Exploring safe, personalized hormone therapy options to effectively manage menopause symptoms while balancing potential risks and benefits for improved quality of life. DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I recently entered menopause and am struggling with severe hot flashes and night sweats that disrupt my sleep. I’ve been reading about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) as a potential solution. … Read more
Unraveling the Mystery of Sleepwalking: Causes, Symptoms, and Management of a Common Sleep Disorder Sleepwalking (somnambulism) is a common sleep disorder that occurs when individuals rise and move about while in a state of sleep. This phenomenon, also known as nocturnal wandering, is predominantly observed in children rather than adults. Many people wonder, “Is sleepwalking … Read more
Dense breast tissue is identified during mammogram screenings. Additional imaging tests may be necessary for individuals with dense breasts. If your recent mammogram revealed dense breast tissue, you might be concerned about what this means for your health. Medical professionals understand that dense breast tissue presents challenges in breast cancer screening and is associated with … Read more
Recognizing High-Risk Factors and Warning Signs: When to Seek Medical Attention for Flu Symptoms Contact your medical provider immediately if you suspect you have flu symptoms and you or someone under your care falls into a high-risk category for severe flu illness or flu complications. Understanding when to see a doctor for flu is crucial … Read more
Nourishing Your Second Brain: How a Gut-Friendly Diet Can Boost Cognitive Health and Reduce Neurological Risks Following a decade of extensive research into the gut-brain connection — collaborating with leading experts at Mayo Clinic — Dr. Partha Nandi M.D., F.A.C.P. developed Heal Your Gut, Save Your Brain, a comprehensive guide exploring groundbreaking discoveries in digestive … Read more
By: Dr. Surajit Bhattacharya, MBBS, M.S. in General Surgery, M.Ch in Plastic Surgery Unveiling the Hidden Dangers: From Risk Factors to Prevention Strategies – A Comprehensive Guide to Protecting Your Vascular Health and Recognizing the Signs of Deep Vein Thrombosis Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) is a medical condition in which a blood clot forms in … Read more
Rising Concern: Colon Cancer’s Alarming Increase in Young Adults and the Critical Importance of Early Detection Colon cancer, which ranks as the third-most prevalent cancer in the United States, has shown a concerning upward trend among younger individuals over the past two decades. This disease encompasses two distinct types of cancer: colon cancer, which originates … Read more
Discover the Lifestyle Secrets of the World’s Longest-Living Communities: How Blue Zones Teach Us to Integrate Health, Purpose, and Longevity into Our Daily Lives Many individuals view nutrition and exercise as rigid regimens that require significant willpower to maintain. They are often forced to meet specific targets, such as consuming a set number of vegetable … Read more
Empower Your Heart: Six Simple Steps to Reduce Risk, Boost Health, and Live Longer Through Diet, Exercise, Stress Management, Sleep, Smoke-Free Living, and Regular Check-ups. Heart disease stands as the leading cause of death among women, but adopting six fundamental lifestyle modifications can help prevent, manage, or even reverse your risk of heart attacks and … Read more
Regular stretching techniques combat and prevent stiff muscles caused by cold temperatures. Understanding why stretching exercises are essential can help you maintain flexibility and comfort during winter.If you’ve noticed your muscles feeling particularly tight and achy during cold weather, you’re not alone – scientific evidence supports this phenomenon. Muscle aches from cold weather are common, … Read more