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Wash Your Sheets Regularly to Avoid These Health Hazards
Nothing is better for a person’s mental health than a good night of sleep. It is the body’s natural reset, the turn it off and turn it back on of everyday life. These sleeps are important to a person’s mental health, but can have strong impacts on other aspects of our health. The bed is […]
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Do You Know How Secure Your Health or Fitness App Is?
Studies have shown that tracking your daily activity and health progress increases energy levels, decreases stress, and lowers blood pressure. In addition, due to mobile technology innovations, mobile health apps have become more accessible. Statista data indicates that the Apple App Store and Google Play Store have 99,366 mHealth apps for Android and iPhone users. […]
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How To Make Sense Of Your Lab Test Results
Awaiting medical test results can be unnerving, especially if you don’t understand exactly what the tests mean or what the seemingly arbitrary numbers indicate. And things can get a lot more confusing if specialized labs are being run. Always ask questions of the ordering physician or nurses to ensure you understand what is being done […]
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High Blood Pressure in Midlife: Risk of Dementia Different for Men and Women
Studies have shown that high blood pressure in midlife increases the risk of dementia later in life. What has not been clear is whether this risk differs for men and women. Studies show that women with high blood pressure in midlife are more likely than men to develop dementia later on. Dementia is more likely […]
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The Impact If Medicare Eligibility Is Lowered to Age 60
A major topic of discussion among the political candidates is lowering Medicare eligibility to age 60. The idea behind this proposal is that it would save taxpayers money by reducing the amount that needs to be spent on healthcare for those over age 65. However, there are several concerns about lowering Medicare eligibility from 65 […]
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5 Lifestyle Changes That Can Help Prevent A Second Stroke
A stroke can be a life-changing experience. If you are a stroke survivor, then it is important for you to take the steps that are necessary for preventing a second one. You need to work with your doctor to prevent a second stroke. Managing chronic conditions, such as atrial fibrillation and high blood pressure, can […]
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Benefits to Walking on an Incline
When you are struggling to clock in your daily cardio, it’s not a must. You do sprints and long-distance runs. Brisk walks can also prove effective in boosting your health and is far gentler on your joints. Additionally, if you want to add some more twists to the strolls, cardiologists insist on cranking up the […]
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You May be Suffering from Chronic Kidney Disease without Knowing – Here is Why
According to the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) affects around 15% of the adult population in the United States. Out of these people, up to one in seven people do not know they suffer from the disease. Two out of five do not know that they suffer from serious CKD. […]
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One Year of Isolation: Social Anxiety on the Rise
The idea of normal seems like another galaxy far away after a year of the pandemic. As more people get vaccinated against COVID-19, “normal” begins to creep back into our everyday lives as our schedules start to fill. If going back to your old life filled with people and places seems a little scary, you’re […]
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Air Hand Dryers Can Spread More Germs Than Paper Towels
Entering a clean restroom with a sparkling floor and a pleasant scent is everyone’s wish. However, even spotless washrooms still spread germs. This is because most people regularly overlook the procedure of hand drying. Some of the hand dryers that are often used in washrooms include air dryers and paper dryers. A recent study shows […]
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