Heart health probably isn’t something you gave much thought to when you were younger, but if you’re 60 or older, it’s probably something you’ve started to prioritize. If not, you should start. The risks of cardiovascular disease, heart attack and stroke all increase with age. Cardiovascular disease remains the leading cause of death for adults … Read more
For those who have high blood pressure, taking a prescription drug can literally save lives. While medications are never a substitute for a healthy diet and lifestyle, scientific studies have shown how powerful blood pressure lowering medications can be. For example, according to a 2024 scientific study published in Cureustaking a blood pressure-lowering drug significantly … Read more
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s controversial vaccine advisory committee will reconvene later this week under a new chairman, federal officials announced Monday. Martin Kulldorff is leaving the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices to take a leadership role at the Department of Health and Human Services, officials said. Dr. Kirk … Read more