Patients with high blood pressure are relying solely on medication to reduce their risk of heart attack, stroke and heart failure, rather than decreasing salt intake as instructed by their physicians, according to research ...
Aug 26, 2018
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A new device under development by a nuclear engineering professor will allow doctors to dispense accurate dosages of a drug made with actinium-225, an isotope that has been shown to be effective in treating—and curing—myeloid ...
Jun 27, 2018
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(HealthDay)—The salt that makes icy roads safe in winter may not be so good for your drinking water, researchers report.
Dec 26, 2017
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When a loved one has been hospitalized in intensive care for a critical illness, many family members experience anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress or other negative effects lasting months, according to new research ...
Dec 11, 2017
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Scientists have shed light on why some people crave salty food, even when they know it can seriously damage their health.
Mar 29, 2016
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Aging is associated with a number of changes that cause the body to function less efficiently, including the way the body controls water and sodium levels. Research has shown that as humans and animals age, they are less ...
Feb 10, 2016
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People who gradually increase the amount of salt in their diet and people who habitually eat a higher salt diet both face an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, according to a study published in the Journal ...
Jul 29, 2015
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While the risks of dehydration are well known, new international guidelines seek to protect athletes from the serious health risks associated with drinking too many fluids while exercising.
Jul 9, 2015
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A government led national salt reduction strategy is needed for New Zealand, according to a new study from the University of Auckland.
Jun 3, 2015
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Researchers and athletes have long known that living at altitude holds the potential to improve athletic performance. Many competitive endurance athletes follow a "Live High – Train Low" training regimen, in which they ...
Dec 12, 2013
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