Do females under 21 need pap smears? Should a patient with lower-back pain get an MRI? You might be surprised that the answer is usually NO.
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Do Vitamin D Supplements Prevent Health Problems? What the Research Says
Do vitamin D supplements prevent health problems? Research is examining whether taking vitamin D can help to prevent cancer, heart problems, or Alzheimer’s.
Read More »Will Cardiac Stents Save Your Life? Bypass Surgery? Or are Medication and Lifestyle Improvements Just as Effective?
Heart bypass surgery and stents are no better at preventing heart attacks and death in patients with stable heart disease than pills and lifestyle improvements alone, according to a very important study presented in November 2019 at the annual meeting of the American Heart Association.
Read More »Can Belly Fat Cause Cancer and Other Serious Diseases?
Belly fat is common among men and women. But did you know that having an “apple” body shape due to belly fat can increases your chances of developing cancer, heart disease, and diabetes even if you are not overweight? Find out why belly fat is dangerous and what you can do to reduce risks.
Read More »A Guide to Cholesterol Medication
National Center for Health Research reviews the cholesterol medications currently on the market and provides a comprehensive guide to cholesterol and choosing your cholesterol medication.
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