Women 20% more likely than men to refuse statin therapy
New study finds 1-in-5 patients at high risk of cardiovascular disease decline statin therapy with women being 20 percent more likely to refuse it when first suggested and 50 percent more likely than men to never accept the recommendation.
March 2, 2023 • ~4 min
Many Americans wrongly assume they understand what normal blood pressure is – and that false confidence can be deadly
Nearly half of all Americans ages 20 and up have high blood pressure. Yet research shows that most people in the US don’t know the cutoff numbers for healthy blood pressure.
Feb. 17, 2023 • ~10 min
CBD is not a cure-all – here's what science says about its real health benefits
CBD isn’t a miracle cure for everything that ails a person – but science shows that it has the potential to help treat a number of health conditions.
Feb. 9, 2023 • ~10 min
Yoga: Modern research shows a variety of benefits to both body and mind from the ancient practice
Yoga’s surge in popularity in the past decade has spurred more research into its effects. The combination of physical movement and mindfulness provides a wide range of health benefits.
Jan. 24, 2023 • ~8 min
Sitting all day is terrible for your health – now, a new study finds a relatively easy way to counteract it
Short, frequent walks throughout the day are key to helping prevent the harmful effects of a sedentary lifestyle.
Jan. 13, 2023 • ~5 min
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