I?m a 78-year-old athlete and dancer. Three years ago, I broke my hip. After it was repaired I completed extensive physical therapy. Since then, I?ve been working out at a gym using the treadmill, stationary bicycle, and rowing machine. But I still have tremendous pain in my thigh. Should I stop exercising? It helps me control my weight and blood pressure.
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Peanuts are as effective as tree nuts in prolonging life.
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Small skin patches on the chest may offer an easier way to diagnose heart rhythm abnormalities than bulky, portable electrocardiogram (ECG) devices.
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I?m 68, and I had the pneumonia vaccine a few years ago. Now I hear that I need to have two different ones. Do I really need to do this?
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Personalized medicine will always depend upon the doctor-patient relation, even when your doctor has your genome at hand.
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Would you suggest I try taking a probiotic supplement for general colon health? I have a sensitive stomach and sometimes suffer from constipation.
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A study found that likely triggers for episodes of back pain include carrying heavy loads; lifting loads in an awkward position; and being tired, fatigued, or distracted.
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Minute specks of calcium in the walls of the heart’s arteries signal a higher risk of future heart attack or stroke. Making changes in seven key areas to reduce cardiovascular risk may prevent heart disease.
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Women under 55 may be unaware of heart disease risk factors, They may not recognize the signs of a heart attack and fail to get preventive care and timely treatment.
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People with chronic insomnia who also have difficulty napping during the day have an increased risk of having high blood pressure. A state of “hyperarousal” that makes sleeping a challenge may be to blame.
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