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AHA News: Treatment to Ward Off Stroke Less Effective in Women

AHA News: Treatment to Ward Off Stroke Less Effective in Women

Latest Heart News THURSDAY, Nov. 14, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — Women are at higher risk for stroke and have different stroke symptoms than men. Now, new research suggests another difference: less benefit from a surgery used to treat carotid artery disease, a key risk factor for stroke. The disease, also called carotid stenosis, […]

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Fish Oil Is Good Medicine for Heart Failure

Fish Oil Is Good Medicine for Heart Failure

By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News THURSDAY, Nov. 14, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Fish oil might help people with heart failure avoid repeat trips to the hospital, a new study suggests. The findings come from an analysis of a clinical trial first published last year, where researchers tested the effects of fish oil and […]

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olsalazine (Dipentum)

olsalazine (Dipentum)

What is olsalazine, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Olsalazine is an oral medication that works as an anti-inflammatory drug for treating inflammatory diseases of the colon. It is a derivative of salicylic acid. Inactive itself, it is converted by the bacteria in the colon to its active form, mesalamine. Following oral administration […]

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Lymphoma rash: What to know

Lymphoma rash: What to know

Lymphoma is a type of cancer that starts in immune cells called lymphocytes. When lymphoma affects the skin, it may cause a rash that appears as one or more scaly, reddish-to-purple patches, plaques, or nodules. A lymphoma rash, such as mycosis fungoides (MF), can be easy to confuse with other skin conditions, such as psoriasis […]

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Causes and treatments for hair loss

Causes and treatments for hair loss

Possible causes of hair loss include: 1. Androgenetic alopecia Share on PinterestPossible causes of hair loss include androgenetic alopecia, pregnancy, and telogen effluvium. Androgenetic alopecia is another term for male or female pattern baldness. It is a very common cause of hair loss. Both male and female pattern baldness is genetic. Males tend to lose […]

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What to know about bone marrow transplants

What to know about bone marrow transplants

Bone marrow is soft, spongy tissue within some bones, including those in the hips and thighs. People with certain blood-related conditions benefit from a transplant that replaces damaged cells with healthy cells, possibly from a donor. Bone marrow transplants can be lifesaving for people with conditions such as lymphoma or leukemia, or when intensive cancer […]

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What to know about paranoid personality disorder

What to know about paranoid personality disorder

People with paranoid personality disorder have a deep and unwarranted mistrust of others, which tends to have a significant effect on their relationships with family, friends, and co-workers. Paranoid personality disorder (PPD)is among the most common personality disorders. Experts believe that this disorder may affect up to 4.41% of the population. People with PPD feel […]

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What are the health benefits of yerba maté tea?

What are the health benefits of yerba maté tea?

Yerba maté is a caffeinated tea made from the leaves of Ilex paraguariensis, a type of holly found in the South American rainforest. In addition to its distinct flavor, yerba maté is rich in vitamins, amino acids, and polyphenols, which are plant compounds that may improve health. The research on yerba maté tea’s health benefits […]