Red wine is Pippa Williams’ favourite way to relax. The 39 year-old from Melbourne often has a glass or two after work. She’s aware, but skeptical, of advice suggesting this amount of red wine is good for her heart. Pippa Williams says a glass of red wine is her ultimate way to de-stress. “In this […]
This Is Exactly What Your Kids Need This St. Patricks Day
It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day, and you know what that means: Your home is about to get the emerald-hued makeover you’ve always dreamed of. And what’s the easiest — and most fun — way to revamp your home decor for the Emerald Isle holiday? By gathering the fam for some simple St. Patrick’s Day crafts […]
What is a cardiac stress test?
Your heart provides blood to all parts of your body. In order to determine if it’s pumping properly, your health care provider may order a cardiac stress test. It makes the heart pump harder and faster, and can reveal potential problems with blood flow. Stressing the heart might not sound like a safe thing for […]
What we risk as humans if we allow gene-edited babies
A second woman is said to be pregnant with a gene-edited baby in China, according to reports this year. It follows revelations last November that gene-edited twins had been born, which caused much debate. One of the fears expressed by scientists is that gene editing may result in unwanted side effects. But beyond the health […]
Got a Cough That Just Won't Go Away? Here's What You Should Know
There’s nothing worse than a lingering cough. But sometimes, they can hold on forever. The tricky part about a cough is that it can be a symptom of a variety of conditions — especially when it sticks around. So, how do you know what’s a harmless cold or something more serious? We spoke to a […]
What Deidre Hall Wants You to Know About Her Mother’s Vision Loss
There’s a reason Deidre Hall (Dr. Marlena Evans, Hattie Adams) is still a fan favorite after more than 40 years on Days of our Lives. She’s a talent who uses her voice to help others based on her own personal experiences. With February being Low Vision Awareness Month, Hall is teaming up with a new campaign, Look […]
What If You Were Your Own Blood Donor for Surgery?
TUESDAY, Jan. 29, 2019 — Heart surgery patients may fare better if they have their own blood “recycled” and given back to them during the procedure, a preliminary study suggests. The study focused on so-called “intraoperative autologous” blood donation — where patients have some blood removed at the start of surgery for their own use. […]
Herniated disk: 6 safe exercises and what to avoid
A herniated disk, or a slipped or ruptured disk, occurs when some of the soft jelly in the center of the disk slips out past the tough exterior. It can be very painful and may cause: back pain neck pain shooting arm pain tingling, numbness, or weakness in the leg or foot tingling, numbness, or […]
Why people born between 1966 and 1994 are at greater risk of measles – and what to do about it
Australia was declared free of measles in 2014. Yet this summer we’ve seen nine cases of measles in New South Wales, and others in Victoria, Western Australia, South Australia and Queensland. High vaccination rates in Australia means the measles virus doesn’t continuously spread, but we still have “wildfire” outbreaks when travellers bring measles into the […]
Round ligament pain: What does it feel like?
Round ligament pain is a common pregnancy symptom, affecting between 10 and 30 percent of pregnant women. It can be uncomfortable but is harmless. Many women begin to experience it in the second trimester. In this article, learn more about what round ligament pain feels like and how to get relief. What is round ligament […]