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02/27/2024

Many adults have been advised to take low-dose aspirin to prevent heart disease. However, new research indicates that the benefits may not outweigh the risks for some patients.

Newer research shows the benefits of daily aspirin do not outweigh the risks for some patients. If you’re taking aspirin for prevention, you may want to talk with your doctor.

02/26/2024

During deep sleep, the brain does some cleaning up. A fluid called cerebrospinal fluid carries away built-up plaque and toxins, including those associated with Alzheimer's disease. For those that don’t sleep well, this plaque can build up. Here’s what else happens while we rest.

Sleep doesn’t get enough credit these days. We as a society are busy. We push sleep aside to get work done, play on electronics and binge-watch TV. Sleep should be considered just as important as eating to live.

02/26/2024

There is mounting evidence that a large portion of ovarian cancers begin in the fallopian tubes, including the most common and deadly form of ovarian cancer.

Given these findings, it was recently recommended that all women who have finished having children consider having their fallopian tubes removed.

Ovarian cancer causes more deaths than any other gynecologic cancer – so some experts are recommending a more aggressive approach to prevention.

02/23/2024

After hitting your head fairly hard – such as on a kitchen cupboard or a low door frame – what are the signs that medical care is needed? And if a concussion does occur, how is it treated? Dr. Christopher Bailey explains.

Though not every bump on the head requires emergency medical attention, you should always seek medical care if you experience concussion symptoms following an impact to the head.

02/22/2024

Intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts, images or urges that pop into your head seemingly from out of nowhere. What causes them and are they harmful? Dr. Robert Chester explains.

More common than you might think, intrusive thoughts are unwanted thoughts, images or urges that pop into your head seemingly from out of nowhere.

02/22/2024

It was reported in 1900 that the laundry staff at old Lakeside Hospital, the predecessor to University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center, washed 18,000 - 20,000 pieces of linen every week, more than any public laundry in the city at that time.

"The enormous wash is the result of the fact that no piece of linen is used but once before being washed," reported The Plain Dealer. "A physician wipes his hands on a towel, having just washed them in an anti-septic solution. The towel is sent to the laundry without again being used for any purpose."

Today, University Hospitals outsources more than 5 million pounds of washing for UH Cleveland Medical Center annually.

02/21/2024

The most common sign of breast cancer is a new lump or mass in the breast. But there are other less common symptoms that can signal the disease. Here’s what to know.

There are less common symptoms that can signal breast cancer and may warrant a visit to the doctor for further evaluation.

02/21/2024

Telemedicine exploded during the pandemic and has held steady as a convenient way for people to get the care they need without leaving the house. Here’s how it works.

Virtual care is great for when you’re sick and don’t want to leave the house, but it can also be used to manage chronic conditions, refill prescriptions and address urgent care needs.

02/20/2024

What happens if something suspicious is found during a colonoscopy? As Dr. Ted Teknos explains, it doesn’t necessarily mean cancer, but it could change when follow-up screenings should be scheduled.

What if a doctor finds polyps during a colonoscopy? It doesn’t necessarily mean cancer.

02/20/2024

Many of us take our shoes off once we walk in the door. But is that what's best for our feet? Here’s what podiatrists recommend.

Our feet take a lot of wear and tear, which often goes unnoticed until something starts to hurt.

02/20/2024

Case Western Reserve and University Hospitals solidify partnership on global health initiative For the past 38 years, Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) and University Hospitals (UH) have worked closely with a variety of institutions in Uganda to advance medical research and education across a r...

02/19/2024

Muscle spasms in the legs can occur at any age – but why do they happen and can they be prevented? Dr. Lauren Hadney explains.

The pain of a sudden cramp in your leg can literally bring you to your knees. Learn more about what causes them, what you can do to ease the pain and how to help prevent them from occurring.

02/19/2024

Did you know your daily coffee routine may help reduce your risk of serious disease? Here's how.

When kept to 4 cups a day, coffee has a variety of health benefits and may lower the risk of cancer, diabetes, depression and more.

02/17/2024

How important are cholesterol levels when determining heart disease risk?

While total cholesterol score is important, these numbers alone often are not enough to determine whether a patient should be on statins or other cholesterol-lowering medication.

Interventional cardiologist Dr. Ian Neeland explains the factors that guide decisions about treatment.

If you’ve had your cholesterol checked, you might wonder how important your cholesterol levels are for determining heart disease risk. It’s just one of many factors.

02/16/2024

Knowing how quickly to store leftovers after eating – and when to throw them away – can help minimize food poising risk.

