HEALTH
Normal blood pressure increases life expectancy
According to a new research a normal blood pressure readings up to a late age (50 years) may add an [...]
Late menopause linked with longer life
A recent large study indicates that women who go through menopause later may have a somewhat longer life expectancy. The [...]
Arthritis patients are at increased risk of CAD (coronary artery disease)
According to a new study, rheumatoid arthritis patients are at higher risk for coronary artery disease as compared to people [...]
Obesity increases complication rates after joint surgery
A new study shows that any comorbidity (including obesity, hypertension and diabetes) increases the chances of complication rates for people [...]
Painkillers increase heart attack risk
A new study reports indicate that high doses of NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti Inflammatory Drugs) and COX-2 inhibitors significantly increases the [...]
Treating the side effects of bypass surgery
From the inception of cardiac bypass surgery, up to 25% patients have been plagued with a dangerous heart rhythm disorder [...]
Enlarged heart more common in blacks
Although recent studies have suggested that blacks compared with whites have an increased prevalence of left ventricular hypertrophy, it remains [...]
Blood test for screening of stroke risk
Recent advances in cardiovascular science indicate that inflammatory processes play an important role in the etiology of cardiovascular diseases. This [...]
Even low dose of aspirin raises clotting risk
According to a new study report, even very low dosage of aspirin taken regularly can increase the bleeding risk. The [...]
Excess stress can lead to unexplained cardiac arrest
A new study suggests that emotional stress may be a trigger of otherwise unexplained cases of cardiac arrest. The research [...]