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According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 45% of adults in the U.S. have high blood pressure (hypertension). Since it often comes with no noticeable symptoms, many people don’t even realize they have it. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that roughly 1.13 billion people worldwide live with high blood pressure. … Read more
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 42.4% of adults in the U.S. have obesity. On a global scale, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that roughly 650 million adults are living with obesity. While awareness about the health risks linked to obesity is growing, persistent myths continue to spread despite public … Read more
Back of the Head Headache Symptoms Certain headache symptoms target the back of the head. Tension, migraines, and medication overuse are some of the possible reasons. Pains may also radiate to the back of the neck at times. Here are eight common reasons behind pain in the back of the head:We have discussed them and will also discuss their symptoms, treatments, and how to prevent them.1. Tension Headache Tension headaches (or tension-type headache, TTH) tend to produce a sensation of pressure or tightness about the forehead. Discomfort can also occur in the neck, shoulders, or scalp. These headaches typically last 30 minutes to 7 days. Symptoms are: … Read more
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2020, breast cancer claimed 685,000 lives, and 2.3 million people were diagnosed with it. They reported: “By the end of 2020, there were 7.8 million women alive who had been diagnosed with breast cancer in the past five years, making it the most widespread cancer in the … Read more
Depression is one of the most widespread mental health conditions in the U.S., and it comes in several different forms. People dealing with depression go through distinct periods—lasting at least two weeks—where they feel intense sadness, low energy, and a loss of interest in things they used to love. These periods are often called depressive episodes. … Read more
Ghrelin is a hormone mostly made in the stomach when it’s empty. It’s also produced in the small intestine, brain, and pancreas. Ghrelin moves through the blood to the brain, where it affects the hypothalamus. The hypothalamus is a part of the brain that makes hormones controlling hunger, mood, thirst, and other key bodily functions. Often … Read more
An anti-inflammatory diet is packed with foods that contain health-boosting antioxidants, polyphenols, and other immune-strengthening compounds known to combat inflammation in the body. Inflammation is the body’s natural way of responding to injury and infection. However, experts connect long-term, chronic inflammation to insulin resistance and a higher risk of diabetes, heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s, and … Read more
Asthma isn’t a disease that strikes all individuals equally—some people, such as African Americans, get hit much harder. Why this is, is complex and multifaceted. Asthma is a long-term lung disease that can affect anyone, of any age, sex, race, or ethnicity. But because of several factors—such as socioeconomic status—African Americans have a greater likelihood of being hospitalized, or even killed, by asthma. This article discusses why asthma is more dangerous to African Americans. It also addresses general information on causes, treatments, and prevention for this chronic respiratory disease. Risk Factors for Asthma in African Americans(RealPeopleGroup/Getty Images) Non-Hispanic African Americans in the United States, as of 2018, are approximately 40% more likely to have asthma than non-Hispanic white Americans. … Read more
An allergic reaction happens when the immune system overreacts to things like food, pollen, medications, bee venom, and other substances. Coming into contact with these allergens can cause swelling, hives, and other symptoms. An allergen is anything that triggers an allergic reaction. Most allergens are harmless to the average person, but if the immune system … Read more
During the holidays, it’s easy to take in more calories than we burn. Because of that, gaining a little extra weight this time of year is pretty common. January is traditionally a time for change, and many people jump into health kicks, including weight loss. With that in mind, let’s clear up some common misconceptions. … Read more
