Although tight blood pressure control didn’t reduce the risk of full-blown dementia in the study, it did reduce the risk of mild cognitive impairment, an early form of the disease.
from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2MD5Mpi
Tuesday 29 January 2019
Doctors: Newer Blood Thinners Best Against A-Fib
The newer drugs are called non-vitamin K oral anticoagulants (NOACs). Examples include dabigatran (Pradaxa), rivaroxaban (Xarelto) and apixaban (Eliquis).
from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2FW9FVW
Monday 28 January 2019
The Importance of a Healthy Pregnancy Weight
Before you get pregnant, get as close to a healthy weight as possible to help spare complications for you and your child. Read advice from an OB/GYN.
from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2Wt6j1I
Can Too Much Screen Time Hinder Child Development?
Kids who are being put in front of screens are showing delayed development, a new study indicates.
from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2MBHegb
Meet the Dog Scouts of America
The four-legged members of Dog Scouts of America earn merit badges for mastering skills like tracking scents, navigating obstacle courses, pulling sleds, and understanding sign language.
from WebMD Health http://bit.ly/2DFEY52
