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Heart disease is a condition in which the coronary arteries, the major blood vessels that supply the heart with blood, get clogged up with deposits of cholesterol known as plaques. Before a heart attack, one of the plaques ruptures, causing a blood clot, and this may block the supply of blood to the heart, triggering

As the Federal Institute for drugs and medical devices (BfArM) currently (: 21. November 2019), are to warn currently, more fake batches of fake blood thinners in circulation. Caution: "The fake film-coated Tablets all of the above batches are similar in color, size and embossing of the Original", so, the BfArM. Which product is it?

Blood pressure is the pressure of blood in the arteries, the vessels that carry the blood from the heart to the brain and the rest of the body. A person needs a certain amount of pressure to get the blood moving around the body. Blood pressure naturally goes up and down throughout the day and

Two-thirds (68%) of Indigenous people living off reserve in Canada have excellent mental health, according to a nationally representative study conducted by the University of Toronto and Algoma University. “These findings underline the incredible strength and resiliency of Indigenous people. Most previous research has focused solely on deficits. In contrast, our findings show that despite

A heart attack is a potentially life-threatening event that occurs when the flow of blood to the heart is blocked. The blockage is usually the result of a buildup of fat, cholesterol and other substances, which form a plaque in the arteries that feed the heart (coronary arteries). The condition is strongly tied to unhealthy

Vitamin B12 is a crucial vitamin the body requires to operate efficiently. It helps to prevent a type of anaemia called megaloblastic anaemia that makes people tired and weak. Having a deficiency occurs when a lack of vitamin B12 or folate causes the body to produce abnormally large red blood cells that cannot function properly.

When comedian Gary Gulman was told to try ECT — electroconvulsive therapy — to treat his severe depression, he was scared. “It used to be called electroshock therapy, but they felt that wasn’t quite horrifying enough. ‘If we could underscore the writhing…’ ” he jokes in his new HBO documentary, The Great Depresh. But Gulman,

Cold and flu are common illnesses during this time of year, but while many people are quick to determine which one they have, there are some major differences which set the two apart. READ MORE Flu jab: How effective is the flu vaccine? When to get vaccinated The symptoms of a cold are listed by

E-cigarette use takes a serious toll on heart health—a big concern given the high prevalence of e-cigarettes and perception of e-cigarettes as a healthier alternative to traditional cigarettes, according to new research that will be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019—November 16-18 in Philadelphia. Researchers who conducted two separate studies report they

Shirley Ballas, 59, has had her breast implants removed, a decision she made in order to reduce her risk of developing breast cancer. Shirley, who has previously revealed her family’s history with the deadly disease, was warned by doctors that the implants can block the early signs of it being detected. Speaking before the operation,

Whereas her father may be known for his affinity for Diet Coke and fast food — a habit Melania Trump has reportedly been trying to get him to kick — Ivanka Trump’s diet couldn’t be more different.  The first daughter, who has been in the public eye long before Donald Trump entered the White House,

Ten people at a group care facility in Oklahoma were hospitalized after they were mistakenly injected with insulin instead of the flu shot. Eight of the people were patients at Jacquelyn House, a group home for adults with intellectual disabilities, and the other two were staff members. When the police arrived at Jacquelyn House they

With November comes Movember, putting the spotlight on men’s health, and UBC nursing professor John Oliffe has a few tips that can help ensure the success of men’s health programs. He recently led a study that reviewed community-based programs in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, U.K., the U.S. and other regions to see what worked and

A marriage between two love birds got off to a “strong” start when they deadlifted a barbell right after exchanging vows! Zeena Hernandez and Lisa Yang married in New York’s Prospect Park on September 28, and surprised their guests when a barbell loaded with 253-lb. weights was brought out in front of the altar. “We

Moms are incredible multitaskers, and runner Molly Waitz took that to another level when she ran the New York City Marathon on Sunday while pumping breast milk. The 27-year-old Waitz, a new mom to an eight-month-old boy named Bode, covered the 26.2 mile race course with a portable breast pump strapped to her chest. “I

Kim Kardashian West has some new fitness goals in mind. The KKW Beauty mogul and reality star, 39, hit the gym with her personal trainer, Melissa Alcantara, on Saturday evening, and revealed to fans that she is trying to lose some weight that she’s gained over the course of the last year. “So we’re doing a

Simon Cowell, 60, is a busy man being a successful talent manager and television producer, so much so, it’s surprise if he has any time to even sleep. But the arrival of his son Eric in 2014 led to the music mogul making some changes in his life. READ MORE Nicole Scherzinger health: X Factor

Joint pain can be caused by injury affecting any of the ligaments, bursae or tendons surrounding the joint. Injury could affect ligaments, cartilage and bones within the joint. Pain is also a feature of joint inflammation which could include arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. Joint pain is also referred to as arthralgia. When it comes

Teenagers don’t get enough sleep, and California’s effort to fix the problem may serve as a wake-up call to other states’ lawmakers. A law recently signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom that mandates later start times for most students—no earlier than 8 a.m. in middle school and 8:30 a.m. in high school—is the first statewide response

Christopher Lee was 15 years old when he was shot May 14, 2016, while on his bike outside his East Garfield Park home. Now 18, Lee was shot in the back, arm and chest, and was in the hospital for six days, where he had two surgeries in addition to staples and stitches. To this