Monday, May 25, 2020

Cardiovascular Disease

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Aircraft Noise Vital to Elder's Heart Health
By Michelle Gil | Oct 09, 2013 11:44 AM EDT
The elderly might have to think twice before choosing where they want to live in regards to reducing their risk of developing cardiovascular diseases.
Divorce Can Seriously Harm Men's Health
By Christine Hsu | Oct 01, 2013 03:29 PM EDT
Divorced men are more likely to die early as well as suffer from depression and substance abuse, according to new research.
Study Questions Link Between Low Testosterone and Heart Disease
By Christine Hsu | Sep 24, 2013 04:08 PM EDT
Having low levels of testosterone may not significantly increase the risk of heart disease in men, a new study suggests.
Exposure to Moderate Arsenic Increases Heart Attack and Stroke Risks
By Cheri Cheng | Sep 24, 2013 11:38 AM EDT
Researchers report that moderate exposure to arsenic could increase heart attack and stroke risks.
People with Chronic Inflammation Are Less Likely to Age Healthily
By Cheri Cheng | Sep 16, 2013 12:08 PM EDT
Researchers found that adults with higher levels of interleukin-6, a biomarker for chronic inflammation, were less likely to age healthily.
Childhood Conscientiousness May Predict Future Health
By Christine Hsu | Aug 09, 2013 03:10 PM EDT
Kids who exhibit lower conscientiousness could experience worse overall health as adults, according to a new study.
Eating Nuts May Lengthen Lifespan
By Christine Hsu | Jul 17, 2013 02:11 PM EDT
Eating nuts may promote longevity, according to new research.
Report Reveals 6 Steps for Hospitals to Cut Heart Failure Readmissions
By Christine Hsu | Jul 16, 2013 05:21 PM EDT
A new report reveals six steps for hospitals to help prevent heart failure patients from being admitted to hospital again in the 30 days after they're discharged.
Quitting Smoking Cuts Heart Disease Risk for Older Women
By Christine Hsu | Jul 03, 2013 02:30 PM EDT
It really is never too late to quit smoking. A new study reveals that older women who quit smoking reduce their risk of heart disease, regardless of whether they had diabetes.
Preschool Eating Behaviors Linked to Heart Disease Risk
By Christine Hsu | Jun 17, 2013 12:06 PM EDT
Protecting the heart needs an early start. Numerous studies have found that unhealthy lifestyle in adulthood increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. However, a new study reveals that when it comes to preventing heart disease, diet and lifestyle in early life is just as important as diet and lifestyle in later life.
Low Vitamin D Intake Linked to HIgh Blood Pressure
By Christine Hsu | Jun 11, 2013 01:10 PM EDT
Not getting enough sun can put you at risk for hypertension, according to a new study. Scientists conducting the world's largest genetic study found a strong association between changes in a person's blood pressure and how much of the "sunshine vitamin" they get.
Drinking One Sugary Soda a Day Could Elevate Risk of Kidney Stones by 23 Percent
By Makini Brice | May 16, 2013 01:45 PM EDT
Sugar-sweetened beverages, like sodas and fruit punches, have been found to elevate the risk of kidney stones.
No Link Between Hysterectomies and Increased Risk for Heart Disease
By Cheri Cheng | May 14, 2013 03:41 PM EDT
Researchers found no link between hysterectomies and an increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
Owning a Pet Can Help Reduce Heart Disease Risk
By Christine Hsu | May 09, 2013 04:12 PM EDT
Having a pet could lower a person's risk of heart disease, according to heart experts.
Secondhand Smoke Harms Girls' Hearts More than Boys
By Christine Hsu | Apr 30, 2013 12:54 PM EDT
Secondhand smoke may pose a greater risk to teen girls than boys, according to a new study.

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Productive Practices to Employ in Your Everyday Life

Staying active, productive, and keeping your mind at work, is a great way of staying healthy and happy. This is particularly true during lockdown, when it can feel easy to slip into a rut of laziness, without any clear-cut schedule. But with monotony talking its toll and resulting in a serious lack of motivation for many, how do we keep on top of a consistent workflow and schedule? Stuck for inspiration on how to stay productive and pro-active during the self-isolation, and also generally in your everyday life going forward? Take a look at this short list that we’ve compiled, detailing some practices that you might want to try and employ where possible.