Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer among men and women. Several tests can find hidden colorectal cancer while it is still small and treatable.
Genetic testing is useful for determining if someone has inherited a condition caused by a problem with a single gene, like hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. But it can’t yet add much to predicting who will have a heart attack.
Daily physical activity reduces a woman’s chances of developing breast cancer. Women who work out between 10 and 19 hours a week have a breast cancer risk about 30% lower than that of inactive women.
Pulmonary arterial hypertension occurs when arteries that supply the lungs become stiff and thick. New treatments are extending life for people with this chronic condition.
Adding an investigational new drug called AMD 145 to a statin dramatically lowers levels of harmful LDL cholesterol.
Many people who exercise focus on aerobic activities that get the heart pumping and overlook strength-building exercise. They preserve the ability to perform most ordinary activities and therefore maintain an active and independent lifestyle.
Memory lapses like forgetting someone’s name may spark anxiety but don’t necessarily mean something is wrong. Taking time, avoiding multitasking, rehearsing names, learn memorization tricks and other strategies can help improve memory.
Antioxidants from food-not from pills-can protect arteries and other tissues from damage caused by highly reactive compounds created when oxygen combines with other molecules. Colorful fruits and vegetables are great sources of antioxidants.
Conflicting recommendations and study results are sowing confusion about whether or not to take calcium and vitamin D supplements. While it’s best to get all nutrients from food, the decision to take supplements should be individualized based on your diet