Author: Jane Farrell

Romance and Anti-Aging

Neighborhood poverty and the challenging living conditions that can come with it—such as higher vigilance, lower trust, and environmental dangers–have been linked to an accumulation of stress that can contribute to cellular aging and health problems later in life. But research has suggested that close relationships can buffer stress, depending on how connected a person… Continue reading Romance and Anti-Aging

Narcan To Be Available Over the Counter

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Narcan, 4 milligram (mg) naloxone hydrochloride nasal spray, for non-prescription use. But it may take some time before it is generally available. According to a news release from the FDA, Narcan (generic name Naloxone) is a medication that rapidly reverses the effects of opioid overdose and… Continue reading Narcan To Be Available Over the Counter

Genetic Testing And Heart Disease

Increasing use of genetic testing means people may discover they have a gene variant associated with some types of cardiovascular disease (CVD). A new scientific statement, published in March 2023 in the American Heart Association (AHA) journal Circulation: Genomic and Precision Medicine, aims to help individuals and health care professionals understand what to do when… Continue reading Genetic Testing And Heart Disease

African-American Cancer Survivors and Discrimination

Cancer and its treatment can accelerate the rate of aging because they both destabilize and damage biological systems in the body. New research published by Wiley online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society, found that African American cancer survivors who reported high levels of discrimination exhibited greater aging and frailty than… Continue reading African-American Cancer Survivors and Discrimination

Heart Failure and Exercise

For many people who have heart failure, supervised exercise training is safe and may offer substantial improvement in exercise capacity and quality of life, even more than medications, according to a new, joint scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) and the American College of Cardiology (ACC). The statement was published in March 2023… Continue reading Heart Failure and Exercise

Heart Disease: Baby’s Early Risk

Preventing heart disease starts much earlier than you may realize,  according to a new American Heart Association (AHA) scientific statement published in February 2023 as part of a spotlight issue of the Association’s flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation. The statement, “Optimizing Prepregnancy Cardiovascular Health to Improve Outcomes in Pregnant and Postpartum Individuals and Their Offspring,” summarizes… Continue reading Heart Disease: Baby’s Early Risk

Hypertension During Pregnancy Linked to Cognitive Issues In Later Life

High blood pressure disorders during pregnancy are associated with an increased risk of thinking problems later in life, according to a study published in the March 1, 2023 online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN). According to a news release from AAN,  researchers found that those with these… Continue reading Hypertension During Pregnancy Linked to Cognitive Issues In Later Life

A New View of Daily Steps

A new study found that walking an additional 500 steps, or about one-quarter of a mile, per day was associated with a 14% lower risk of heart disease, stroke or heart failure, according to preliminary research presented at the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Epidemiology, Prevention, Lifestyle & Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions 2023. The meeting, held… Continue reading A New View of Daily Steps

Racial Disparities and Childbirth

Black women of childbearing age were twice as likely to have uncontrolled high blood pressure when compared with their white peers, increasing their risk of heart-related complications during pregnancy, according to new research published in February 2023 issue of the Journal of the American Heart Association, an open access, peer-reviewed journal. The analysis of nearly… Continue reading Racial Disparities and Childbirth

New Weapons to Fight Alzheimer’s?

Researchers have discovered how a molecule found in green tea breaks apart tangles of the protein tau, a hallmark of Alzheimer’s disease. Based on this finding, the team identified other molecules that can also untangle tau and may be even better drug candidates than the green tea molecule. Results from the study, funded in part… Continue reading New Weapons to Fight Alzheimer’s?

Medicine to Protect the Post-Stroke Brain

The neuroprotectant ApTOLL, a medication that may shield the brain from tissue damage, was linked to reduced death and disability among people being treated for stroke when used with standard treatments to restore blood flow, according to preliminary late-breaking science presented today at the American Stroke Association’s International Stroke Conference 2023. The meeting, held in… Continue reading Medicine to Protect the Post-Stroke Brain

How to Get The Best Results from Fillers

When we’re young, our skin is soft, supple, and well hydrated, but as we age, our skin slowly loses its youthful characteristics, and that can leave some people looking for a way to regain their younger-looking skin. If you’re interested in adding more fullness to your skin, then fillers may be for you. Board-certified dermatologists… Continue reading How to Get The Best Results from Fillers

Conquering Winter Skin

Cold winter weather can wreak havoc on our bodies. Due to the drop in temperature and lack of humidity, our skin can have a difficult time retaining moisture, leading to itchy, dry skin and cracked lips. Here are some essential tips to help keep your skin moisturized and healthy: “Keeping our hands, feet and face… Continue reading Conquering Winter Skin

Why Cold Showers Could Be Good for You

Running out of hot water during your shower might be a good thing. A cold shower — even just for a few minutes — can work as therapy to help you heal, recover and generally feel good, especially after exercise. “Cold showers are a convenient way for a weekend warrior, amateur athlete or anyone who… Continue reading Why Cold Showers Could Be Good for You

Heart Health Begins Before Birth

Preventing heart disease starts much earlier than you may realize, according to a new American Heart Association (AHA) scientific statement published Feb. 13, 2023 in the AHA’s flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation. The statement, “Optimizing Prepregnancy Cardiovascular Health to Improve Outcomes in Pregnant and Postpartum Individuals and Their Offspring,” summarizes the available data connecting a woman’s… Continue reading Heart Health Begins Before Birth

Can’t sleep at night?

Having poor sleep hygiene can lead to exhaustion that can affect everything  from your job performance to  driving while drowsy. Here, experts from the company Hush offer some easy tips to improve your sleep hygiene: Be consistent with your bedtime routine Never underestimate the importance of a bedtime schedule – being consistent is vital to… Continue reading Can’t sleep at night?