SPORTS & ATHLETICS

Listen to the Podcast:   If you have high blood pressure, you are more likely to have a heart attack or stroke. It’s critical to know your numbers because if you have high blood pressure, you’ll want to lower it. Consult your doctor about the best strategies to reduce your blood pressure. Here are some […]

Five-time Indy 500-winning team Chip Ganassi Racing and Honda were looking ominously strong in the first half of the second day of practice for the Indianapolis 500. Defending Indy 500 champion Marcus Ericsson was the first to nudge the 227mph barrier, 2021 runner-up Alex Palou the first to surpass, and then Ericsson pumped in a […]

Share on PinterestResearchers say nerve activity bursts may linked to heart failure. Bryan Steffy/Getty Images Researchers from the University of Auckland in New Zealand report that in male rats with heart failure, the carotid body (an oxygen-sensing organ) produced sudden bursts of nerve activity that were linked to breathing problems. They also found that the […]

Before I began attending QC Pet Studies to become a certified dog trainer, I had never thought about first aid or CPR for my pets. Before I got my dog Penny last fall I already had three cats, and I had never seen any of them choke on anything, get injured, or really be in […]

The devastating wildfires that have displaced thousands in Alberta this month have also carried less severe, though quite serious, respiratory concerns outside the immediate area and into other parts of the country. Particles from wildfire smoke and other pollutants can have an impact on health even when not visible to the naked eye. Air quality […]

Manchester United continue their quest for Champions League qualification away at Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday. While Erik ten Hag’s first season at Old Trafford can broadly be seen as a success, arch-rivals Liverpool are breathing down their necks. Jurgen Klopp’s team are only a point behind United, who need to stamp out […]

NuraLogix reveals trademarked Anura’s video-health solution that uses a 30-second video selfie to assess health risks. FREMONT, CA: “Following years of research and development, we are excited to share the expanded capabilities of the Anura™ platform. Our research models have been proven to predict whether a subject’s HbA1c is greater than 5.7%, or their Fasting […]

Callum Wilson could be a doubt against Brighton. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images) Newcastle United could be sweating over the fitness of Callum Wilson ahead of their must-win clash against Brighton tonight. The in-form striker scored twice on Saturday as the Magpies were held by Leeds United at Elland Road. Eddie Howe’s men have Manchester […]

Peloton instructor Kirsten Ferguson will be off the Peloton schedule in the coming weeks as she recovers from an injury. She shared the news via Instagram. The post is accompanied by a picture showing Kirsten on crutches. In her post, Kirsten says: Here is the tea…I listened to my body. I listened to my doctors. […]

High blood pressure, often referred to as hypertension, is a condition where blood flow is forced against artery walls. This sudden increase in pressure seriously damages the heart and often results in heart attack, stroke and other cardiac disorders. And the effects of high blood pressure don’t really end there. Uncontrolled high blood pressure can […]

India has over 1.2 billion mobile phone users. This startling figure gives us reason to believe how these small devices have become such a big part of our everyday lives. Yet, we should not ignore the health risks of cell phone use. A new study, published ahead of the World Hypertension Day, has evaluated the […]

While at SOF Week 2023 in Tampa, Florida from May 8-11, 2023, I visited a number of very interesting and informative displays in the exhibition hall. One of the more compelling booths featured TACMED Solutions K9 Diesel. This highly realistic training manikin is provided for Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers, veterinarians, first responders, and others […]

World Hypertension Day 2023: World Hypertension Day in 2023 was observed on May 17th. This annual event aims to raise awareness about hypertension, its causes, and the importance of prevention and management. It serves as a platform to educate the public about the risks associated with high blood pressure and to promote healthy lifestyle choices, […]

Training your diaphragm to work more efficiently has been proven to enhance athletic performance, help sleep, decrease stress and increase metabolism. During Breathletics, participants experience a meditative or “flow” state for up to 45 minutes during when focus is placed on solely music, breathing and diaphragm training. Low oxygen levels from the prolonged breathwork requires […]

Cardiovascular exercise, also known as aerobic exercise, is an essential component of a healthy lifestyle. Engaging in regular vascular exercise offers numerous benefits for heart health and overall well-being. In this article, we will explore the importance of vascular exercise and its impact on maintaining a healthy heart. By understanding the benefits and incorporating cardiovascular […]

Many of our body’s most important functions occur without our conscious knowledge, such as digestion, heartbeat, and breathing. These vital functions depend on the signals generated by the “interoceptive nervous system,” which enables the brain to monitor our internal organs and trigger responses that sometimes save our lives. One second you are breathing normally as […]

SARASOTA, Fla. (Tampa Bay Now) – Monday is Kangaroo Care Awareness Day. Kangaroo care is a term used in hospitals that means hands-on care between parents and their newborns. Monday was especially meaningful for a pair of Palmetto parents who just gave birth to premature twins. “We’ve been back here for over five weeks. Every […]

David Sacks / Getty Images Medically reviewed by Michael Menna, DO Sepsis is the body’s extreme physical response to infection or injury, causing a dangerous whole-body immune reaction (inflammatory response). Pregnant people, adults over 65, infants, and those with compromised immunity or chronic disease are at more risk of developing it. About 1.7 million people […]

Issued on: 17/05/2023 – 17:52 Paris (AFP) – French judo legend Teddy Riner, fresh from being crowned world champion, can breathe a sigh of relief after The International Judo Federation (IJF) admitted Wednesday it should have been his opponent Inal Tasoev who took gold. The IJF said in a statement Russian judoka Tasoev — competing […]

May 17—Chances are you or someone close to you has been directly impacted by the opioid epidemic, which continues to afflict Kentucky. In 2021, the state’s overdose deaths reached an all-time high of 2,250, with 90% involving an opioid. Because bystanders are present in more than a third of opioid overdoses, hundreds of these deaths […]