On the face of it, swelling legs could be innocuous–due to fatigue, fluid accumulation, or standing for extended periods–but chronic or recurrent leg swelling might be an early sign of venous disease, which could develop into grave health issues if left unchecked. This article goes in-depth about when swelling is a serious medical issue, by […]

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Introduction Varicose veins were once relegated to the world of cosmetics. Those dilated, wavy veins were merely an eye-sore and not taken very seriously by physicians. But that old-fashioned thinking has been replaced by advances in vascular science and public awareness. Today, contemporary physicians are looking more and more at varicose veins as a symptom […]

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Introduction Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI) is usually regarded as a minor condition, typically, it is characterised by varicose veins and swelling in the legs. However, recent research in medicine has changed the way we view CVI. CVI could not just affect your legs, but could become a red signal for more serious issues with your […]

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The much anticipated cholesterol blockage control drug Muvalaplin reduces lipoprotein (a) by up to 85% within twelve weeks. Last June we reported that Muvalaplin researchers had published encouraging phase I clinical trial results. This January, Victorian Heart Institute scientists led by John H. Krege, MD announced in a JAMA research article that the drug has […]

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New drug, tirzepatide, shows promise for patients with diastolic/preserved ejection fraction heart failure. Find out more with MNB.

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Ready to take the DASH challenge? Get your blood pressure down in just one week.

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Caffeine-craving kids are fueling an explosion in US energy drink sales. This billion dollar industry is booming, however makers are facing increased scrutiny as concerns grow over the potential health risks posed by these popular beverages. Are energy drinks triggering heart attacks in young people? Emergency room visits by youngsters doubled between 2007 and 2011.2 The culprit? […]

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