Women and men may receive different advice for heart disease prevention
(Beth Jo Jack/ Medical News Today) — The recommendations for heart health are fairly universal, but not everyone may receive the same guidance.
In fact, prior research, such as this 2020 study, suggests that healthcare professionals may treat women who’ve had a heart attack less aggressively …
Potentially dangerous chemicals found in many cosmetic products sold in Canada
(Jean-Benoit Legault/ CTV News) — A study involving a University of Montreal (UdeM) researcher has found that many cosmetic and personal care products available in Canada contain high levels of PFAS (Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances) that, in at least one case, far exceed Canadian regulations.
The research …
Warmer noses are better at fighting colds: study
(France 24.com) — Chilly weather and colds often go hand in hand. Reasons for this include people gather inside more in winter, and viruses survive better in low-humidity indoor air. But there has been less certainty about whether lower temperatures actually impair human immunity and, if so, how.
Now, a new study published …
Missing the signs of endometriosis—new guidance for clinicians
(University of Melbourne/ Medical Xpress) — Some cases of endometriosis in Australia are taking up to eight years to diagnose, according to new research published in the British Medical Journal (BMJ).
Endometriosis is a progressive, chronic condition where tissue that lines the uterus (the endometrium) grows …
Intermittent fasting may lead to disordered eating, study finds
(Jessica Norris/ Medical News Today) — Intermittent fasting (IF) is a popular diet trend among health and fitness enthusiasts, which involves not eating during planned intervals of time.
While intermittent fasting may offer some health benefits, researchers are still working to understand the full impact of this eating …
‘Intense’ flu season hits Canadian kids hard, landing more in hospital
(Amina Zafar/ CBC News) — Flu infections are raging among children and hospitalizing them across Canada, say pediatricians who are calling for urgent and longer-term solutions.
On the weekend, hospitals across the country were forced to scale back regular service to deal with a surge in influenza illnesses.
Doctors …
How to know if you have a genetic risk for Alzheimer’s
(Dana G. Smith/ New York Times) — The actor Chris Hemsworth announced last week that he’s taking a break from acting to focus on his health. The news came after Mr. Hemsworth learned through genetic testing that he has two copies of the APOE4 gene variant, which is associated with increased odds of developing Alzheimer’s …
Winter holidays are high time for heart attacks: protect yourself
(Cara Murez/ Healthday) — The winter holidays are a time of celebrating and sharing precious time with family and friends, but they can also be deadly: More people die of heart attacks on Christmas Day than on any other day of the year.
Experts aren’t certain what’s behind that troubling fact, but they offer …
Depression: what you need to know as you age
(Andrew Frank Angelino/ John Hopkins) — If you’re one of the more than 14.8 million American adults who experiences major depression, you may feel so bad that you can’t get out of bed, be around the people you love or participate in activities that you usually enjoy.
Actually, there are more than 50 different symptoms of major …