Fast food has become part of everyday life in the Philippines. Burgers, fried chicken, pizza and sugary drinks are cheap, ...

A long-term study suggests waist measurements could help doctors better identify hidden cardiovascular risks. A new study suggests belly fat may be a better predictor of heart disease than body mass ...

Nearly 1 in 3 adults in the United States with untreated high blood pressure would benefit from treatment and are not getting ...

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - A study published by the American College of Cardiology found that BMI alone can lead to a misclassification of a person’s cardiovascular disease risk. The study’s authors said ...

A prominent physician has raised concerns about the lack of transparency surrounding the laundry list of health issues that Donald Trump suffers from. Jonathan Reiner, professor of medicine and ...

One possible sign of calcium deficiency is dry, broken, or brittle nails. In addition to keeping your nails strong, calcium plays a crucial role in your nerve, muscle, and hormone health, so it’s ...

Select the journal/section where you want your idea to be submitted: Nearly six decades after Dr. Tomisaku Kawasaki first described the condition, Kawasaki disease (KD) remains the leading cause of ...

We also share a report from cardiologists that suggests you might (or might not) want to check your waist and hip measurements, and a laboratory study with some encouraging news about brain tumor ...

For many people living with peripheral artery disease (PAD), a common condition affecting the blood vessels, even a short walk can be painful, according to a news release. UnityPoint Health – ...

Whether it’s fish oil for better memory or ginkgo biloba for concentration, one in four adults now take supplements to protect their brain health. But just how effective are these popular pills?

Statins are some of the most commonly prescribed medicines in the world. Doctors use them mainly to lower LDL cholesterol, often called “bad” cholesterol, and to reduce the risk of heart attacks and ...