The Downsides of Multitasking
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Checking Blood Pressure At Home
When I visit my doctor, my readings are always high at first. The doctor has me relax for about 10 minutes and the repeat is at the top of normal (or close to it). Do I have hypertension that needs to be treated? Should I be checking my pressure at home?
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Ask the doctor: How do you treat a Baker’s cyst?
I have a Baker’s cyst in my right knee. It has been drained twice and recurred. Are there any other treatments for it?
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Heart Beat: Fixing faulty heart rhythms may help kidneys filter better
Treating atrial fibrillation with ablation may improve kidney function as well.
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In the journals: Certain dietary patterns are associated with long-term brain health
Researchers using brain imaging to track nutrient biomarkers found an association between higher levels of certain vitamins and better performace on mental tests in older people.
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Small step forward for stem cells, giant leaps remain
In a very small study, stem cells from heart tissue helped boost pumping power in the hearts of heart attack survivors.
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What to do about restless legs syndrome
People with this disorder experience an uncontrollable urge to move their legs, typically around bedtime. Lifestyle changes can help, and there are also medications that can provide some relief.
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Teamwork in angioplasty-bypass decisions
Updated guidelines for using bypass surgery or angioplasty to treat blocked cardiac arteries emphasize collaboration between these treatment groups.
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Coffee and your arteries
Research on caffeine found that it may improve the function of arteries.
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In the journals: Radiation for breast cancer is linked to narrowing of the coronary arteries
A Swedish study adds to the evidence that radiation therapy for breast cancer can lead to heart problems, particularly for women with left-sided breast cancer.
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