IS THERE HOPE FOR MY COLD HANDS (RAYNAUD’S)? New research pinpoints two genes that facilitate inappropriate blood vessel constriction. Today, we look at thawing the ice: A Raynaud’s survivor’s guide... Read More
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Ovarian Cancer Breakthrough
A recent study shows that an experimental blood test can distinguish pelvic cancer from benign masses with 91 percent accuracy. WE DO NOT HAVE A GOOD OVARIAN CANCER SCREENING TOOL.... Read More
Why I Stopped Taking Fish Oil
“As a preventive cardiologist, I tell my patients — that are taking fish oil to try to avoid heart disease — they can stop taking it because it’s not helping them. Their money would be better spent on something that will prevent a heart attack, like more fresh vegetables, their blood pressure or cholesterol medication, or a gym membership.”... Read More
Sleep and Blood Pressure
DO YOU GET ENOUGH SLEEP? A new study shows insufficient sleep and trouble sleeping are strongly associated with a higher risk of high blood pressure in women. This essay explores... Read More
Climb to Better Health
I TRY TO AVOID THE ELEVATOR AT WORK, preferring to climb a flight or two of stairs. A new study suggests that you can climb your way to better health.... Read More
How Exercise Drops Cancer Risk
The scientists checked the subjects’ cardio and respiratory fitness and tracked immune cells — natural killer cells and CD8+ T cells — in colon and blood tissues.... Read More