Flu cases have dropped by more than two-thirds in a fortnight and RSV continues to fall – but Covid deaths are starting to rise. Today’s report showed that 8,200 flu cases were detected in the first week of the new year, compared to 28,000 recorded two weeks ago. Flu-like illness hospitalizations also fell below levels … Read more
Six minutes of high-intensity exercise could extend the lifespan of a healthy brain, possibly delaying the onset of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, a new small study has found. The researchers found that short but intense cycles increased the production of a protein called brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF), which is essential for brain formation, learning and … Read more
A new study reveals that six minutes of high-intensity cycling could delay the onset of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease. File photo by Air Images/Shutterstock January 12 (UPI) — A new study reveals that six minutes of high-intensity cycling could delay the onset of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer’s disease and … Read more
On its own, and in moderation, a daily cup of coffee is usually not a cause for concern for your health. In fact, it may even help with weight loss and improved brain function, among other health benefits. However, the ingredients you add to your cup of coffee are another story. In fact, loading your … Read more
How old is YOUR heart? Take This Simple Test To Calculate Your Risk Of Heart Attack Or Stroke In The Next 10 Years Online calculator can determine risk of heart complications over next decade CardioSecur’s calculator uses risk factors and activity to give a heart age Heart disease is the leading cause of death in … Read more
It was the manicure from hell. When Grace Garcia decided to get a manicure in 2021, the mum-of-three had no idea the result would be a diagnosis of cancer. The San Gabriel, Calif., resident attempted to book an appointment at her usual salon in November 2021, but when everything was booked, she decided to try … Read more
EXACTLY RIGHT. A NUTRITIONIST HAS REALIZED PEOPLE IN THIS AREA OF THE MEDITERRANEAN REGION ARE THE HEALTHIEST. SO THIS DIET REALLY MIMICS WHAT THEY EAT. AND IT’S NOT REALLY A DIET IN THE SENSE OF YOU CAN ONLY EAT A CERTAIN NUMBER OF CALORIES OR YOU CANNOT EAT AT CERTAIN TIMES OR IN CERTAIN FOOD … Read more
Manicurist gave woman cancer under her fingernail, doctors say ANGELS – A woman was shocked to discover that she had developed cancer under her fingernail. Even more shocking, her doctor believes it was caused by a manicure. It was Thanksgiving 2021 and mother-of-three Grace Garcia had no idea a last-minute manicure would change her life. … Read more
Get up and move – those are doctor’s orders. The consequences of sitting too long have been exposed for years, but a recent study has found a simple way to combat the negative health effects of being sedentary. Just five minutes of light walking every half hour offsets some of the increased risks of sitting … Read more
The 33% drop in cancer mortality is “really amazing,” said Karen Knudsen, chief executive of the American Cancer Society. The report attributes this steady progress to improvements in cancer treatment, lower smoking and increased early detection. “New insights for prevention, early detection and treatment have led to real and significant gains in many of the … Read more