Statistics show women under 35 have a much higher risk for stroke than men in the same age group. Researchers aren’t sure about what’s causing the higher risk, but they believe it may have something to do with pregnancy and other hormonal factors. After age 35 men have a higher stroke risk than women for at least [...]
New research shows that COVID vaccines can not only help protect pregnant women from a severe illness from the virus, they can also protect their babies up to six months after birth.
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Social media is a part of modern life for many but research shows that it is designed to be addictive and can be harmful to teenagers.
Gray hair is thought to be a sure sign of aging. But research shows stress can also turn hair gray. But the surprising finding from a small study is that reducing that stress may help turn that stress-induced gray hair back to its natural color.
A new so-called “pacemaker for the brain” works to treat epilepsy by implanting electrodes on the brain that can detect a seizure. This offers another option for epilepsy patients that doesn’t involve medication or surgery.
Eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and incorporating physical activity can give your immune system a healthy boost, as well as improve your cardiovascular health.
High “bad “ cholesterol can build up in the arteries and lead to dangerous fatty plaques that block blood flow and lead to a heart attack or stroke. Certain foods can help lower the levels of “bad” cholesterol but medication is often needed as well.
Myocarditis, swelling of the heart, is a rare side effect of the COVID-19 vaccines that often affects young, male athletes. Most patients fully recover, but it is important that the athletes don’t get back into sports too soon.
