Keeping one’s blood pressure levels in the normal range is important. Blood pressure that’s too high (hypertension) can cause severe headaches, blurred vision and may even lead to heart disease or stroke. And blood pressure that’s too low (hypotension) can cause symptoms like light-headedness, confusion and nausea. To prevent such issues, it’s essential to have […]
Poor dietary choices are often the foundation for high blood pressure, or hypertension, but a new study, published in the journal Hypertension, warns that other lifestyle factors shouldn’t be ignored either. The research found that women who sleep less than seven to eight hours at night are at a greater risk of developing a high […]
Introduction Kratom products are being increasingly used for the self-management of chronic pain, psychiatric conditions, as well as, as an opioid substitute for the management of opioid withdrawal.1–3 The estimated lifetime prevalence in the United States (US) ranges between 0.9% and 6.1% with higher penetrance among those with concurrent psychiatric and substance use-related conditions.3–6 The […]
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A global blood test for concussion could be a step closer after a Monash University-led study discovered specific proteins or biomarkers that can help diagnose concussions relatively quickly and accurately. Once approved, a blood test identifying these biomarkers could improve the diagnostic process of concussion following accidents, sport-related collisions, or other […]
This is the latest information on local infection rates in your neighbourhood from Covid this winter. Concerns have been rising over the new Pirola and Eris strains of the virus which are sweeping through the UK and have been described as highly mutated and also very transmissible. Our gadget which can be used below by […]
Covid cases have spiked 14 per cent in a week according to latest data as the country braces for what could be yet another tough winter for many. In the week leading up to September 23, cases rose by 1,472 as the weather turns colder but deaths with Covid on the death certificate have fallen. […]
Now and then, I electrify my audience with a suspense drama. These are not for the faint-hearted. Ghosts and gaslighting are often involved. The dramatis personae never varies: energy firms reliably play the role of the predator; sundry unwilling householders are cast as the terrified victims. Act I SR’s husband sets up a direct debit […]
Barley water can be quite beneficial for diabetics. (Image Credit: istock) Barley has made a major comeback in our lives. Also known as ‘jau’ in Hindi, this grain was quite popular during the olden days and is something that our grandparents used extensively in Indian food. Over the years, its usage has become quite low, […]
Researchers have found a way to determine whether someone has suffered a concussion by measuring the blood levels of three biomarkers within six hours of the injury. The blood test could be used alongside existing tests for a more accurate diagnosis of the condition and to aid management and recovery. Accurately diagnosing concussion, also called […]
There is a nationwide blood shortage, and the American Red Cross is pushing for more people to step up and donate. The Red Cross says blood donations save lives, and currently the amount of blood being collected is not meeting the need for transfusions. Red Cross Southern Maine Executive Director Steve Thomas says the end […]