People with treatment-resistant hypertension could benefit from a new procedure that the FDA recently approved. The minimally invasive procedure targets nerves near the kidneys to help control high blood pressure when medications fail to do so. Dr. Samin Sharma, an interventional cardiologist and director of the Mount Sinai Cardiovascular Clinical …
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A simple snack swap could deliver big health benefits, new research shows. A clinical trial led by Oregon State University found that eating about two ounces of almonds a day – roughly 45 nuts – was found to lower LDL cholesterol, the “bad” type that clogs arteries and also offer …
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Chicago Blackhawks captain Nick Foligno will take a brief leave of absence to be with his family as his daughter undergoes heart surgery, the team announced Wednesday. Foligno, in his third season with the Original Six franchise, will be with his 12-year-old daughter, Milana, as she undergoes a “follow-up surgery.” …
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Jane Goodall’s cause of death has been revealed. Weeks after the conservationist’s death at 91, reports have emerged that she died of”cardiopulmonary arrest,” or cardiac arrest,according to TMZ, who cited her death certificate. The certificate, which was issued by the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health, also stated …
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A viral health trend makes it easier to rack up extra steps, water and protein — and it comes in threes. With the “3×3 by 12 p.m.” challenge, participants aim to achieve 3,000 steps, one-third of their daily water goal and 30 grams of protein before noon, with the aim …
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