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Biochemistry professor Carlos Fernandez-Patron and PhD candidate Hasan Sarker of the University of Alberta, Canada, have shed light on the role of fibrinogen in regulating the body's natural defense mechanisms.
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease. Researchers around the world have been trying for decades to find a way to fight this terrible disease, which affects more than 5.5 million people in the United States alone. Gregory Thatcher, profe...
People who have had a heart attack often think that their "normal" life is over and that they have only pills and various restrictions ahead of them. Is this true? And what can they expect after they leave the hospital?
Some people believe that if you exercise, avoid fatty foods, and drink red wine your heart will be healthy. Is this true? Let’s look at some of the myths about heart health.
Why is it important to know the ratio of "bad" and "good" cholesterol in the body? What is the atherogenicity index? Can a blood test help predict a heart attack? The answer to all of these questions can be found in the lipid profile.
Arrhythmia is a generic name for a variety of heart rhythm disorders, some of which can pose serious health risks. The good news is that today there are many control strategies ava...
What is difficult about taking a cholesterol test? You just need to get labs done and receive the result a day later. In general, the test works that way, yet there are nuances to understand.
Engineers at the University of California, San Diego have developed a powerful ultrasound sensor system for visualizing the heart, which works even during active movement.
People who regularly exercise and play sports do not wear various devices that read their heart rate just out of idle curiosity. By monitoring your heart rate you can not only prot...
You cannot use only dieting to normalize cholesterol levels, but you can lower them. If you are a lover of meat and swee...
Cholesterol… when people hear this word, they get goosebumps and their blood grows cold. Everyone believes cholesterol is very harmful, although few of us have a clear idea of what it actually is. Today we will try to disprove several myths...
According to international cardiac guidelines, one of the primary cholesterol-lowering measures is a dietary adjustment. What to eat and what not to eat? It is a question...
The heartbeat can increase for understandable reasons—during physical activity, in stressful situations, and because of...
Myocardial infarction is caused by a blockage in an artery leading to the heart. Factors that can lead to this include high cholesterol and blood pressure, smoking, being overweigh...
Age 40 is a critical age for men's health. What is the reason for this and is there a real cause for alarm?
"I have high cholesterol, do I need to take statins?" is a question that patients often ask their doctors. The answer is complex, so let’s explore it in detail.
A heart attack can happen unexpectedly at any age. Men aged over 45 and women after 55 years are at higher risk. So, how should you act if you witness a heart attack and want to help (without doing any harm)?
The quality of blood flow in our body affects everything about our wellbeing. This includes brain activity, the function...
Sometimes, when looking at the mirror in the morning, we see swelling under the eyes, more commonly known as “bags”. In...
Sharp pain in the sternum, choking, panic, and confusion: these heart attack signs are difficult to miss. However, the f...
"I got sick with Covid-19 and now I can hardly walk". "I am short of breath, even when going up to the second floor". “I cannot do any exercising”. "After I had coronavirus I am always in a bad mood". These and other complaints from almost...
There are a wide variety of Omega-3 forms and dosages available on the market, which can easily lead to confusion. Here is what you should consider when selecting the best one for you.
The American Heart Association presented the results of a study on the effectiveness of hormone replacement therapy and its impact on the heart health of postmenopausal women. The...
Organ transplants save thousands of lives every year, but organ donations are still a subject of debate for people. Let’s take a closer look at organ donation.
Some people can stay on the treadmill for an hour, while others experience shortness of breath after climbing a few flig...
