_ Health HeadlinesMillions Taking Aspirin Without Any Clear Benefit By Jane Farrell articleMany people take aspirin every day to prevent a heart attack or stroke. But daily aspirin isn’t advised for everyone. … Read More→
_ Heart HealthPesticide Exposure Raises Heart-Disease Risk in Some Men By Jane Farrell articleOn-the-job exposure to high levels of pesticides raised the risk of heart disease and stroke in a generally healthy group … Read More→
_ Food PoisoningThe Six Hidden Hazards of Tailgating By Jane Farrell articleTailgating is one of the best parts of football season — but nothing quashes team spirit quite like food poisoning. … Read More→
_ Workaholic By Jane Farrell blogI’ve been labeled a workaholic again lately. It’s not the first time in my life. Over the last handful of […]
_ Urinary IncontinenceThe Best Surgery for Urinary Incontinence By Jane Farrell articleSurgery for stress urinary incontinence (leaking that occurs with a cough or sneeze) also improves symptoms of another form of … Read More→
_ Healthy Diet & NutritionThe Not-So-Sweet Truth About Sugar and Sweeteners By Jane Farrell articleMost of us love sweet foods and drinks. But after that short burst of sweetness, you may worry about how … Read More→
_ HypertensionHeating Pad Can Help with a Type of Blood-Pressure Condition By Jane Farrell articleApplying a heating pad overnight may help people with supine hypertension, a condition that causes their blood pressure to increase … Read More→
_ Heartburn/GERDRead This if You Take Ranitidine Medicines By Jane Farrell articleThe federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has learned that some ranitidine medicines, including some products commonly known as the … Read More→
_ 10 Steps to Optimize Pregnancy By Jane Farrell articleTrouble conceiving can be incredibly challenging, both physically and emotionally. However, there are several steps that women can take to … Read More→
_ Steering Clear of Falls By Jane Farrell articleEach year millions of Americans, especially older adults, go to the emergency department after an injury from a fall. “These … Read More→
_ High blood pressure / hypertensionHypertension and Cognitive Decline By Jane Farrell articleHigh blood pressure appears to accelerate cognitive decline among middle-aged and older adults, but treating high blood pressure may slow … Read More→
_ Drug UseMarijuana: A Warning From The U.S Surgeon General By Jane Farrell articleSurgeon General Vice Adm. Jerome M. Adams has issued an advisory emphasizing the importance of protecting youth and pregnant women … Read More→
_ High blood pressure / hypertensionThe Income Factor in Blood Pressure Treatment By Jane Farrell articlePeople enrolled in a large clinical hypertension management trial were half as likely to control their blood pressure if they … Read More→
_ Hair HealthUntangling Hair Loss in Women By Jane Farrell articleMany people think of hair loss as a men’s issue; however, hair loss is just as common in women as … Read More→
_ InsomniaSome Insomniacs May Be at Increased Risk of Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure and Stroke By Jane Farrell articlePeople suffering from insomnia may have an increased risk of some kinds of heart disease and stroke, according to new … Read More→
_ In The Presence of Grief By Jane Farrell blogI have been seeing a family that I have written about before (with their permission) who have been dealing with […]
_ Medical ResearchUsing Laser Technology to Detect Cancer Cells By Jane Farrell articleWe’ve come a long way since hearing Dr. Evil of Austin Powers movie fame describe “a sophisticated heat beam, which … Read More→
_ Health & FitnessBest Ways to Avoid Back Injuries By Jane Farrell articleSummer’s arrival brings family gatherings, outdoor sports, outings with friends, vacations and sprucing up the yard. But summer fun can … Read More→