Fat but fit increases risk of CHD
‘Fat but fit’ people are at increased risk of coronary heart disease (CHD), even if they are otherwise healthy, according…
high blood pressure
Should you take blood pressure pills in the morning?
Should you take blood pressure pills first thing? When it comes to taking certain medications for cardiovascular health, there is…
Identifying new blood pressure genes to combat hypertension
One in three adults suffer from high blood pressure in the UK which is a leading risk factor for heart…
Vital signs
Vital signs have long been used by doctors to decide if we are fit and well, or if our bodies…
Protect yourself from heart disease
There are certain things that you can’t help, that increase your risk of getting heart disease. These are: Getting older: All the…
One Minute Medical School: Herd Immunity
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=brNscgAG3Nc&feature=em-share_video_user Dr. Rob Tarzwell, a Clinical Assistant Professor on the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia recently…
Beating the clock – inducing labour
Having a baby is the most natural thing in the world. Or is it? Today’s new mothers are more likely…