Search Result For: cardiovascular events
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
Certain Arm Positions During Blood Pressure Checks May Lead to Inaccurate Results
New research shows that different arm positions can produce different blood pressure readings. Blood pressure readings taken when an arm is resting on a hard surface are slightly lower than when the arm is resting in a person's lap or hanging by their side.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
Eating Nothing But Sardines May Help You Lose Weight, But Experts Say It's a Bad Idea
A North Carolina woman says she lost 35 pounds after consuming only sardines and MCT oil for more than three months, but says she doesn’t call it a “diet.” Experts caution that limiting your diet to a single food for extended periods can have negative health effects.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
How Prioritizing Heart Health Could Lower Your Dementia Risk Later In Life
A new American Heart Association statement emphasizes the link between heart disease and cognitive decline. Prioritizing your heart health from childhood to midlife can help prevent dementia later in life.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues
Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle, according to a new study. Prolonged standing may increase the risk of circulatory diseases, such as varicose veins. Brief bouts of exercise or activity throughout the day is recommended to offset the effects of sitting.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
80% of Strokes Are Preventable. Here's How to Reduce Your Risk
New guidelines for stroke prevention from the American Stroke Association highlight unique risk factors for women and how social determinants of health impact stroke risk. The new recommendations emphasize the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
From Frozen Waffles to Costco Salmon: What to Know About Food Recalls
From frozen waffles and quarter pounders to Costco salmon and freeze dried meat, here's why it seems like there's an increasing number of food recalls in the US and what they reveal about food safety.