Columbus, OH

GOTHENBURG, Sweden — Imagine if you could assess your risk of heart disease from the comfort of your own home — without expensive tests or doctor visits. This may soon be possible, thanks to an innovative self-report tool developed by researchers in Sweden. Heart disease remains one of...

Simple at-home test reveals heart attack risk in 5 minutes

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COMMON painkillers could be costing the NHS millions - as they can trigger heart attacks, strokes, kidney damage and dangerous bleeds in high risk patients. Researchers estimated that prescribing certain pain-relieving drugs to people at high risk of harm from them will cost NHS England around £31million over 10 years.

Common painkillers can trigger heart attacks, strokes and deadly bleeds – are you at risk?

University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have identified a potential treatment for the respiratory symptoms of long COVID after discovering an unknown cause of the condition inside the lungs. The UVA researchers, led by Jie Sun, PhD, found that COVID-19 infection can cause sweeping changes in immune cells inside...

Arthritis drugs may relieve long COVID lung symptoms

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Plus the difference between heart attack symptoms for men and women.

Why is arm pain a common heart attack symptom? Here’s what you should know

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Researchers analyzed 7,266 men and women with an average age of 67 years for the study.
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Women with high blood pressure more likely to suffer migraines: study

Alcohol consumption, especially heavy drinking, can increase your risk of heart attack. Drinking may immediately increase the risk for a heart attack, and over time, alcohol contributes to heart disease in women and men, increasing the risk of a heart attack. Heavy drinking is especially dangerous: One study found that binge drinkers are 72% more likely to have a heart attack than people who don’t binge drink.

Can Alcohol Cause a Heart Attack?

A study published in Neurology finds that high diastolic blood pressure slightly increases the odds of migraines in women. The research involved 7,266 participants and showed no similar risk for systolic blood pressure or male participants. These findings suggest small blood vessel function might be linked to migraines. Link Between...

Is Your Blood Pressure to Blame for Your Migraines?

The lightning-fast development of COVID-19 vaccines just months after the virus appeared was a triumph of modern science and saved millions of lives. But for all the good they did in reducing illnesses and deaths, the shots were unable to end the pandemic because of one notable weakness: They couldn’t stop the spread of the virus.

Nasal COVID-19 vaccine halts transmission

Study shows patients 80 years and older with atrial fibrillation treated with a lower dose of edoxaban experienced fewer major gastrointestinal bleeding events for each additional ischemic stroke. Patients aged 80 years and above with atrial fibrillation (AF) may gain a benefit from treatment with lower-dose anticoagulants regardless of existing...

Phase III Trial Shows Older Patients with Atrial Fibrillation May Benefit From Lower-Dose Anticoagulants

For decades, sodium restriction has been a cornerstone in the management of heart failure, driven by the belief that reducing salt intake helps control fluid retention and improve outcomes. Heart failure is marked by the activation of the renin-angiotensin and noradrenergic systems, leading to fluid retention. Consequently, limiting sodium intake has been seen as a way to mitigate these effects and reduce edema and other complications associated with heart failure.

Salt restriction in heart failure

Hearing that your heart is enlarged can be terrifying…but it doesn’t have to be. Many people with enlarged hearts can stabilize their health through medication, lifestyle changes and sometimes surgery, says cardiologist Jie Yang, MD. Understanding this condition will help you and your doctor decide on an appropriate treatment plan.

Enlarged Heart: Symptoms and Causes

Findings suggests a connection between peripapillary vascular density and disease severity among patients with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome. Photo: Getty Images. Click image to enlarge. A recently published study found that patients with obstructive sleep apnea-hypopnea syndrome (OSAS) showed reduced peripapillary vascular density. Based on these results, the researchers propose...

Optic Nerve Blood Flow Altered in Patients with Sleep Disorder, Study Finds

New York City, NY

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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

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Medically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DOMedically reviewed by Steffini Stalos, DOBlood thinners are a class of medications that help prevent the formation of blood clots in the blood vessels. Your healthcare provider may prescribe blood thinners to treat or lower the risk of developing blood clots (also known as coagulation). Blood thinners can also be prescribed to treat or prevent other conditions, including atrial fibrillation (a type of irregular heartbeat), stroke, and heart attack.Certain dietary supplements and foods have effects similar to blood thinners, potentially providing a more natural option to prevent and treat blood clots. Examples of natural blood...

What To Know about Natural Blood Thinners

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Apex, NC

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Apex, NC Ranks High on "Most Livable Small Cities" List. The Raleigh suburb of Apex has been recognized as one of the most livable small cities in the United States, ranking No. 7 on SmartAsset's nationwide list published on July 11.

North Carolina town ranks as one of nation’s best small cities to call home. Why it’s special

Arizona State

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According to the Arizona Weatherman, on Thursday, 25 July 2024, there will be a similar pattern to yesterday's monsoon thunderstorm track. Storms will initially develop on the Mogollon Rim after 12 p.m. and move southward over the afternoon and evening hours. There is a high likelihood of severe thunderstorms today in some of this convective activity.

Intense thunderstorms to bring strong winds, hail, and flooding to Arizona today

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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

Verywell Health

A recent study found people with carpal tunnel syndrome tend to develop cardiac amyloidosis, also known as “stiff heart syndrome,” about 10 to 15 years later. Experts say the presence of carpal tunnel syndrome may be an early warning sign for cardiac amyloidosis, as amyloid deposits can affect both the wrist’s connective tissue and the heart.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome May Triple Your Risk of Developing Stiff Heart Syndrome

Younger adults (aged 20 – 40 years) with OSA were 3 times more likely to experience any type of CVD event than those without OSA. Young adults aged 20 – 40 years with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have greater cardiovascular disease (CVD) rates than adults with OSA who are > 40 years old, a new study found.1.

Cardiovascular Disease Rate is Greater in Younger Than Older Adults with OSA

Chicago, IL

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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?

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​​​​​​​Incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination, finds study of 46 million adults

A new study, published today in Nature Communications and involving nearly the whole adult population of England, has found that the incidence of heart attacks and...

​​​​​​​Incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination, finds study of 46 million adults

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Incidence of heart attacks and strokes was lower after COVID-19 vaccination, finds study of 46 million adults