What You Should Know About Inflammation and Heart Disease
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with heart disease, you may want to talk to your doctor about the role of cardiovascular inflammation – and what you can do about it.
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with heart disease, you may want to talk to your doctor about the role of cardiovascular inflammation – and what you can do about it.
Doctors advise prioritizing healthy choices during this period, so you can start 2025 on the right foot.
As researchers work to find new treatments that have the potential to benefit patients, they say that more diversity is needed among participants in clinical trials to advance understanding of these conditions.
A great way to start small is to swap out some ingredients in your favorite meals to make them vegan, without the fuss.
To make a difference when it comes to heart health, learn how you, your family, and your community can support your well-being – and consider opportunities for pursuing a career in health care.
Good foot and ankle health is critical for good overall health, so no matter what your wellness goals are, be sure to start from the ground up.
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A staggering 90 percent of people fail to achieve a good night’s sleep, according to new international research presented at the European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress 2022. The study found that suboptimal sleep was associated with a higher likelihood of heart disease and stroke. The authors estimated that seven in ten of these cardiovascular…
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One year into the pandemic and the dearth of N95 face masks for healthcare workers continues, with practices and facilities that serve some of the most vulnerable communities still unable to obtain adequate supplies.[1] So when biopharmaceutical company Esperion Therapeutics of Ann Arbor, Michigan called the Association of Black Cardiologists (ABC) and offered to donate 20,000 N95 masks,…
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By d-mars.com News Provider Social isolation among seniors is not only linked to numerous negative health consequences like depression and cardiovascular disease, but it’s also a primary contributing factor in financial exploitation and scams. Estimated to affect one in 10 older adults and cost billions annually, the threat of elder financial fraud is pervasive, and…
This article is developed and sponsored by the Amarin Group of Companies. In popular culture, the heart is often seen as a symbol of love and passion. Unfortunately, we sometimes take our hearts for granted. The heart is the amazing centerpiece of the human cardiovascular system.i It’s the first organ to begin functioning…
By Barrington M. Salmon, (USC Annenberg Health Journalism Fellow), Contributing Writer, NNPA When Detrice Belt walks around what’s left of her neighborhood and community, she is saddened because of the destruction of the place she calls home. She is deeply frustrated by the struggle she and the remaining residents at Barry Farm have been wrapped…
When you’re living with type 2 diabetes, there is a lot to think about when it comes to your health. Most people know that eating healthy, staying physically active, and following a prescribed treatment plan are important to successfully manage the disease. What many people may not know is that it’s also important to understand…
Some weather trends pose a serious threat to populations worldwide, especially older adults.
These three easy tips will help you “fall” back into a good routine.
When scheduling annual physicals, screenings, vaccinations and other preventive care, don’t forget about another critical part of overall health that gets neglected all too often: dental care.