Authors of a recent study have found that women who can exercise at a higher intensity during a heart stress test are less likely to die from heart disease, cancer, and other causes. These findings are similar to other research that look at the impact of fitness level on the risk of dying from these kinds of conditions.
The Nation Goes Red in February, which is designated as American Heart Month, the nation comes together, igniting a wave of red from coast to coast. From landmarks to news anchors and neighborhoods to online communities; this annual groundswell unites millions of people for a common goal: the eradication of heart disease and stroke.
Recently, a published study has concluded that there are lifestyle factors that can increase your odds of reaching an older age without chronic health issues.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have announced two new cases of novel coronavirus in the United States, bringing the total to five across four states.
There are many choices in the dietary supplement market — an overwhelming number of companies selling a dizzying array of products, all promising results. As a health care practitioner making recommendations to patients, doctors feel a responsibility to sort through those options and find the best products to support health. With the wide availability of nutritional supplements, it can be extremely challenging to pick a high quality product along with the proper dosage.
A breast lump or mass is just one of the possible signs of breast cancer. Breast cancer can cause several additional changes to the skin on and around the breast.
Dr. Teresa Saris of Total Access Medical answers questions regarding colorectal cancer. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania and Hahnemann University Medical School, Dr. Saris has been in practice and board certified in Internal Medicine since 1991.
Osteoporosis is a condition characterized by impaired bone density, which causes them to become brittle and fragile. It affects millions of people around the world, and it is not possible to change some of the primary risk factors, such as aging. However, more and more environmental risk factors are coming to light, and air pollution appears to be one of them.
Carcinogens in drinking water could be the cause of more than 100,000 cases of cancer in the United States, according to a recent study.
