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Dry hands seem simple enough, don’t they? Maybe at first glance. But the truth is, they can be a symptom of something far more sinister. Like most people these days, you may be extra diligent with handwashing. It’s a simple defense mechanism against the spread of COVID-19 and a staple of good hygiene. Unfortunately, it ...click here to read more

You’ve heard of hypertension and its multiple dangers. It’s a significant risk factor for heart disease, and uncontrolled high blood pressure (the condition that “hypertension” describes) can boost the risk of heart attack, stroke, dementia, and more. But is all hypertension created equal? Can you control it? And what happens if you do? There are ...click here to read more

I’m sure you’ve seen the articles telling you to eat this or drink that to boost your immune system. But if it seems to be good to be true, it probably is. Nutrition can play a role in immune strength, but the relationship between food and illness risk is complex. Several factors influence immune strength, ...click here to read more

Erectile dysfunction can be a major source of frustration. Little can be more irritating or embarrassing than a failure to stand at attention when called upon. Adding to the trouble is that ED might be a sign of vascular disease. No matter what, restoring adequate blood flow to your penis to achieve and maintain a ...click here to read more

Researchers have found that the more exercise middle-aged adults get, the better their brain health. It has long been known that exercise can improve mental health, but this new study has found evidence on the importance of keeping active in midlife. The study published in Neurology analyzed information from 1,604 volunteers taking part in an ...click here to read more

Young adults with PTSD may have an increased risk of stroke when taking certain types of antidepressants, according to new research. The study published in the American Heart Association journal Stroke was the largest investigation of post-traumatic stress disorder and antidepressant-associated stroke risk in young adults ever performed. Collecting data from 1.1 million U.S. veterans ...click here to read more

As more research becomes available, it’s becoming more apparent that focusing on heart health in midlife is crucial for lowering the risk of dementia later in life. New studies are showing that even those who have just a few signs of poor heart health in middle age are linked to a faster decline in cognition. ...click here to read more

A new study reveals that women with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression have a significantly greater risk of early death than those without the conditions. Researchers at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health ran the long-term study, which strengthened the understanding that mental and physical health are tightly interconnected. The need for a ...click here to read more

Heart complications, including heart attacks, become more of a risk as we age. But why is this? A team of researchers from the University of South Florida Department of Surgery set out to find the answer to why we are more susceptible to heart disease as we get older. The discovery made by the team ...click here to read more

People who have suffered a heart attack or received cardiac intervention should steer clear of marijuana. According to new research from the American Heart Association, smoking marijuana increases the risk of complications after cardiovascular procedures. Marijuana users were also more likely to be readmitted to the hospital for recurrent heart attack or coronary procedures. As ...click here to read more

There is a relationship between heart disease and depression, and a new study is contributing to researchers understanding the complex connection. Presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions conference, this new study used their Life Simple 7 measures to form their conclusions. Researchers included more than 4,000 people who had taken part in a ...click here to read more

Exercise can do a lot more than help build and maintain muscle strength. It’s effects may be even more pronounced during the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m not talking about its effect on immune strength either. As workouts have moved indoors and group classes online, they are providing valuable human connection in an increasingly isolated world. This ...click here to read more

A new study published in the American Academy of Neurology suggests that air quality standards may affect the risk of dementia in older women. Those who live in locations with higher levels of air pollution may have more brain shrinkage, the kind seen in those with Alzheimer’s disease. The study, which analyzed fine particle pollution, ...click here to read more

Those who have type 2 diabetes may have a higher risk of developing heart disease. According to new research published by the American Heart Association’s flagship journal Circulation, even if diabetes patients have all risk factors under control, they are still at a higher risk for developing heart disease. Previous studies have found that patients ...click here to read more