
Women with Diabetes Have a Higher Risk of Heart Attack Than Men
Diabetes is a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD), but research suggests that the…

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…

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

Exercise has the power to restore function, reduce and possibly eliminate the need for some…

Arthritis is more than one disease. The three most common types are rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis,…

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

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

You may have read about a condition called estrogen dominance. This theory, proposed in a…

The only commodity traded more than coffee is oil. Over 2 billion cups of coffee…

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…

Improve Cardio Fitness with Simple Bodyweight Exercises Bodyweight exercises—in which you use your body to…

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

Being sedentary or inactive plays as much of a role in reducing life expectancy as…

It would be great if there was an over-the-counter supplement that would boost your immune…

What is a “mild heart attack”? You may have heard the expression and wondered exactly…

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a group of diseases, most commonly emphysema and chronic…

A bone mineral density test is the best way to measure your bone health. It…

Skipping Meals to Cut Calories Could Lead to Unexpected Consequences If you’re trying to lose…

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States, and also one…

Fragmented Sleep: A Risk Factor for Heart Disease Sleep scientists from the University of California,…
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Q: I’ve read a variety of statistics about the prevalence of depression. How common is…

High blood pressure – hypertension – used to be when your blood pressure was consistently…

Lower Alzheimer’s Risk May Be Possible with Healthy Lifestyle A study published in June in…

You need to know if your stroke risk is high for two main reasons. First,…

Almost everyone gets back pain at some point. People may say they have a backache…
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Drinking alcohol raises your blood pressure, even if you are not a heavy drinker. [1,2]…

I’m reading a lot of disturbing information about arsenic in U.S. rice. Is rice farmed…

According to the National Institute of Health (NIH) for digestive diseases, research shows that neither…

In your body, inflammation can cause redness, heat, swelling, pain, and loss of function (i.e.,…

Q: Is the risk of Alzheimer’s higher if it runs in the family, like heart…

Almost half of Americans have high blood pressure (HTN), and one in five adults don’t…

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) rehabilitation is a series of education and structured exercises that…

Those who suffer from coronary artery disease (CAD) struggle to get enough blood to their…

Osteoporosis poses a disease threat that is greater than that of both hypertension (high blood…

Q: I’m sure my wife has sleep apnea—she rouses several times during the night, making…

Few Seniors Take Part in Cardiac Rehabilitation There is strong evidence that cardiac rehabilitation programs…

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term for lung diseases that include emphysema and…

A whopping 50 million American adults suffer from chronic or severe pain. According to data…

The 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans sanctioned a healthy U.S.-style diet, but more common is…

Osteoporosis is a condition of very low bone density that is commonly seen in women…

Heart attacks happen to someone in the U.S. every 40 seconds. According to the Centers…

Treatment for heart failure begins with lifestyle changes and medications. When these therapies are not…

Based on the evidence collected from your medical history, physical exam, and diagnostic tests, your…