Progress is being made on developing less invasive surgeries to replace or repair heart valves, but more research is needed before they become a viable option for the average person.
Does tanning in a tanning bed cause less damage than natural sunlight?
I have white skin patches on both hands. My doctor says it’s vitiligo. What causes this, and how can I treat it?
While somewhat common in adolescence, gynecomastia in adult men is rare. It may be caused by liver disease, medications, or treatment for prostate cancer.
A study reports that if the vertebra that supports the skull is misaligned, careful manipulation of it may result in a significant drop in blood pressure.
Death rates from coronary artery disease have been falling since the 1980s, due to emphasis on the need to combat the problem by adopting healthier habits.
An earlier advisory to keep an iPod away from the heart of a pacemaker wearer may not be necessary, but caution is still advised.
A study of possible genetic links to prostate cancer questioned whether the number of children a man fathered might affect his risk of prostate cancer, while another looked at whether the sex of a man’s offspring was significant.
After taking atenolol for years, my doctor suggested cutting the dose. Then my cardiologist suggested that I stop taking it altogether. On the first day I didn’t take it I felt “buzzed.” My pressure began to creep upward. Did I bail out too quickly?
A lack of interest in sexual activity may be connected to cardiovascular issues.