Stroke December 10, 2015 Second language linked to better brain function after stroke People who speak two languages are twice as likely as those who only speak one to regain normal cognitive function after a stroke, according to a new study.
Women's Health December 4, 2015 Those who suffer from severe PMS may face future health problems Women who suffer from moderate to severe premenstrual syndrome (PMS) appear to be at greater risk of having high blood pressure later in life, report researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst in the American Journal of Epidemiology.
Infertility December 3, 2015 Maternal mortality declining but still above goal Maternal mortality rates have dropped substantially over the past quarter century but still are not declining fast enough to meet ambitious international goals for eradicating deaths during childbirth, a recent study suggests.
NERVOUS SYSTEM HEALTH November 20, 2015 Music not just good for the soul, it's also good for the body Music isn't just good for the soul, it's also good for helping the body heal after surgery, a research review suggests.
Pregnancy November 12, 2015 Soy might benefit women with pregnancy diabetes Consuming soy protein during pregnancy may help women with gestational diabetes control their blood sugar and cholesterol levels, according to a small study.
High Blood Pressure November 11, 2015 The 1 trick to help you get a more accurate reading of your blood pressure People who have high blood pressure are often advised to monitor their blood pressure at home, and now, a new study suggests that blood pressure measured in the morning may be a better predictor of stroke risk than blood pressure measured in the evening.
High Blood Pressure November 10, 2015 How low to go: Details emerge on big blood pressure study Details were revealed Monday from a landmark federal study that challenges decades of thinking on blood pressure, giving a clearer picture of plusses and minuses of more aggressive treatment.
Pregnancy November 9, 2015 Hypertension in pregnancy linked to future heart disease Women who develop high blood pressure or gestational diabetes during pregnancy may face a greater risk of having these conditions again later in life, a study suggests.
DIABETES November 6, 2015 Feast after famine linked to diabetes boom in China Rising diabetes rates among middle-aged and elderly adults in China may be tied to their exposure to famine early in life followed by a rapid surge in economic development, a recent study suggests.
Men's Health October 30, 2015 Sleep apnea tied to gout flares Sleep apnea may increase the risk of developing gout and experiencing flare-ups, according to a new study.
Circulation Issues October 28, 2015 FDA panel backs Daiichi's blood thinner A panel of advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration voted 9-1 in favor of approving Japanese drugmaker Daiichi Sankyo Co's blood thinner for use in some patients with atrial fibrillation.
