Cardiology
She was being treated for her lungs, but the problem was her heart
New Year's Eve 2018 was no party for Maria Philippon.
Jul 25, 2022
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Medical research
Overly restrictive salt intake may worsen outcomes for common form of heart failure
Restricting salt intake is considered a key component of heart failure treatment, but restricting it too much may actually worsen the outcomes for people with a common form of the condition, suggests research published online ...
Jul 18, 2022
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Medical research
Y chromosome loss through aging can lead to an increased risk of heart failure and death from cardiovascular disease
The Y chromosome can be lost through the process of aging, and this can lead to an increased risk of heart failure and cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study my colleagues and I published in the journal Science.
Jul 15, 2022
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Neuroscience
Seizures may increase dementia risk for young stroke survivors
Young stroke patients who have a seizure following their diagnosis are two and a half times more likely to develop dementia than patients who don't experience seizures, according to a new study by Penn State College of Medicine ...
Jul 15, 2022
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Surgery
Q and A: Nasal implants
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: My nose always feels stuffed up, and I have a hard time breathing through my nose. It is especially bad at night when I lie down. I thought it was because of allergies, but medications do not help. The condition ...
Jul 8, 2022
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Health
More evidence Uber, Lyft are reducing drunk driving crashes
Using ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft can reduce the number of impaired drivers on the roads, potentially leading to fewer alcohol-related crashes, a new research review confirms.
Jun 28, 2022
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Medical economics
Hospitalization at home? Some Illinois hospitals are giving it a try
Struggling to breathe, Patty Cowick knew she had to head to the emergency room at Blessing Hospital in Quincy, Illinois, in May.
Jun 9, 2022
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
COVID-19 in babies: What to expect
Parents are understandably worried about what would happen if their infant caught COVID-19. Babies may be considered vulnerable due to immature immune systems, and are also not eligible for most of the treatments and vaccinations ...
May 26, 2022
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Immunology
Mayo Clinic Q and A: Springtime allergies
DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I love the changing seasons and am looking forward to the warmer days of spring. Unfortunately, I am often miserable because of seasonal allergies. What can I do to keep the box of tissues at bay and enjoy ...
May 13, 2022
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Medical research
Researchers rethink the role of paramedics in the health system
As a paramedic, University of Toronto alumnus Amir Allana routinely responds to a wide range of calls—from people suffering a heart attack or stroke to those experiencing mental health issues and addiction.
Apr 26, 2022
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