Common arm positions can substantially overestimate blood pressure readings, Johns Hopkins study finds
Researchers say their findings underscore the importance of adhering to clinical guidelines, which call for firm arm support ...
Diabetics use glucose monitors. Should non-diabetics use them too?
Not everyone in the health field is so bullish on the prospects of CGMs for everyone, and question whether digging in too ...
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Dark patches on your neck & hands could signal diabetes. Visit a doctor, not the salon
First off, let’s clear up one of the most common misconceptions: Darkened skin on the back of your neck isn’t just about ...
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Certain arm positions commonly used for blood pressure checks may lead to inaccurate results. Here’s the right way to do it
A new study found that having your arm in the wrong position during ... of adults in the United States have high blood pressure, but only about 1 in 4 adults with high blood pressure has their blood ...
Dynocardia's Direct Continuous Blood Pressure Monitoring Technology Receives Grant from NIH's Commercialization Readiness Pilot Program
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), one of the institutes that comprise the National Institutes of Health ...
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Why do red spots appear on skin and how to get rid of them?
Have you ever noticed those pesky red spots on your skin that seem to pop up out of nowhere? While these little red dots or ...
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Could Your Blood Pressure Cuff Be Giving You the Wrong Readings? Here's What to Know
A new study found that about 17 million Americans don’t fit properly in the standard blood pressure cuffs that come with most ...
Need More Moisturizer Than You Used To? There's A Reason For That.
Your lifestyle habits are equally important. “Drink lots of water and load up on water-rich foods as well as omega fatty ...
Diabetes: Everything You Need to Know, from Symptoms to Treatment
Diabetes is very common. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that 38.4 million people in the United ...
Testosterone Replacement Therapy: What to Know Before Starting
Testosterone. Even the word alone sounds manly. For men, testosterone is important for drive, fertility, heart health, bone ...
How to Shave Your Butt Crack Safely, According to Experts
Then, gently shave with the grain of the hair. In other words, start closer to your butthole, then slowly work outward. This ...