Archive:

February 2015

Winter is the season of nosebleeds

Expert offers tips for prevention and treatment.

Study: Insomnia linked to high blood pressure

Hyper-arousal of true insomniacs could be the cause of the chronic condition.

Thyroid trouble may harm women’s fertility

Experts urge routine testing of glandular function for women who have problems conceiving.

Study: Prolonged high cholesterol in middle age raises heart risk late

Even slightly higher levels took their toll, researchers note.

Knowledge is power

New study shows most women don’t understand their breast cancer diagnosis.

Flame retardants may raise risk of preterm births

Study: Women with higher blood levels of common chemicals are more likely to deliver early.