In this brief video, Dr. Norman Swan explains the basic of cholesterols, how they are formed and what impact they have on our health.
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Deep vein thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) occurs when a blood clot forms in the deep veins of the leg. Find out about symptoms, causes, treatment and prevention.
Happy-go-lucky optimists may have better heart health
Medical researchers have a longstanding interest in mindset, and not just as it relates to mental health, it seems that happy-go-lucky optimists may have better heart health.
Heart disease
Every Aboriginal person is at risk of heart disease, so it’s important to look out for the warning signs so we can help ourselves and help each other. Lots of Aboriginal people have died of heart attack because they didn’t even know they were having one.
Are there long-lasting cognitive effects from COVID-19?
Are there long-lasting cognitive effects from having COVID-19? Dr Norman Swan explains.
Researchers analyse trials on Vitamin D and heart health
A huge analysis of vitamin D supplementation shows that taking Vitamin D supplements aren’t linked to reduced risk of heart attack and stroke.
Nuts that reduce high blood pressure
The research is in, eating walnuts as part of a diet low in saturated fat has been found to lower blood pressure in people at risk of heart disease.
Mental health issues and the body
Why do people who have persistent mental health issues have – on average – a life expectancy that’s around 15 years less than people who don’t have these issues.
Step your way out of hospital
Researchers look at what simple lifestyle changes can lead to fewer days in hospital for older adults.
High testosterone linked to heart problems
From a study, it seems that men who had a high level of testosterone experienced higher rates of heart attack and a possible implication, testosterone replacement therapy.