
Ask the Doctor: September 2022
Q: I’ve heard of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but my husband was recently diagnosed with…

Q: I’ve heard of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), but my husband was recently diagnosed with…

Obesity, Physical Inactivity Top Risks Related to Alzheimer’s Disease Eight modifiable risk factors were linked…

According to the American Heart Association, when it comes to health benefits, walking is the…

About 5.7 million Americans have heart failure, according to the Centers for Disease Control and…

• Prunes Support Bone Health. Prunes may help protect against bone loss in postmenopausal women,…

“People with obesity” sounds odd to me. Why don’t you just say, “obese people?” Jillian…

Extreme Heat Associated with Higher Risk of Heart Attack and Stroke A recent review article…

What is “regenerative farming”? I’ve heard this term used in discussions about climate change. Regenerative…

When are lapses in memory a cause for concern, and when are they simply a…

If your doctor suspects you have heart disease, he or she may order some tests…

Myocardial infarction, commonly known as a heart attack, is the most common cause of death…

You probably don’t think much about it when you take a couple of Advil or…

Although health experts have known for many years that women’s risk of heart disease increases…

Atrial fibrillation (A-fib), an abnormal heart rhythm, is estimated to affect as many as 6…

What is the latest advice about taking a daily aspirin to prevent a stroke or…

Learning a Second Language May Improve Cognition When you picture brain-training activities, your first thoughts…

XP eyelid bumps are cholesterol deposits in the skin of your eyelids. There may one…

More than 100 million Americans have hypertension (HT), and almost half a million deaths annually…

The snack aisle is packed with a confusing array of chip options. We’ve got some…

The stethoscope is an iconic medical device with which physicians can quickly get a sense…

Q. What is the difference between a sign and a symptom? A. A symptom is…

Atherosclerosis is a clogged artery due to plaque formation. Arteries are the blood vessels that…

Alcohol is the most commonly used drug in the world. When you drink alcohol, it…

The word “cholesterol” usually has a negative connotation, but it’s not all bad. In fact,…

Breathing Exercise May Lower Blood Pressure, Sharpen Memory A special breathing workout, originally designed to…
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Vitamin D Levels Not Associated with COVID-19 Infection While earlier studies had suggested low blood…

I’ve been caring for my elderly mother for a couple of years, but her dementia…

Nearly half of all adults in the United States have hypertension—more commonly known as high…

Q. Can high blood pressure cause sex problems? A. Sexual function can potentially be affected…

Soy foods—like edamame, tofu, soymilk, and tempeh—are nutrient-rich, easy to use, and an excellent source…

What causes blurry vision? Blurry vision can be caused by what ophthalmologists call a “refractive…

Diabetes is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), but research suggests that the…

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a buildup of plaque within the peripheral arteries in the…

Mushroom coffee does not sound like anything you would want to drink, but is actually…

You may be tired of reading that we need more studies before we can say…

A regular stroke is a 911 emergency. It is an interruption of blood flow to…

Based on some early studies, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) added a warning on…

While most Americans consume too much salt, sodium is an important factor in regulating blood…

One of the main risk factors for stroke is atherosclerosis, a condition that develops when…

Q: Why do doctors ask about family history of heart disease? A: Your family health…

The association between heart disease and depression is well established, and two large studies in…

Is your salad stuck in a rut? Facing the same vegetables every day can feel…

Is there a specific diet that is best for your heart? According to the annual…