Flexible sigmoidoscopy, which is less invasive than full colonoscopy and easier to prep for, every three to five years reduces the risk of developing colorectal cancer later in life.
After angioplasty and stent placement, it may not be necessary to take aspirin plus Plavix-what’s called dual antiplatelet therapy-for more than a year.
Women with heart disease or atrial fibrillation are more likely than men to have a stroke.
Radiation therapy and chemotherapy are increasing the number of people who survive cancer. But they also cause cardiovascular disease in some of the people who get these therapies.
Before have surgery to replace an aching joint with an artificial one, try extending the life of your own natural joints by losing weight, protecting your joints, trying medical treatment, and getting effective pain relief.
New research highlighting possible long-term dangers of using a bisphosphonate to prevent or treat osteoporosis has people asking, “What do I do now?” How long to take a bisphosphonate depends on current bone density and osteoporosis risk.
Many people who feel fine often ask their doctors for tests to check for hidden heart disease. Such “checking under the hood” usually doesn’t offer any benefit and often comes with costs and potential risks.
It’s a good idea to have your blood pressure measured in both arms every so often. A difference between the two readings of more than 10 points may indicate increased cardiovascular risk.
I’m a little overweight, but my cholesterol numbers aren’t bad. Do I really need the statin my doctor wants me to take?
An uncommon side effect of the antibiotic azithromycin is triggering irregular heart rhythms. For people with certain types of heart rhythm problems, it’s best to avoid this antibiotic when possible.