Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Cardiac Arrest Can Happen at Any Age Cardiac arrest happens suddenly and without warning. Cardiac arrest is the sudden stopping of the heart’s activity, which can result in death. A …
Heart Disease (CVD Cardiovascular Disease)
Heart Disease (CVD Cardiovascular Disease)
Heart disease is a leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), it is estimated that 17.9 million …
This is the Number One Cause of Death in Women
Heart disease is the number one cause of death in women. It was ranked as the third leading cause of death for all Americans, but it takes first place among …
The Health Dangers of Belly Fat
Belly fat isn’t just extra weight on your body, it can be a health risk. Irrespective of your overall weight, gaining belly fat increases the risk of many health conditions. …
Dangers of Sleep Apnea
Sleep is essential for existence. Sleep helps the body recover mentally and physically, allowing the brain and the body the rest it deserves at the end of a long day. …
How Sugar Affects Children
There are only a few things that light up a child’s face like a sugary treat. Born with a sweet tooth, most children love their dose of daily sucrose and …
Why Am I So Tired All the Time?
In our busy lives, it’s natural to feel tired all the time. Some days are more tiring than others. But if you find yourself exhausted too quickly, dragging yourself to …
Is It An Emergency If Someone Collapses?
A collapse—your legs suddenly give way and you fall to the ground—is called by many names: fainting, passing out, losing consciousness. The medical term for fainting is syncope (SINK-a-pee). Before …
Chest Tightness: Anxiety or Coronavirus?
A lot of people suffer from anxiety in their normal life. With so much media coverage and information during this uncertain time, it’s hard not to feel anxiety. If you’ve …
