pressure
Have you ever thought that using mouthwash could affect more than just your oral health?
It sounds almost like a myth, but recent research suggests...
This drug could treat hand arthritis pain
Do you ever find yourself struggling with simple tasks like buttoning a shirt or opening a jar because of hand pain?
This isn't just an...
Understanding high blood pressure in older age
As we age, our bodies go through various changes, and not all of them are as visible as gray hair or wrinkles. One significant...