Dysautonomia, a neurological illness, is an umbrella term referring to a group of disorders that affect the autonomic nervous system (ANS). The ANS governs involuntary bodily functions such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, and temperature regulation. Dysautonomia arises from the malfunctioning of the ANS and can manifest in various forms. Its affliction can range...
Aneurysm is the term for a bulging blood vessel in the brain. If the vessel leaks or ruptures, it can cause bleeding, which is known as a hemorrhagic stroke. Brain aneurysms on their own are common, and tend to be negligible since they don’t cause symptoms or health issues, and never rupture. However, a ruptured...
Elon Musk’s estranged daughter, Vivian Jenna Wilson, has spoken out against her father in a bold new interview. Speaking to Teen Vogue, the 19-year-old didn’t hold back. Her words painted a harsh picture of the tech billionaire. This marks the most public and pointed criticism yet. Vivian, who changed her name in 2022, made her...
Do you know what blood type you are? Well, it turns out that many people have no idea at all. Yet, it has been shown that your blood type could make you more susceptible to developing certain medical conditions. Your blood type is inherited genetically and determined by the presence of certain antigens. Let’s take...
Bananas are loved by many and make a delicious and filling snack. They are known for their natural sweetness and health benefits, whether straight from the peel or added to a smoothie, they’re packed with essential nutrients and offer a convenient way to fuel your body. But what happens if you eat bananas every day?...
What you eat plays a major role in how well your brain functions. Some foods boost memory and mental clarity, while others may lead to cognitive decline over time. Neurologists, who study the brain and nervous system, know exactly which foods to avoid to keep their minds sharp. By steering clear of these brain-draining foods...
The first warning signs of illness can be very obvious. Experiencing an upset stomach? That might be because of something you ate. Do you have sudden chest pain and tingling in the left arm? This might be a good time to head to the ER. Unfortunately, not everything your body tells you is that straightforward....
At 46 years old with no health problems or any previous medical history with heart issues, the last thing Nikki expected was to have a heart attack. So, when sneaky symptoms started cropping up, she didn’t think much of them. She even chalked most of them up to perimenopause. Now, from her hospital bed post-heart...
How often do you pee every day? Perhaps this is something you’ve never actually paid attention to. If you are someone who finds themselves often making a trip to the bathroom, you may have asked yourself how often is considered normal? The reality is that how many times you go pee throughout the day is...
In 1990, British Airways pilot Tim Lancaster experienced a terrifying and surreal event that would change his life forever. During a routine flight from Birmingham to Málaga, Spain, Lancaster found himself sucked out of his aircraft at an altitude of 17,000 feet when the cockpit’s windshield blew out. This sudden decompression triggered a catastrophic sequence...
As marijuana legalization spreads across the United States and other parts of the world, concerns about its safety are growing. Two recent studies have added to the growing evidence that cannabis use may significantly increase the risk of heart attacks, even among younger and otherwise healthy adults. Researchers published these findings in JACC Advances and presented them...
Usually, we associate athletes and avid gym goers with health, vitality, and long lives. There is one sport, however, that despite how it may appear to some, is tragically associated with early death. This would be the sport of bodybuilding. Sadly, Jodi Vance, a 20-year-old bodybuilder from Texas, recently passed away due to a heart...
