A BBC doctor is urging people to learn CPR to save a life amid a change in temperature which many don’t know could put you at higher risk of a heart attack. Dr Xand van Tulleken revealed on BBC Morning Live that the drop in temperatures in autumn and winter means the risk increases – … Read more
Eating too much butter, cakes, biscuits and junk food for just three weeks can dangerously increase internal fat and cholesterol – even if you stay slim. An Oxford Uni study saw 24 people follow a diet high in either saturated or polyunsaturated fat for up to 24 days. Those who ate more saturated fat had … Read more
NEW YORK — Microplastics have been found in the ocean and the air, in our food and water. They have been found in a wide range of body tissues, including the heart, liver, kidneys and even testicles. But are they actually harming you? Evidence suggests they might, but it’s limited in scope. Some researchers are … Read more
A recent study has sounded the alarm on commonly used drugs like ibuprofen and aspirin, warning certain individuals that taking them long-term could cause “avoidable harm”. People with conditions such as heart failure and peptic ulcers could be at higher risk, researchers say. The research indicates that the NHS might be forking out an eye-watering … Read more
The NHS recommends that individuals who experience unusual symptoms while lying down should call 999 immediately. Costochondritis, as described on their website, is a condition where the ribs meet the breastbone, causing sharp chest pain. While it may resolve on its own, it is important to monitor the condition since symptoms can intensify with movement … Read more
Medical experts have sounded the alarm over a subtle sign that could signal grave heart failure risks, the leading cause of death in the UK. Alarmingly, many individuals are oblivious to the loss of this sense but, if you’re unable to wake up and smell the roses, you could be at risk of serious heart … Read more
A Nova Scotia man is thanking a digital watch for saving his life. Travis Chalmers, of Elmsdale, N.S., said he was outside playing road hockey with his son when he suddenly experienced a “warm sensation” in his chest area and a splitting headache. “I just thought it was a flu or cold coming on and my … Read more
A common sweetener found in various everyday products, including sweets, gum, and toothpaste, has been linked to an increased risk of heart attacks and strokes, according to recent research by the Cleveland Clinic. The study indicates that higher consumption of xylitol, a widely used sugar substitute, could raise the likelihood of cardiovascular events caused by … Read more
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a potentially deadly condition that affects around a third of all Brits. It means that the heart has to work harder to pump blood around the body. This puts extra strain on the heart as well as other organs and the blood vessels and can cause damage. It is … Read more
A woman who suffered a heart attack while on holiday in the Lake District has spoken out about her terrifying experience. Sarah Baines, a 61 year old nurse from Hyde, was visiting Backbarrow, Ulverston in October last year when she suddenly fell ill. With the lift out of order, she began climbing the stairs to … Read more
