RACE MATTERS WHEN IT COMES TO BREAST CANCER GENES. Or does it? After performing a case-control study, researchers report no meaningful differences in the prevalence of abnormal breast cancer risk... Read More
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A Raynaud’s Survivor’s Guide
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
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