People enrolled in a large clinical hypertension management trial were half as likely to control their blood pressure if they received care at clinics and practices in low-income areas, according to new research in Journal of the American Heart Association. Participants in a low-income area had a 25% higher chance of dying from any cause… Continue reading The Income Factor in Blood Pressure Treatment
Author: Jane Farrell
Untangling Hair Loss in Women
Many people think of hair loss as a men’s issue; however, hair loss is just as common in women as it is in men, according to the American Academy of Dermatology. In addition to hereditary hair loss, the hairstyles and products that women use on their hair can contribute to hair loss, the AAD said… Continue reading Untangling Hair Loss in Women
Some Insomniacs May Be at Increased Risk of Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure and Stroke
People suffering from insomnia may have an increased risk of some kinds of heart disease and stroke, according to new research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation. The investigators based their conclusion on data from more than one million people. Previous studies have found an association between insomnia, which affects up to 30% of… Continue reading Some Insomniacs May Be at Increased Risk of Coronary Artery Disease, Heart Failure and Stroke
Using Laser Technology to Detect Cancer Cells
We’ve come a long way since hearing Dr. Evil of Austin Powers movie fame describe “a sophisticated heat beam, which we call ‘a laser’” to take over the world, or sitting in awe watching Jedi knights in Star Wars blast through enemies using lightsabers. Now in real life, scientists are exploring different ways the laser… Continue reading Using Laser Technology to Detect Cancer Cells
Best Ways to Avoid Back Injuries
Summer’s arrival brings family gatherings, outdoor sports, outings with friends, vacations and sprucing up the yard. But summer fun can also bring a higher risk of back injuries. “Too often we start the summer with enthusiasm, only to be sidetracked by back pain,” says Dr. Bradford Butler, a chiropractor and the author of Blueprint for… Continue reading Best Ways to Avoid Back Injuries
Skip The Fad Diets – and Lose Weight Sensibly
It seems everywhere we look today, there’s a new health program that promises fast results: Keto, Whole30, and Paleo diets, along with Crossfit and HIIT training programs, are all said to be the new “miracle.” But the problem with this is that fads may provide you with fast results but rarely yield long-term health. Rather… Continue reading Skip The Fad Diets – and Lose Weight Sensibly
Proposed Legislation Could Benefit Heart Patients
At last, something Republicans and Democrats may agree on: Bipartisan federal legislation introduced in the House of Representatives would expand patient access to critical cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs in Medicare. The Increasing Access to Quality Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Act of 2019 (H.R. 3911) was introduced by Representatives John Lewis (D-GA) and Adrian Smith (R-NE).… Continue reading Proposed Legislation Could Benefit Heart Patients
Smart Treatment Tips for Acne
Acne is the most common skin condition in the United States, affecting up to 50 million Americans annually. However, despite its prevalence, accurate information about acne can be scarce. Many teenagers and young adults believe that they have to let acne run its course instead of treating it, while others turn to do-it-yourself treatments —… Continue reading Smart Treatment Tips for Acne
An Unexpected Discovery about Hyperglycemia
A new study has found that aggressive treatments of high post-stroke blood sugar levels brings no better results than standard approaches. Hyperglycemia, or high levels of glucose, is common in patients with acute ischemic stroke and is associated with worse outcomes compared to normal blood sugar levels. Animal studies also pointed to an effect of… Continue reading An Unexpected Discovery about Hyperglycemia
New Tests Cleared by the FDA Provide An Easier Diagnosis for Lyme Disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared for marketing four previously cleared tests with new indications to aid in the diagnosis of Lyme disease. The clearing by the FDA is the first time that a test has been indicated to follow a new testing paradigm in which two tests called enzyme immunoassays (EIA)… Continue reading New Tests Cleared by the FDA Provide An Easier Diagnosis for Lyme Disease
Protect Your Heart in The Heat
With record hot temperatures facing the nation, the American Heart Association has issued guidelines for protecting your heart in the heat: Dehydration causes the heart to work harder, putting it at risk. Hydration helps the heart more easily pump blood through the blood vessels to the muscles. And, it helps the muscles work efficiently. “If… Continue reading Protect Your Heart in The Heat
Co-Parenting Tips Every Divorcing Couple Needs to Know
It’s well known that nearly half of all marriages in the country end in divorce. The rate is even higher for subsequent marriages. What many people are not as focused on are the children involved and how to best go about co-parenting in a way that will help them grow into well adjusted adults. July… Continue reading Co-Parenting Tips Every Divorcing Couple Needs to Know
Hypnosis for Health
Have you seen someone get hypnotized? They may have been put in a trance and told to do silly things. But hypnosis can be used for more than just show. It’s also being studied to treat certain health conditions. Medical hypnosis aims to improve health and wellness. It can help relax and focus your mind—and… Continue reading Hypnosis for Health
Smartphone Use and Obesity
As smartphones continue to be an inherent part of life and grow as a primary source of entertainment—particularly among young people—it leads to a decrease in physical activity, experts say. In a recent study presented at the American College of Cardiology Latin America Conference 2019, researchers concluded that college students who used their smartphones five… Continue reading Smartphone Use and Obesity
Sharp Rise in Skin Cancer among Younger Women
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., affecting one in five Americans in their lifetime, according to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD). And while limiting exposure to ultraviolet radiation is the number-one way individuals can reduce their skin-cancer risk, new data suggests that UV exposure is on the rise, particularly among… Continue reading Sharp Rise in Skin Cancer among Younger Women
Pollution Linked to Greater Number of Newborns Taken to Intensive Care Units
Infants born to women exposed to high levels of air pollution in the week before delivery are more likely to be admitted to a newborn intensive care unit (NICU), suggests an analysis by researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). According to a NIH news release, the researchers found that depending on the type… Continue reading Pollution Linked to Greater Number of Newborns Taken to Intensive Care Units
FDA Announces Voluntary Recall of Some Eye-Care Products
Several eye-care products by products by Altaire Pharmacuticals, sold at Walgreen’s, have been voluntarily recalled because of their potential for non-sterility, the federal Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says. Products sold by CVS were included in the recall. To read about the CVS products, click here. The recall, announced in July 2019, affects the following… Continue reading FDA Announces Voluntary Recall of Some Eye-Care Products
Pension or Lump Sum? Compare Payouts before You Decide
About half of pension plan participants can choose to take their money in a lump sum when they retire. If you have that choice or are offered a buyout, what’s your best option? Securing guaranteed lifetime payments directly from your company pension plan would seem to be a no-brainer unless you’re facing a financial emergency.… Continue reading Pension or Lump Sum? Compare Payouts before You Decide