Death or serious disability after stroke are more likely for people who have certain risk factors, according to a new study.

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Abby McCoy is an experienced registered nurse who has worked with adults and pediatric patients encompassing trauma, orthopedics, home care, transplant, and case management. She is a married ...

As little as five minutes a day of moderate-to-vigorous exercise may help lower blood pressure, a new study suggests. While ...

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Hair loss isn’t just an issue for men — it also affects 1 in 4 women under the age of 50. Known as androgenetic alopecia, female pattern hair loss causes thinning hair at the top of the head ...

A new study of so-called weekend warriors found that 1 or 2 exercise sessions a week could reduce the risk of mild dementia.

A new study suggests that the ability to balance on one leg may be a key indicator of well-being and healthy aging. Standing on one leg is a key indicator of well-being, revealing more about how ...

Protein is protein, right? Well, not exactly. All protein gives us energy and helps build and repair muscle tissue and bones. But there are two different kinds of this essential macronutrient.

After a heart attack, the body is hardwired to sleep in order to recover from injury. New research explores how this happens.

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