Heart disease
Yoga Good for Patients with Abnormal Heart Rhythm, Study Suggests
| Charissa Echavez | | Mar 18, 2016 09:15 AM EDT |
A research by Swedish scientists suggests that practicing yoga can help improve patients who are suffering from an abnormal heart rhythm as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure level.
Modern Science Detects Disease in 400-Year-Old Embalmed Hearts
| Marie de Vera | | Dec 03, 2015 09:18 AM EST |
Archaeologist have discovered five heart-shaped urns made of lead which each contains an embalmed human heart in the foundation of a medieval convent in the French city of Rennes. Researchers used modern technology to study these old hearts, which have been buried for four centuries. It turns out three of them bore tell-tale signs of heart disease that are common today.
New York City's Next Food Fight: The Salt Wars
| Marie de Vera | | Dec 02, 2015 09:03 AM EST |
New York City is experiencing a new series of challenges implementing a new rule compelling every restaurant to give warnings about their dishes with high amounts of salt. This is the latest campaign battle to ensure public health safety in the fast food chains all over the city.
Drinking a Can of Energy Drink a Day Increases Risk of Heart Attack
| Emery Dennel | | Nov 11, 2015 07:03 AM EST |
In a study done by the American Heart Association, a mere can of energy drink can significantly increase the stress hormone levels of a person, thus increasing his or her risk of cardiovascular diseases. The research found that the finding is true for young and healthy adults.
One-Third of China's Young Male Smokers May Die From Smoking Related Disease
| Benjie Batanes | | Oct 09, 2015 08:00 AM EDT |
A health study published on Friday claims that one out of three Chinese male smokers in their 20s will likely die early from smoking related illnesses. Nonetheless, the researchers say that this gruesome statistic can be reversed if smokers can kick the deadly habit.
'Very Light' Smoking Can Still Put Women At Risk Of Having Heart Disease, Study Says
| Cecille Marie Gumban | | Jul 18, 2015 12:00 PM EDT |
Many young women tend to smoke ‘very lightly’ and use this as an excuse to reassure themselves that they’re not heavy smokers, according to a new study.
National Health and Family Planning Commission Says Chronic Disease Rises in China
| Krystine Antonio | | Jul 01, 2015 01:11 PM EDT |
There is currently a spike in the rate of patients getting chronic disease, according to a nationwide health survey.
Divorce Leads to Higher Risk of Heart Disease in Women
| Marco Foronda | | Apr 15, 2015 11:09 AM EDT |
Those who were divorced at some point had a higher heart attack risk than those who stayed married.
Eating Nuts Can Help Prolong Lives
| Marco Foronda | | Mar 03, 2015 10:55 AM EST |
They discovered that nut consumption was linked to a lower risk of premature death from heart disease and other causes.
Lighter Activities May Help Reduce Heart Disease Risk among Adults
| Marco Foronda | | Feb 19, 2015 08:13 AM EST |
The research team says even engaging in low-intensity activity may have heart benefits for seniors with mobility problems.
Genetics Plays a Big Role in Obesity, New Study Argues
| Marco Foronda | | Feb 14, 2015 08:43 AM EST |
The findings may help investigate why some individuals are more likely than others to gain weight.
FDA Approves New Heart Disease Test, Primarily for Black Women
| Kizha T. Trovillas | | Dec 16, 2014 07:02 AM EST |
The test can determine if the person is at risk of having a heart attack or stroke.
Scientists Trying to Simplify Blood Thinning Agent
| Marc Maligalig | | Oct 31, 2014 04:28 AM EDT |
The blood thinning activity of heparin generally needs another drug to reverse its effects .
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