Childhood Abuse and High Cholesterol

A new study found risk factors for heart disease and stroke were higher among adults who said they experienced childhood abuse and varied by race and gender. However, those who described their family life as well-managed and had family members involved in their lives during childhood were less likely to have increased cardiovascular risk factors… Continue reading Childhood Abuse and High Cholesterol

Dangerous High Blood Pressure Spikes among Blacks Happen Five Times More than Average

Black adults experience dangerous spikes in high blood pressure, called a hypertensive crisis, at a rate that is five times the national average, according to a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Joint Hypertension 2018 Scientific Sessions, an annual conference focused on recent advances in hypertension research. Hypertensive crisis is a complication of high… Continue reading Dangerous High Blood Pressure Spikes among Blacks Happen Five Times More than Average

Best Health Screenings for Men Over 50

As we get older, it’s crucial to monitor our health. Even though we may not have any symptoms of an illness, a screening test can catch a small problem before it becomes a big one. ThirdAge has already published an article on recommended screenings for women over 50. (https://thirdage.com/article/most-recommended-screenings-women-50-and-above). Here, from the experts at SeniorHealth,… Continue reading Best Health Screenings for Men Over 50