Category: Health Conditions

Could You Have a Heart Attack and Not Know It?

You may know more common signs of a heart attack, but there are subtle signs that may go unnoticed, leading to a risk of a more severe attack in the coming days. I’ll share some less common signs and what you can do to reduce your risk. Although there are several common symptoms of a…


Taking a Mental Health Day Can Be Good for You

When you’re feeling sick, you know it’s probably best to take the day off from work in order to recover and feel better. But while we may know how important it is to take care of our mental health, many of us may still hesitate to take time off work in order to do this….


What Is the Role of Internet and Violent Video Games in a Generation of Aggressive and Violent Youths

On July 4th, 2022, a man in Illinois took to the rooftop and fired rounds of bullets on the Independence Day parade participants, killing 5 people with 2 more dying later from their wounds and injuring even more. The man, soon identified by the police, is Robert Crimo III, aged 21. Robert Crimo III poses…


Psychoactive Drugs Often Linked to Mass Shootings

We do not know if Robert Crimo III, the confessed Highland Park Fourth of July parade shooter, was on psychoactive drugs when he murdered but we do know that police were called to his home for suicidal behavior and that he was remanded to the psychiatric system. Mass shooters in the U.S. tend to be…


Lower Blood Pressure Naturally With Medicinal Herbs and Spices

High blood pressure is a contributing cause of about 1,000 deaths a day – and one in every three American adults has the condition. About seven in 10 don’t realize it, putting them at risk for heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and kidney disease. About seven in 10 adults with high blood pressure use medication to…


People With Underactive Thyroid May Face Higher Dementia Risk

Older people with hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid, may be at increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. The risk of developing dementia is even higher for people whose condition required thyroid hormone replacement medication, the researchers report. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn’t make enough thyroid hormones, which can slow metabolism. Symptoms…


Did You Need That Hysterectomy?

While Cesarean delivery remains the most common surgical procedure among women of reproductive age, hysterectomy isn’t far behind, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. The second most common surgery for women of childbearing age, hysterectomy involves the surgical removal of the womb. It can be performed using three different techniques: vaginal, abdominal, and laparoscopic. According to…


5 Common Mistakes That May Be Making Your Skin Look Older

Dr. Audrey Kunin’s advice settles an age-old skin care argument once and for all: Should we use chemical exfoliators like glycolic acid or physical ones like terry cloth? Both are essential, she says, because skin cells are held together in two ways, making each method of exfoliation a necessary part of your routine. Dr. Kunin is…


A Stable Weight Might Contribute to a Stable Brain

New research suggests that older adults who maintain a steady weight as they age are less likely to experience cognitive decline. That means you don’t necessarily have to lose weight to stay sharp with age. Instead, try to stay around where you are. Previous research has shown that losing some weight, when done properly, is…


New Cases of Mental Disorders Emerged after Vaccination; 3 Natural Ways to Improve Symptoms

As of early July 2022, 66 percent of the world’s population has been vaccinated with the COVID-19 vaccines. Everything has its pros and cons, and vaccines are no exception. As more people are getting vaccinated, reports on adverse events and even side effects continues to emerge. So far, a total of 10 pieces of medical…