The federal government has announced that it is stepping up its efforts to help Americans enjoy healthier lives by encouraging lower sodium use.
Excessive sodium consumption can contribute significantly to high blood pressure while also contributing to chronic medical problems in the longer term. In turn, chronic medical problems are often a red flag to insurers that can trigger higher health and life insurance costs for consumers.
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A growing number of consumers may find themselves defying the nation’s obesity trend and enjoying longer and healthier lives with help from information about how to follow a proper diet
This is because many chronic health conditions – especially heart disease and diabetes – can be averted in a large portion of the population simply by being more careful about meal and snacking choices. Failure to do so can carry many consequences, from higher life insurance premiums to serious medical expenses and even hospitalization.
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Those who work in industries that are commonly associated with high stress levels may want to be particularly focused on selecting a good life insurance policy, in light of the cardiovascular risks that this lifestyle can bring.
With healthcare professionals around the world marking World Heart Day on September 26, workplace stress will be one of the issues in the spotlight.
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According to the George Washington University Medical School, individuals as well as their employers share the financial burdens of obesity
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Legislation that could help more women manage heart problems is making its way through Congress, having just cleared a House subcommittee this week.
According to the American Heart Association, the Heart Disease Education, Analysis and Research and Treatment (HEART) for Women Act will expand requirements for the use of sex and race-based data for new drugs and medical devices. In turn, this could lead to more effective treatments against heart disease in the coming years.
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Californians have experienced increased rates of diabetes in recent years, and a majority of the state’s residents are either obese or overweight, according to the results of a study conducted by researchers at UCLA.
The proportion of the California populace afflicted with diabetes rose by 27 percent between 2001 and 2007, the study found.
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Now, research from the University of Pittsburgh reveals another way women can reduce their risk of developing diabetes – breastfeeding.
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The debate over selling human organs has come into the news again following the arrest this summer of a New Jersey businessman accused of buying and selling kidneys, and the speedy procurement of a liver transplant for Apple CEO Steve Jobs.
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States’ most recent efforts in combating childhood obesity by placing taxes on sugary beverages, such as soda, are shown to be ineffective.
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Cardiologists are still in dispute regarding a ruling by the Federal Drug Administration that allows individuals with healthy cholesterol levels to take a cholesterol-lowering medication.
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LOS ANGELES, Calif. — Thousands of residents from Los Angeles
When you’re young, long-term care insurance is not something
