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Smoking harms the brain, raises dementia risk – but not if you quit
Jul 6, 2021
People who smoke are at much higher risk for a wide range of brain health problems, including dementia. But quitting can level the field.
Jul 6, 2021
People who smoke are at much higher risk for a wide range of brain health problems, including dementia. But quitting can level the field.
Jul 1, 2021
Andrea Engfer developed preeclampsia late in pregnancy, leading to an early birth of her daughter, Emma. Less than a week later, Andrea had a stroke.
Jul 1, 2021
Lycopene and citrulline are just two of the nutrients that make watermelon a healthy summertime treat.
Jun 30, 2021
The outcomes for women who develop heart failure from breast cancer treatment appear to be better than those with heart failure from other causes, new research shows.
Jun 30, 2021
A food desert in Washington state is being transformed by the nonprofit Living Well Kent, with the help of immigrant farmers, one vegetable at a time.
Jun 29, 2021
The success of the COVID-19 vaccine has allowed us to hug again, and experts say that's a healthy development.
Jun 28, 2021
People with high-deductible health plans are less likely than those with low deductibles to head to the emergency room for chest pain, new research shows.
Jun 28, 2021
When Dr. David Watlington learned he had high blood pressure, he took medicine and changed his diet. He made progress quickly, yet not in time to prevent a heart attack.
Jun 25, 2021
Assistant Secretary for Health Dr. Rachel Levine, the first openly transgender official confirmed by the Senate, is using the attention she’s drawn to spotlight a range of health issues.
Jun 24, 2021
Former college soccer player Jesse Shea was in the best shape of his life when he had a stroke. After months of relearning to walk and talk, he ran a half-marathon.
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