Proper preparation, storage and reheating is essential for the prevention of food poisoning. Learn how to keep you and your family safe from food-borne illness.

02/15/2024

Research shows that certain breathing exercises can lower blood pressure, reduce stress and more. Best of all, they’re easy to learn and do at home. Here’s how.

Research shows that certain breathing exercises can provide multiple health benefits. And best of all, they’re easy to learn and do at home.

02/15/2024

Given that AFib increases the risk of blood clots, patients are commonly prescribed blood-thinners. But there are downsides to these drugs and some patients can't tolerate them. Fortunately, there is an alternative.

A minimally invasive procedure has been shown to significantly reduce the risk of stroke and provides a promising alternative to blood thinners for many patients.

02/14/2024

Over the last 20 years, more and more people younger than age 40 are having heart attacks. Cardiologist Dr. Raju Modi explains why and how to reduce the risk.

From 2006 to 2016, heart attacks for people younger than age 40 have increased by 2 percent every year. What is driving this trend?

02/14/2024

Dark chocolate can positively impact health in numerous ways – including potentially improving blood flow. Given that it also contains a significant amount of sugar, consume in moderation to maximize benefits.

02/13/2024

Conversation hearts can trace their origins back to the 1840s, when a Boston pharmacist, Oliver Chase, invented a machine to more easily produce medicinal lozenges.

He later turned to creating candy and his company – New England Confectionary Company (NECCO) – would develop the now-famous conversation hearts.

02/13/2024

Given that our bodies don’t produce calcium naturally, it’s important to get a steady supply from the food we eat or with dietary supplements. Which foods are highest in calcium and when should supplements be considered? This guide can help.

Although it’s best to get nutrients from food, many diets lack adequate calcium - a mineral that is essential for bone, muscle and nerve health.

02/12/2024

Individuals diagnosed and treated for deep vein thrombosis may be at an increased risk for another blood clot. Here’s why and how to prevent it.

People who have been treated for deep vein thrombosis, or DVT are at a higher risk for future blood clots. These strategies can to help prevent DVT recurrence.

02/12/2024

Elevated blood sugar generally is not a good thing. But researchers at UH Seidman Cancer Center found that high blood sugar helped some cancer patients respond better to chemotherapy drugs. Dr. Jordan Winter explains the findings.

The findings reveal a new way to treat cancer that would be low cost and could be easily tested in other patients with cancer.

02/09/2024

Until recently, health care providers have been reluctant to prescribe hormone replacement therapy (HRT) to help women manage symptoms of menopause. However, dozens of studies have provided evidence that HRT may be safer than previously believed.

02/09/2024

People often blame cold weather or an impending storm for their increased joint pain. Are the two connected? Here’s what science tells us.

People often blame cold weather or an impending storm for their increased joint pain. Are the two connected? And if so, what’s really causing the pain?

02/08/2024

Do melatonin supplements work – and are they safe to take long-term? Sleep expert Dr. Eric Yeh explains.

Melatonin supplements may help you get a better night‘s sleep but they aren’t a cure for sleep issues.

02/08/2024

Research has shown that holding hands has multiple health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and contributing to oxytocin production.

02/08/2024

A significant estate gift of $6.5 million from the late Arthur D. and Kazuko Maine will support emergency medical care across University Hospitals, expanding the now named Arthur D. and Kazuko Maine Trauma Unit at UH Ahuja Medical Center, establishing the first two endowed positions within emergency medicine at UH and supporting an endowed chair for orthopedic trauma.

“We are profoundly grateful for Kazuko and Arthur’s support of emergency medicine at UH,” said Cliff A. Megerian, MD, FACS, UH Chief Executive Officer and Jane and Henry Meyer Chief Executive Officer Distinguished Chair.

“Their foresight will ensure continuing advancement of high quality care when it matters most, and their legacy will be etched in every life saved and family comforted during those difficult moments when our emergency and trauma teams provided care excellence and compassion.”

A significant estate gift of $6.5 million from the late Arthur D. and Kazuko Maine will support emergency medical care across University Hospitals, expanding the now named Arthur D. and Kazuko Maine Trauma Unit at UH Ahuja Medical Center, establishing the first two endowed positions within emergency...

02/07/2024

Getting older brings problems that can interfere with intimacy. But there are solutions to many age-related sexual issues. Learn more: myuh.care/SexualHealth

02/07/2024

When we sleep, most voluntary muscles are paralyzed, which is why we don’t act out our nightmares. However, for those with REM sleep behavior disorder, that paralysis can be interrupted.

One specific form of nightmare - REM sleep behavior disorder - can be downright dangerous.