Carotid ultrasound tests are not necessary or helpful for people who are in good health and not experiencing any warning signs of stroke risk.
Lowering blood pressure is a primary goal for those with hypertension, but if blood pressure goes too low in someone with high blood pressure, it can cause the heart to get overworked.
A drug now used in breast cancer treatment may have the potential to prevent the disease in some women.
Moderate alcohol consumption offers some clear health benefits, but it is important not to slip from moderation into riskier drinking.
Summer activities require precautions to protect against sun exposure, heat, insects, and other outdoor hazards.
With age, the heart and blood vessels weaken, leading to lower blood pressure when standing up. Insufficient blood to the brain can cause dizziness and blurred vision, and an increased risk of falls.
I often feel like I have a lump of mucus in my throat. In the morning I spit some of it up, but the sensation doesn’t go away. What can I do about it?
Vacaion planning should include these health planning and preparedness measures.
People with delusional parasitosis believe their bodies are infested with insects.
New guidelines for diagnosing Alzheimer’s disease define its progression in three distinct stages, and encourage testing for changes in the brain that are associated with the development of the disease.