National campaigns encouraging the more judicious use of radiological studies are having an impact in reducing Americans’ medical radiation doses. That’s the findings of a new report from the National Council on Radiation Protection and Measurements, which was released this week. The results indicate the effectiveness of national initiatives—in particular, The Image Gently and Image… Read More »
Adequate intake of calcium during childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood up to age 30 is essential to increase bone mass. Several studies report that those who obtain calcium from plant sources are likely to have lower blood pressure and reduced risk of heart disease. Want to try the site without signing up? Do not take… Read More »
That is why it is important to know your risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. As retinopathy progresses, small blood vessels may form behind the eyes that might bulge and rupture, causing vision problems. How common is type 1 diabetes nephropathy, or diabetic kidney disease: The kidneys filter glucose from the blood. It is designed… Read More »