Increased levels of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are changing the earth’s climate, which affects everyone’s health in the form of more instances of extreme weather, poorer air quality, an increase in insect-borne illnesses, and more.
Every time I pick up my newspaper, I seem to read about a “superbug” called MRSA. I don’t want to be an alarmist, but I want to know how to protect my family.
Medical research frequently contradicts or refutes the results of a previous study. Individuals should interpret health information with regard to its significance, compare the risks to the benefits, and consider personal preferences and priorities.
I have two really ugly toenails. I assume I have a fungus. What can I do about it?
Beyond the elimination of waste, the kidneys play an important role in regulating the body’s blood pressure and are also involved in the production of red blood cells and the conversion of vitamin D, so keeping the kidneys healthy is crucial.
The benefits of strength training include faster metabolism due to increased muscle mass, lower blood sugar, improved heart function, and relief from joint pain.
People with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease have difficulty breathing in the form of either bronchitis, emphysema, or a combination of the two. The majority of cases are caused by smoking, and incidence of COPD is rising among Americans.
I’ve been hearing a lot about C-reactive protein and heart attacks. I want to stay healthy, but I’m 73 years old, and there seems to be a new worry in every newspaper I read. At my age, does this protein make any difference?
Losing muscle mass and strength is part of the aging process, but people who follow a program of low-resistance strength training combined with aerobic exercise are more likely to stay fit and healthy as they age.
Testosterone has been linked to cardiac risk factors like peripheral artery disease, but researchers are beginning to examine the possibility that testosterone therapy might be beneficial for men with heart disease.