Prolonged sitting decreases brain blood flow and function, but just two minutes of this light form of exercise can offset the damage Taking shorter, more frequent breaks is the best remedy Fit & Well · Jan 26
How to Prepare Medically for a Winter Storm Bringing Ice and Extreme Cold Learn essential winter storm medical preparation strategies, including chronic illness management, medication storage, and emergency medical supplies for extreme cold health risks. Medical Daily · Jan 24
Pharmacies report widespread shortages of aspirin Long-term treatment with low-dose 75mg aspirin has an antiplatelet effect, meaning it can stop blood clots developing and help prevent heart attacks. Evening Standard · Jan 23
Heart disease deaths decrease but it’s still America’s most deadly condition Data reveals spike in coronary heart disease deaths related to the Covid-19 pandemic have eased, but lifestyle changes remain ‘essential’ The Independent UK · Jan 21
Emma Willis opens up on ‘terrifying’ heart diagnosis ahead of new Radio 2 gig The broadcaster unknowingly lived with the defect for 48 years The Independent UK · Jan 15
I’ve tried many heart rate monitors over the years, and only these 3 are worth the money Your smartwatch heart rate is good, but these are better T3 · Jan 14
LGB+ people in England and Wales ‘much’ more likely to die by suicide than straight people ONS analysis also shows LGB+ people more likely to die from drug overdoses and alcohol-related disease The Guardian - UK · Jan 13
Most US adults have risk factors attached to potentially fatal health syndrome, report says A survey found that only 12 per cent of Americans were aware of a potentially fatal heart disease The Independent UK · Jan 13
The Traitors star Amanda Collier reveals BBC show saved her life after uncovering serious condition Collier, 57, a former Detective Chief Inspector with the Metropolitan Police, was banished from the series last week Evening Standard · Jan 13
Omega 3 Benefits: How Fish Oil Supplements Power Heart Health, Brain Function, and Inflammation Reduction Learn about key omega 3 benefits from fish oil supplements, supporting heart and brain health plus inflammation reduction, with evidence-based guidance on dosage, safety, and daily use. Medical Daily · Jan 13
The Traitors medical check-up revealed ‘serious heart disease’, says contestant Amanda ‘I’m very, very grateful for the show,’ said the banished player The Independent UK · Jan 12
Chest Tightness Without Pain? Chest Tightness Causes Behind Breathing Discomfort And Anxiety Symptoms Explore chest tightness causes, breathing discomfort, and anxiety symptoms. Learn how doctors assess non-painful chest tightness and when to seek urgent medical care. Medical Daily · Jan 12
People put off giving CPR by unrealistic TV depictions, researchers say Most dramas show characters searching for pulse and giving breaths but experts say chest compressions on their own can save lives The Guardian - UK · Jan 12
Digested week: How potatoes dauphinoise took a chunk of my thumb … and with it my new year optimism Now I can truly face the year with the brutal honesty, courage and low expectations it needs The Guardian - UK · Jan 9
AAP · Jan 8 Aussie spider venom spawns heart attack and stroke drug Venom from a spider found on K'gari, formerly known as Fraser Island, has been used to develop a drug that prevents damage during heart attacks and strokes.
The Independent UK · Jan 7 Better sleep could add years to your life – and these are the simple habits that could help Sleeping for seven hours and going to bed within a one-hour window can slash risk of dying by 24 per cent, study finds
Evening Standard · Jan 7 How to cut down on salt - as it is found we are eating equivalent of 22 packs of crisps a day A charity is warning too much salt can have devastating consequences
Evening Standard · Jan 7 Retired HGV driver undergoes heart bypass using gene therapy to reduce risks The procedure aims to extend the lifespan of blood vessels used during the graft process in the surgery.
Tom’s Guide · Jan 6 No, we’re not joking — your calf muscles are called the ‘second heart,' here's why Your calf muscles are often referred to as the 'second heart' because they play a crucial role in pumping blood around the body and supporting cardiovascular health.
The Independent UK · Jan 6 Britons eating amount of salt equivalent to 155 packets of crisps each week, research finds Eating too much salt can lead to high blood pressure, which is linked to half of all heart attacks and strokes
The Guardian - UK · Jan 6 Adults in England eating as much salt a day as in 22 bags of crisps, study shows Campaigners call for action to make manufacturers reduce salt in food, which can contribute to high blood pressure and deaths
Woman & Home · Jan 3 Dr Amir Khan reveals 5 ways to lower cholesterol levels naturally as you can't do anything about 'family history, age, and genetics' Simple lifestyle changes can lower your risk of high cholesterol and keep your heart healthy, the doctor says
International Business Times UK · Jan 2 Trump Health Fears Grow As He Takes Quadruple Recommended Aspirin Dose To Get 'Nice, Thin' Blood Trump reveals he takes 325 mg of aspirin daily, four times the commonly advised dose, to keep 'thin blood,' sparking medical concern and renewed scrutiny of his health regimen.
The Guardian - UK · Jan 2 The perfect way to look after your health if you work shifts There are many knock-on effects of working nights or early mornings, and often employers could do more to protect staff. But there are small, simple changes that can make all the difference
The Guardian - UK · Jan 1 High blood pressure: who is at risk and why UK children are getting it Why it is so dangerous, how it is diagnosed and how to help prevent it