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Supplements are often hailed as natural solutions for a variety of health issues, promising everything from improved heart health to enhanced weight loss. While many supplements can indeed offer significant health benefits, it’s crucial to be a...

4 Supplements That May Actually Be Leading To Clogged Arteries, High Blood Pressure, & Heart Disease, According To Doctors: Calcium & More

People with an irregular heart rhythm taking a common blood pressure drug may be at greater risk of serious bleeding, according to a study recently published in JAMA. Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm and can lead to blood clots or stroke if left untreated, according to the American Heart Association.

Common Blood Pressure Drug May Increase Bleeding Risk for Some Patients, Study Finds

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Fact checked by Nick BlackmerFact checked by Nick Blackmer  Researchers found a link between taking fish oil supplements and an increased risk of stroke and atrial fibrillation (AFib) in those without existing heart issues.The study also found that people with heart issues who routinely took fish oil had a lower risk of AFib and heart disease escalating.Taking fish oil comes with risks and may only benefit certain people, according to experts.
As a source of omega-3 fatty acids, fish oil supplements have become popular for people seeking to boost heart health. But recent research suggests that, for some people, the...

Study: Fish Oil Supplements Tied to Increased Risk of Stroke, AFib in Some People

If left untreated, certain arrhythmias can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke. Arrhythmia management techniques include making lifestyle changes and taking prescribed medications. Arrhythmias are irregular heartbeats. In many people, they do not cause symptoms and do not require treatment. However, some arrhythmias cause symptoms and increase a...

What to know about arrhythmia management

If you are living with diabetes, you may already know you are at higher risk for cardiovascular disease, including heart attack, heart failure, and stroke. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), people who have diabetes are twice as likely to have cardiovascular disease. What you may not know is that it is important for someone with diabetes to maintain low LDL cholesterol because your blood LDL cholesterol level is a contributing factor to cardiovascular disease.

Statins: A Powerful Ally for People Living with Diabetes

COLUMBIA, Mo. — All cancers are difficult to treat, and blood cancers are among the trickiest to handle. However, a common high blood pressure drug is helping to weaken leukemia’s defenses against chemotherapy. Researchers from the University of Missouri School of Medicine are using losartan in a new...

Common high blood pressure drug losartan boosts chemotherapy’s ability to beat leukemia

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Strokes are a leading cause of disability and death worldwide. Understanding why strokes occur can help in prevention and early intervention. While numerous factors can contribute to the onset of a stroke, five serious health conditions stand out as significant contributors. This article delves into these health conditions, exploring how they increase the risk of stroke and what can be done to manage these risks effectively. By understanding these conditions, individuals can take proactive steps to reduce their likelihood of experiencing a stroke and improve their overall health.

Why strokes occur due to 5 serious health conditions

Chicago, IL

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Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

New York City, NY

Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

McNuggets are one of McDonald’s most iconic items, and people have been speculating for a long time about how McDonald’s chicken nuggets are actually made and why they taste so good. There have been rumors circulating about McNuggets for over a decade, but we’re here to dispel the...

How McDonald’s chicken nuggets are actually made: Truth explained and rumors debunked

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There are certain zodiac signs that most people are careful with because of their fiery and low tolerance levels. You can hardly mess with individuals with such signs without getting a backlash. Whether they are in work environments or family settings, they do not hesitate to set boundaries and protect them.

5 Zodiac Signs You Don't Mess With

Virginia State

Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

Natural methods to boost CD4 levels may include supplementing certain vitamins, such as vitamin D. However, the quickest and most effective way to boost CD4 levels is to start antiretroviral therapy (ART). A CD4 count is a blood test that measures the number of infection-fighting CD4 T-lymphocytes (CD4) cells in...

Natural methods to boost someone’s CD4 count

Anxiety and fatigue can occur together. Anxiety can be a natural response to stress and is sometimes beneficial. However, having anxiety all the time can lead to symptoms such as persistent fatigue. While the link between anxiety and fatigue is not always clear, lifestyle changes, therapy, and medications can help...

What is the link between anxiety and fatigue?

Minimally processed, whole foods — including brightly colored fruits and vegetables, healthy fats, and lean proteins — may help relieve inflammation and other symptoms that lead to joint pain. Inflammation is a common cause of joint pain that may occur as a symptom of arthritis and other joint...

Which foods can help reduce or prevent joint pain?

California State

The HD Post

CALIFORNIA – Starting July 1, landlords will only be allowed to collect one month’s rent for the security deposit on a rental property. Assembly Bill 12, signed into law last October, says regardless of whether the residential property is unfurnished or furnished, only one month’s rent can be charged in addition to any rent for the first month paid on or before initial occupancy.

Law limiting security deposits goes into effect July 1

Pennsylvania State

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Bucks County Beacon

“Who sits there and thinks, with all the needs we have in America, of criminalizing the homeless?” wonders Pastor Robert Brown of Bristol’s Bible Evangelical Methodist Church after learning that the United States Supreme Court approved punishing those experiencing homelessness who have nowhere to sleep.

After SCOTUS OK’s Criminalization of Homelessness, Pennsylvania Democrats Plan Legislative Response to Protect Rights of the Unhoused

Denver, CO

David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Kentucky’s Community Actions Partnerships have announced the starts date for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Summer Subsidy, aimed at helping Kentucky households offset summer cooling costs.

LIHEAP Summer Subsidy program to help with summer cooling costs to begin enrollment July 16

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17 million US adults may no longer receive statin therapy for heart disease

Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease is linked to plaque buildup in blood vessels. It can increase the risk of serious cardiovascular events, such heart attack and stroke. Statins...

17 million US adults may no longer receive statin therapy for heart disease

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