Progress against heart disease stalls; death rate rises
After decades of dramatic progress, the death rate for heart disease has begun to show a slight increase. The death rate for heart disease has been…
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How to take care of yourself after a heart attack
The American Heart Association (2016) recommends these five steps to give yourself the best chance at recovery from a heart attack. Take any prescribed…
What to expect after your loved one has a heart attack
Heart attacks don’t just take a physical toll, they also leave emotional wounds in both the survivor and the family. It may require time for the whole…
High-fat equals low fat?
The more fat in a child’s milk, the lower the child’s body mass and the higher the vitamin D levels. So say researchers at the University of Toronto whose…
New 3D-printing could reduce diabetic foot problems
A new insole created through 3D printing could reduce foot injuries and problems for people with diabetic neuropathy. A German company, LAUF, is creating…
Views on safety of painkiller Tramadol are changing
As the opioid addiction issue becomes more prominent, it appears that medical professionals are changing their opinions on how addictive certain…
Alcohol influences stroke rate, study finds
A review of data from 27 studies, suggests that one or two drinks per day is linked with lower risk of stroke. On the other hand, more than two drinks…
Sleep deprivation can build up
In the United States, sleep deprivation is now considered a public health epidemic. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimate that 50 million to 70…
Good sleep habits encourage rest
If you do the same things every night before you sleep, you can expect to fall asleep faster and sleep deeper. Called Sleep Hygiene, these considerations…
Hitting snooze confuses body
You set the alarm for 7 a.m. but hit the snooze button a couple of times before you actually get up. According to Robert S. Rosenberg, medical director of…