Millions of Americans live with tinnitus, a constant ringing or sound in the ears. Most treatments aim to minimize the symptom, mask the sound, or deemphasize one’s negative response to the sound.
A heart attack or stroke triggers an immune response that boosts inflammation and speeds the development of atherosclerosis in artery walls. This may explain why heart attack or stroke victims are at risk for repeat events.
People with prediabetes may be at a higher risk of stroke. A diagnosis of prediabetes should sound a warning to better manage weight, diet, and exercise, which may contribute to diabetes and stroke.
Using canola oil, and unsaturated fat, does not cause prostate cancer or make it worse. A diet rich in saturated fat, from red meat and other sources, however may increase the risk of prostate cancer.
Blood clots that form in the legs (deep-vein thrombosis) or lungs (pulmonary embolism) can be painful, and even deadly. Prompt treatment and good follow-up can minimize the danger.
Too much salt can boost blood pressure and increase the risk for heart disease. Now a new study has linked a high-salt diet with increased risk for stroke.
Almost 14 million cancer survivors-more than half of them women-are living in the United States today. Better odds of surviving cancer make planning for life after cancer almost as important as planning treatment for the disease.
Older people who have heart disease may die sooner if they live alone.
Americans’ love affair with red meat (which includes veal, beef, lamb, and pork) may be endangering their health. Diets high in red meat have been linked to cancer, diabetes, heart disease, and premature death.