Young, healthy people may still face a lifetime risk of premature death from cardiovascular disease if they cannot keep their cholesterol levels in check, according to new observational research in the American Heart Association’s journal Circulation. Researchers in this latest study looked at associations between low-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (LDL-C) and non-high-density lipoprotein-cholesterol (HDL-C) thresholds and cardiovascular… Continue reading Young, Healthy People Still Vulnerable to Cardiovascular Disease if Their LDL Cholesterol Is High
Tag: people
How to Read The Health News
Editor’s Note: We’ve all gulped at some scary health headline. But chances are we’re overreacting. Here, from experts at the National Institute on Aging, are some suggestions on how to read the health news so you can be informed, not overwhelmed: “Risk” is the chance that something bad will happen—like catching the flu or… Continue reading How to Read The Health News
6 Common Signs of Vision Loss
Aging brings unpredictable changes to our senses, often making them less sharp. As you age, being aware of how these senses may change will ensure your safety and comfort and promote overall well-being. Here, from the experts at www.homecareassistance.com, are six 6 common indications of vision loss that you need to be aware of: Changes… Continue reading 6 Common Signs of Vision Loss
High-Dose Flu Vaccine: Is It Always Better?
People over 65 are often offered a standard vaccine or a high-dose version. But a new study has found that the higher dosage is effective only for people 85 and older. A new study from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs found that for those between age 65 and 84, the standard vaccine works just… Continue reading High-Dose Flu Vaccine: Is It Always Better?
7 Ways to Become A Positive Thinker
While it may seem as if good things just seem to happen to ‘good’ people and the good life seems to be easier for some to attain, than others, here’s some good news. These people don’t simply “get lucky”. Instead, they’re proactive in the way they live their lives. They’ve made a choice: to take… Continue reading 7 Ways to Become A Positive Thinker