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The Sooner Type 2 Diabetes Arrives, the Worse for Your Heart
FRIDAY, Feb. 23, 2018 -- A type 2 diabetes diagnosis that comes early in life carries a deadly load of health risks, new research shows.
It was associated with a 60 percent higher relative risk of dying from heart disease or stroke. Not only that,...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - February 23, 2018 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Fish Oil Supplements May Not Help Your Heart: Study
THURSDAY, Feb. 1, 2018 -- Claims that fish oil supplements help prevent death from heart disease, heart attacks and stroke may be unfounded, British research suggests.
Millions of people take fish oil supplements, hoping to benefit from the omega-3...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - February 1, 2018 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Only Smoke 1 Cigarette a Day? It Can Still Kill You
THURSDAY, Jan. 25, 2018 -- If you think having just one cigarette a day won ' t do any harm, you ' re wrong.
British researchers say lighting up just once a day was linked to a much higher risk of heart disease and stroke than might be expected.
The...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - January 25, 2018 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Early Periods, Higher Heart Risks?
TUESDAY, Jan. 16, 2018 -- Women whose periods started before age 12 may face an increased risk for heart disease and stroke, a new British study suggests.
Early menopause, pregnancy complications and hysterectomy are also associated with a higher...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - January 16, 2018 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Health Tip: Eat Less Salt
-- Eating less salt could help you avoid heart disease or stroke.
The U.S. Office on Women ' s Health suggests how to cut the amount of salt in your diet:
Eat fewer processed foods.
Check the sodium content on the product ' s nutrition facts label....
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - December 19, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Health Tip: 11 Harmful Effects of Smoking
-- Everyone knows that smoking is dangerous, increasing the risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease and stroke.
According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, it may cause many other health problems among women:
Decreased bone density...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - December 6, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Health Tip: Stop Smoking
-- While the harmful effects of smoking are well-documented, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reminds us of the benefits of quitting:
Reduced risk of lung cancer and other types of cancer.
Lowered risk of heart disease and stroke...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - November 6, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Heart Disease, Stroke Cutting Black Lives Short
MONDAY, Oct. 23, 2017 -- Black Americans have a shorter life expectancy than whites, and higher rates of heart disease and stroke may be a major reason why, a new American Heart Association statement suggests.
In recent years, life expectancy for...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - October 23, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Is Shingles Tied to Heart, Stroke Risk?
TUESDAY, July 4, 2017 -- Shingles may be tied to an increased risk for heart disease, a new study suggests.
About one-third of Americans will develop shingles in their lifetime. The painful skin rash can occur in anyone who ' s had chickenpox, and...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - July 4, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Some Prostate Drugs May Do Harm
THURSDAY, June 29, 2017 -- Popular hormone-based drugs for treating an enlarged prostate could increase men ' s risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease or stroke, a new study suggests.
A group of German men taking the drug Avodart (dutasteride) for...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - June 29, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Are You at Risk for Metabolic Syndrome?
THURSDAY, June 15, 2017 -- Scientists have identified a group of specific factors that increase your risk for heart disease, stroke, and diabetes, all of which are severe health threats.
The name for these risk factors is metabolic syndrome. Think...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - June 15, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Meds Rooted in Ancient China May Help Heart: Review
MONDAY, June 12, 2017 -- Traditional Chinese herbal medications might have a role to play in treating or preventing heart disease in the West, a research review suggests.
Heart disease and stroke remain major killers worldwide, accounting for 17.3...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - June 12, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
The Whole Truth About Whole Fruits
WEDNESDAY, May 31, 2017 -- Fresh fruits are loaded with fiber, antioxidants and other great nutrients. And studies show that eating fruit whole gives you the most of this food group ' s potential benefits, like helping to prevent heart disease, stroke...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - May 31, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Health Tip: Know Your Risk for Obesity
-- Obesity is linked to an increased risk for heart disease, stroke and high blood pressure, among other chronic diseases and conditions.
While your diet plays an important part in your risk of becoming obese, it isn ' t the only factor. The U.S....
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - May 31, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
Sleepless Nights Could Pose Heart Risk Dangers
WEDNESDAY, May 24, 2017 -- Getting less than six hours of sleep a night may double the odds of dying from heart disease or stroke for people who already have risk factors for heart disease and diabetes, new research suggests.
Known as metabolic...
Source: Drugs.com - Daily MedNews - May 24, 2017 Category: General Medicine Source Type: news
