What is hypertension? Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can be challenging since you may not even realise you have it, which is why it is commonly known as the “silent killer. High blood pressure can harm our bodies, including our kidneys. Kidneys […]
Story Links Aztecs for Life Blood Drive (Courtesy of American Red Cross Southern California Region) SAN DIEGO — For the seventh consecutive year, San Diego State University (SDSU) and the American Red Cross are teaming up to help hospital patients through the Aztecs for Life Blood Drive. The San Diego community is invited to join […]
Coronation Street SPOILER: Tim Metcalf emerges from his car covered in blood and bruises after getting attacked by serial killer Stephen Reid – will he be the next victim? By Lily Jobson For Mailonline Published: 06:10 EDT, 2 October 2023 | Updated: 06:42 EDT, 2 October 2023
A study to gather vital data on COVID-19 this winter has been launched by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The Winter COVID-19 Infection Study (WCIS) will run from November 2023 to March 2024, involving up to 200,000 participants. UKHSA previously commissioned the Coronavirus Infection Survey (CIS), carried […]
Morgan Chamberlain is a supplement editor at mindbodygreen. She graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Science degree in magazine journalism and a minor in nutrition. Chamberlain believes in taking small steps to improve your well-being—whether that means eating more plant-based foods, checking in with a therapist weekly, or spending quality time with your […]
MRR officials began sponsoring the blood drive in 1986 and have held it annually on the day after the road race. MANCHESTER, Connecticut — Join the Manchester Road Race (MRR) and American Red Cross for one of Connecticut’s largest single-day blood donation efforts this November. The 37th Annual Ray Crothers Blood Drive will be held […]
By Ellen Coughlan For Mailonline Published: 05:38 EDT, 2 October 2023 | Updated: 05:56 EDT, 2 October 2023
A leading cause of birth defects is a virus that many expectant parents have never heard about. That may change soon thanks to the advocacy of parents whose children suffered birth defects due the common virus: they’ve made a breakthrough this week, securing screenings within hours of birth for newborn babies. Cytomegalovirus, or CMV, infects […]
Share on PinterestWegovy is a semaglutide drug prescribed for weight loss and blood sugar level managment. UCG/Getty Images New research demonstrates the long-term effectiveness of injectable semaglutide (Ozempic and Wegovy) at improving blood sugar control and weight loss in people with type 2 diabetes. There’s also promising news surrounding tirzepatide (Mounjaro) when it comes to […]
Cardiovascular health refers to the wellbeing of the heart and blood vessels. Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) are illnesses that attack the heart and blood vessels and include coronary heart disease, stroke, rheumatic heart disease and other conditions. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), they are the leading cause of death globally, taking an estimated 17.9 […]