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Are Fish Oil Supplements Good for Heart Health?

If you have had a heart attack or stroke, fish oil supplements do little to protect you from having another one or dying from one.

Football and Brain Injuries: What You Need to Know

There are many hidden dangers of contact sports like football, but new rules emphasizing safety over entertainment may help to reduce risks.

Too Much Caffeine in Your Drink?

Caffeine is naturally found in chocolate, coffee, and tea. In moderation, caffeine does not pose a health risk. In fact, a Johns Hopkins’ study found that one or two cups of coffee (about 200 mg of caffeine) is shown to increase focus and memory. However, caffeine can be harmful in large quantities.

Will Acai Help Me Lose Weight?

Many sellers of health foods and supplements claim that the acai (AH-sah-EE) berry will help you lose weight. Dieters beware: these claims are false.

Do Patients in “High-Performing Hospitals” Live Longer?

A study of the survival rates of heart attack patients treated between 1994 and 2012 suggests that patients treated better in hospitals live longer than patients who are not treated as well. The researchers looked at short-term survival but also followed the patients for 17 years.