Welcome to the “Health” category, where we explore topics related to physical, mental, and emotional well-being. This section provides comprehensive information, advice, and resources to help you lead a healthier life. From nutrition and exercise tips to disease prevention and understanding the psychological and emotional aspects of health, our goal is to equip you with the knowledge you need to make informed health decisions. Join us in promoting a healthier lifestyle and enhancing your overall wellness.
The U.S. government announced Tuesday that it has concluded its investigation into an E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald’s Quarter Pounder hamburgers, stating that the threat to public safety has passed. The outbreak, initially reported on October 22, affected at least 104 individuals across 14 states, with 34 requiring hospitalization. One person in Colorado tragically […]
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Changes are on the horizon for the cold and cough medicine aisle at your local pharmacy. U.S. health officials are initiating the phase-out of phenylephrine, a widely used decongestant found in numerous over-the-counter remedies, after concluding it fails to effectively alleviate nasal congestion. Phenylephrine, a key ingredient in popular products like Sudafed and DayQuil, has […]
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Heart disease is a leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. But you can do a lot to protect your heart and stay healthy.
Heart-healthy living involves understanding your risk, making healthy choices, and taking steps to reduce your chances of getting heart disease, including coronary heart disease, the most common type. By taking preventive measures, you can lower your risk of developing heart disease that could lead to a heart attack. You can also improve your overall health and well-being.
Learn about the steps you can take to live a heart-healthy lifestyle.
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The first step toward heart health is understanding your risk of heart disease. Your risk depends on many factors, some of which are changeable and others that are not. Risk factors are conditions or habits that make a person more likely to develop a disease. These risk factors may be different for each person.
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Heart disease is a catch-all phrase for a variety of conditions that affect the heart’s structure and how it works. Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Coronary heart disease is a type of heart disease where the arteries of the heart cannot deliver enough oxygen-rich blood to the heart. […]
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