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3 Heart Conditions That Harm Brain Health

What’s good for your heart is good for your brain, says the American Heart Association (AHA). The same risk factors that contribute to making heart disease the leading cause of death worldwide also impact the rising global prevalence of brain disease, including stroke,… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., […]

Published on October 11, 2024

Dr. Crandall: Poor Sleep Leads to Heart Disease

After a busy week of work and social events compromising your sleep, you may look forward to sleeping in on the weekend to make up for the lost hours of slumber. However, while some research finds that this may work in the short term, experts say that compensatory sleep… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. […]

Published on October 11, 2024

Endometriosis Finding May Lead to New Test, Treatment

Endometriosis could be linked to the health of a woman’s microbiome, a new study says. The discovery might help lead to an early test for the painful condition, and possible new treatments. A specific set of bacteria in women’s gut microbiome appear to be unique among those… Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. […]

Published on October 11, 2024