Other medical conditions

Social Impact of Obesity

Janet has returned from school again, crying and wishing to be left alone. Her grades have fallen st...
Misc

Myths and Facts about Cholesterol

A quick visit to the hospital for a random and Michael’s heart skips when his cholesterol test resul...
Chronic medical conditions

Health Risks associated with Diabetes May Be Present before one Has the Condition

Diabetes is associated with a lot of health risks including heart attacks, strokes, and kidney damag...
Misc

Any Exercise Can Lower Risk of Heart Disease in Obese and Overweight Adults

Obesity is a major risk factor for chronic diseases, including heart disease. This is why healthcare...
Misc

Link between Cholesterol Buildup and Changes in Heart Function Revealed

A new study has found that accumulation of cholesterol and calcium in blood vessels, a phenomenon ca...
Misc

Australia Study Shows Reduction of Heart Attack and Stroke Risk in Diabetics is Possible.

Diabetes is a strong risk factor for stroke and heart attack and people who have diabetes are often...
Lifestyle and Wellness

Get up to decrease your risk of heart disease

In a large study of women, sitting for prolonged periods (a form of sedentary behavior) was associat...
Misc

Red wine is not medication for heart disease

Red wine contains antioxidants such as resveratrol, and it can raise blood levels of good cholestero...
Misc

Silent heart attack may be the explanation for some mysterious strokes

Stroke is a common health problem particularly in Africans. It can occur when blood flow to a part o...
Maternal Health

Mothers who breastfeed have a lower risk of heart disease

Breastfeeding is associated with a long list of health benefits to the mother, including lower risk...
Misc

Plant-based diets associated with lower heart failure risk

There are many known benefits of eating plant-based foods. Add heart failure to the list. Notably, t...
Chronic medical conditions

Onset of type 2 diabetes before the age of 40 years carries more risk for the heart

The link between diabetes and heart disease is well established.