CLEVELAND – Cervical cancer is known to be one of the most preventable cancers – as both the rise of Pap screening and HPV (human papillomavirus) vaccination have made early detection and prevention a life-saver for many. Now, a new study says that a substantial increase in both screening and vaccination could prevent up to 13.4 … Read More
Daily Health Stories
Preparation is Key for Winter Weather Commutes
CLEVELAND – No one enjoys a long commute courtesy of old man winter. But aside from being a wintry inconvenience, according to Tom Waters, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic, traveling in tricky weather conditions can be downright dangerous if you’re driving around without an emergency kit. “We always hear these stories about people who get stuck … Read More
Study: Yo-Yo Numbers Not Good for Heart Health
CLEVELAND – We all know that ‘yo-yo’ dieting doesn’t work well for our waistlines. But according to one recent study, in addition to weight, when our health ‘numbers’ – such as blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose levels – fluctuate, it can be dangerous for our hearts. The study looked at data from 6,748,773 people for about … Read More
Research Looks at Flu Dangers for Pregnant Moms, Babies
CLEVELAND – The flu is more likely to make a pregnant woman severely ill, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Now, a recent study looks at how getting the flu while pregnant might impact a newborn baby. The study looked at data on more than 3,000 pregnant women – some who … Read More
Can Exercise Predict How Long You’ll Live?
CLEVELAND – Some say age is just a number – and now, new research is showing this may be true. A new study suggests an ‘estimated age’ based on an exercise stress test may be a better predictor of how long a person will live compared to their actual age. “Age is one of the most … Read More
Curbing Chocolate Cravings on Valentine’s Day
CLEVELAND – Valentine’s Day is often celebrated with chocolate, chocolate and more chocolate. And if you love chocolate – it turns out that you’re not alone. According to Susan Albers, a psychologist at Cleveland Clinic who specializes in eating issues and mindful eating, a recent poll shows that chocolate is the number one craved food in … Read More
How Marital Stress Impacts Health
CLEVELAND – Valentine’s Day may not be so lovey-dovey if there’s stress in your marriage. Every married couple experiences conflict but when a couple has constant, unrelenting marital stress it not only takes a toll on their emotional health, but can impact their physical health as well. Cleveland Clinic’s Ted Raddell, Ph.D., said the quality of … Read More
Avoid Slips and Falls during Icy Conditions
CLEVELAND – When a winter storm bearing heavy amounts of ice and snow makes its way through your neighborhood, getting where you need to go can be tricky. But as we age, ice-covered sidewalks and driveways can become more than just a nuisance. According to Ronan Factora, M.D., of Cleveland Clinic, people over the age … Read More
Daily Aspirin for Heart Disease Prevention Not Recommended for Most
CLEVELAND – Many people believe the old adage that taking an aspirin every day is a harmless way to prevent heart disease – but that’s actually not the best approach for most of us. Steve Nissen, M.D., chairman of Cardiovascular Medicine at Cleveland Clinic said there’s a growing body of research that shows the harms … Read More
Can We Become Addicted to Social Media?
CLEVELAND – Social media has become so ingrained in our culture, that it’s easy to forget that it hasn’t been around for very long. It’s so new, that, according to Joseph Rock, PsyD of Cleveland Clinic, the research is just emerging on how our behaviors surrounding social media could be measured against standards for being diagnosed … Read More