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Hearing loss can be caused by noise or through aging – this much we know. But research suggests that serious sleep conditions could also rob you of your precious hearing. Sleep apnea is a condition that causes a person to stop breathing numerous times throughout the night. It has been tied to conditions such as ...click here to read more

In postmenopausal women, wrist fractures could predict susceptibility of more serious fractures later on. Wrist fractures are quite common in postmenopausal women – specifically in those younger than the age of 65. The research from UCLA suggests that wrist fractures could be able to predict future fractures in other parts of the body. The study ...click here to read more

Behavioral changes are a successful way to improve health, according to recent findings. Behavioral health interventions have been found to help people make appropriate lifestyle changes in order to improve their heart health. Additionally, the way health interventions are evaluated by researchers also requires a change, according to co-author of the study Veronica Irvin, Ph.D. ...click here to read more

For years researchers have aimed to uncover a link between lifestyle choices like alcohol consumption and Parkinson’s disease. Now researchers have found conflicting evidence surrounding the connection. In a review of literature from 2000 to 2014, researchers found little evidence to support or negate an association between alcohol consumption and Parkinson’s disease (PD). In studies ...click here to read more

Silent heart attack (silent ischemia) has been found to leave scars on the heart. A silent heart attack is a heart attack with minimal, if any, symptoms. For this reason it is difficult to know when you are experiencing a heart attack, which can lead to further complications – even death. Some reports of a ...click here to read more

Scleroderma is a gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) risk due to excess collagen in the esophagus. Scleroderma (systemic sclerosis) is a condition involving a group of diseases that result in the hardening of the skin and connective tissues. Typically scleroderma affects just the skin, but in some individuals it can also affect structures of the body ...click here to read more

Researchers from Mount Sinai Hospital found that group therapy was an effective way to promote cardiovascular health. The findings were presented at the AHA scientific Sessions 2015 in Orlando, Florida. Dr. Valentin Fuster, lead researcher, said, “Peer group support is a proven strategy for addressing substance abuse, eating disorders and chronic illness. We now have ...click here to read more

Individuals who experience “white coat syndrome” – high blood pressure in the presence of a doctor or medical office – have higher rates of heart and vascular disease. The findings were uncovered by UT Southwestern Medical Center. Senior author, Dr. Wanpen Vongpatanasin, said, “Previous studies on white coat hypertension – blood pressure that is high ...click here to read more

What is pulmonary hypertension? If you’ve received a diagnosis, you’ll know it’s serious. It’s different from having regular high blood pressure. Specifically, the diagnosis means you have high blood pressure in your arteries that go from your lungs to your heart. People often describe it as high blood pressure in the heart-to-lungs system. If you’ve ...click here to read more

Preventing heart diseases should be America’s top concern when it comes to our health. That doesn’t mean turning to medication for a magic fix, but looking at natural remedies for a healthy heart. And that comes down to lifestyle, making good choices and developing the right habits. In America, coronary heart disease has become our ...click here to read more

Diabetes is a disease where there is excess sugar in the blood. But why is it there and what can you do about it? Before we look at natural remedies for diabetes and effective tips for avoiding diabetes, let’s discuss why sugar is such a big deal – and why our body needs to be ...click here to read more

Do you dread the idea of driving at night simply because it’s hard for you to see? Fading night vision is a common problem among older adults, and with the growing number of seniors on the road in the upcoming years, it’s important that we find a way to boost night vision. The American Medical ...click here to read more

Thrombophlebitis (phlebitis) can cause superficial thrombophlebitis or deep vein thrombosis. Thrombophlebitis is when a blood clot occurs in one or more veins within the legs. Although rare, thrombophlebitis can occur in the arms or neck as well. Veins affected by thrombophlebitis are typically close to the skin’s surface, which causes superficial thrombophlebitis or within the ...click here to read more

Endurance experts are suggesting that drugs could be beneficial to help “lazy” people exercise. The drugs in question are psychoactive drugs, and they may be able to get those who are normally sedentary to start moving. One of the foremost barriers to exercise is physical exertion, along with a lack of time. Dr. Samuele Marcora ...click here to read more