Low and very high levels of HDL, or “good cholesterol” are associated with a higher risk of dying from heart disease, cancer and other cau...
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Senescent cells, atherosclerosis progression appear to be linked
Atherosclerosis is a disease in which arteries narrow due to plaques. That narrowing can lead to heart attacks and strokes both of which are leading c...
Lack of benefit of cranberry in reducing UTI among older women: JAMA Study
Among older women residing in nursing homes, administration of cranberry capsules compared with placebo resulted in no significant difference in prese...
Male birth control shots prevent pregnancy: Study
Men can take birth control shots to prevent pregnancy in their female partners, according to a new study published in the Endocrine Society’s Jo...
AHA releases Statement for healthcare providers to translate nutrition recommendations into practical food choices
Statement Highlights Healthcare providers should counsel people about how to eat a heart-healthy diet taking their ethnic, cultural and personal prefe...
Iron deficiency anemia in ulcerative colitis: Many patients dont get testing, treatment
Many patients with ulcerative colitis don't receive recommended testing and treatment for the common problem of iron deficiency anemia, reports a new ...
Indian salt intake twice the WHO recommended mark
Kolkata : The average salt intake in India is double that of the WHO recommended maximum consumption level of 5 gm/day, a study said. Researchers at t...
AIDS patient Zero: Myth or Reality
A combination of historical and genetic research reveals the error and hype that led to the coining of the term ‘Patient Zero’ and the bla...
N-acetylcysteine may help prevent age related health problems
New York : N-acetylcysteine or NAC, which is already used in high doses in medical detoxification emergencies, may help prevent many age-related healt...
Old blood as good as new for transfusion: study
Toronto : Using fresh blood for transfusions may not boost patient survival, according to a new study which contradicts the common perception that sto...
