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Stress, insomnia linked to irregular heart rhythms in post-menopausal women, study says
New research, published Wednesday in the Journal of the American Heart Association, finds about 1 in 4 women -- between the ages of 50 and 79 -- develop irregular heart rhythms due…
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Rates of vasectomies rise among American men
The U.S. vasectomy rate increased by 26% between 2014 and 2021, according to an analysis of commercial health claims data. Photo by Chokniti Khongchum/Pixabay…
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Statins may lower risk of another stroke after ‘bleeding’ stroke
A recent study found that statin use was associated with a 12% lower risk of another stroke after the authors made adjustments for high blood pressure, diabetes and alcohol use.…
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U. of Virginia clinical trial eyes behavior modification to treat Type 2 diabetes
A new study by the University of Virginia is seeking to determine if education would be a better way to treat Type 2 diabetes instead of insulin and other drugs. File Photo by Steve…
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Study finds telling symptoms day before cardiac arrest
For women, the most prominent symptom of an impending sudden cardiac arrest is shortness of breath for men, it is chest pain and pressure, a new study found. Photo by F.…
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Mental health disorders can affect physical health, experts say
1 of 5 | People with mental health disorders can reduce their risk for physical diseases by eating a healthy diet and exercising, among other steps, according to…
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Female surgeons outperform men on patient outcomes, studies show
Two new studies show that if patients want safe, effective long-term results, picking a female surgeon might be key. Photo by Engin Akyurt/Pixabay The field of surgery…
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Over-the-counter Narcan to hit drugstore shelves next week
People who want to carry Narcan, the nasal spray version of naloxone, will be able to find it at Walgreens, Rite Aid, Walmart and CVS for a suggested retail price of $44.99 for a…
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Lifestyle changes may preserve testosterone levels as men age
Researchers found a wide range of factors contribute to a decline in testosterone after age 70. These included heart disease, smoking history, cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure,…
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Keeping weight stable may improve longevity for women
Older women with a more stable weight were 1.2 to 2 times more likely to live to advanced ages than those who lost 5% or more of their weight, a new study showed. Photo courtesy of…
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