The American Heart Association reports that almost one out of every two adults over the age of 20 in the U.S. were diagnosed with some type of cardiovascular disease between 2013 and 2016. Altogether, 121.6 million people suffered from hypertension, coronary heart disease, heart failure, or stroke. When hypertension is excluded, the number of people […]
Belly Fat Raises Your Risk of Diabetic Kidney Disease
Having too much fat in your abdominal region can greatly increase your risk of developing many different types of medical problems, including type 2 diabetes, sleep apnea, colon cancer and cardiovascular disease. People who develop diabetes may suffer complications such as heart problems and blindness if they have excessive belly fat. A new study points […]
Walk After Eating to Lower Post-Meal Glucose Levels
Glucose is the body’s primary fuel source, however, when levels are constantly elevated, the body loses its ability to produce the right amount of insulin at the right time. Known as insulin resistance, the body is unable to respond as it should and therefore stores excess fat. Keeping your blood sugar under control is vital […]
All You Need to Know About Thyroid Nodule Ultrasounds
Although the majority of thyroid growths, or nodules, are benign and not cause for concern, once a nodule has been detected, a physician will want to gather additional information before proceeding with treatment recommendations. At this point, a thyroid ultrasound will be ordered to best determine a proper plan of action. A thyroid or parathyroid […]
Top 10 Questions About Sinusitis
Signs include a sniffle that lingers, persistently itchy eyes, the indomitable pressure that radiates throughout your entire head. It feels like a cold that has worn out its welcome, seeming to get worse, not better. If this describes your life for extended periods, it is likely that you suffer from sinusitis. What are the Sinuses? […]
New Test May Reduce Unnecessary Thyroid Cancer Surgeries
Thyroid cancer, which occurs when abnormal cells begin growing and reproducing on the thyroid gland, is on the rise. However, inaccurate diagnoses frequently lead to unnecessary surgeries. These surgical procedures may be avoided in the future thanks to an innovative new gene expression test. The thyroid gland, located in the neck, helps to regulate a […]