Doctors used to worry that the potential harm of blood pressure medication outweighed any benefit to elderly patients, but a study found that the medication did reduce the incidence of heart disease, stroke, and premature death in older patients.
A study from Spain found that daily consumption of unsweetened cocoa powder led to a reduction in inflammatory molecules linked to heart disease.
Researchers have identified four symptoms that are more likely to occur in women who develop ovarian cancer. Women who experience one or more of these symptoms for more than a few weeks should get a pelvic exam.
A study of women in several stages of menopause found that a slight cognitive lag occurs in late perimenopause, but it is temporary.
People who receive a clot-destroying drug after a heart attack may also benefit from a subsequent angioplasty.
The risk of food-borne illness can be minimized by using common sense and by taking precautions when handling and preparing food.
The incidence of diabetes has increased dramatically in recent years. Men should be tested for diabetes starting at age 45, because early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent further complications.
Stress, anxiety, and negative emotions can bring on or worsen heart disease, and cardiovascular problems can contribute to dementia.
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute has released guidelines to assist physicians in identifying patients with von Willebrand disease, a blood disorder that prevents clotting.
Do you recommend preventive screening for vascular disease through companies such as Life Line Screening? I just got a notice for one that also includes osteoporosis testing.