Researchers have found that the recurrence of atrial fibrillation increases in patients who are overweight…
Month: November 2015
Poor air quality increases patients’ risk of heart attack
People with heart disease face an increased risk of a serious heart attack during poor…
Eating more homemade meals may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
People who mostly eat meals prepared at home may have a slightly lower risk of…
Taking public transportation instead of driving linked with better health
Commuting by public transportation is linked to a lower risk of having high blood pressure,…
Moving to a walking neighborhood is good for your blood pressure
People who moved from a neighborhood that required a vehicle to run errands to one…
The No. 1 killer is invisible to most women
Even though heart disease and stroke are the No. 1 killer of US women, few…
New Milestone in Cardiovascular Disease Management for People with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Cardiovascular disease deaths are declining in people who have been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis after…
Is treat-to-target really working for people with rheumatoid arthritis?
A new study shows that treating rheumatoid arthritis patients toward a target of remission or…
Body mass index may be a key to achieving sustained remission in early rheumatoid arthritis
Being overweight or obese can reduce the likelihood of achieving sustained remission of early rheumatoid…
Fractures Can Lead to Premature Death in Older People
A new study shows certain fractures due to osteoporosis can cause premature death in people…