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Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?
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Blood Pressure Rules Changed: Are You Now Hypertensive?

ByPartha Nandi, MD

Medical authorities just moved the goalposts for blood pressure diagnosis, and millions of Americans who thought they were healthy may now officially have hypertension. August 2025 brought new guidelines from the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology that lower the threshold for high blood pressure diagnosis and eliminate the “prehypertension” category entirely. Nearly…

Could Your Blood Type Influence Stroke Risk? Here’s What Science Says
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Could Your Blood Type Influence Stroke Risk? Here’s What Science Says

ByPartha Nandi, MD

When you think of stroke risk factors, conditions like high blood pressure, smoking, or obesity probably come to mind. But recent research suggests something far more personal may play a role: your blood type. A 2022 genetic study has uncovered that people with one particular blood type may have a slightly higher chance of experiencing…

A New Breakthrough: Photodynamic Therapy Offers Hope Against HPV
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A New Breakthrough: Photodynamic Therapy Offers Hope Against HPV

ByPartha Nandi, MD

For millions of women worldwide, a diagnosis of human papillomavirus (HPV) can be frightening. HPV is the most common sexually transmitted infection and a leading cause of cervical cancer, which remains one of the deadliest cancers among women. While vaccines and routine screenings have made enormous strides in prevention, researchers are working tirelessly to discover…

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That Morning Cup of Coffee Could Be the Key to a Happier Day

Bydn-writer

For many of us, the first sip of coffee in the morning feels like a daily reset. Now, science confirms that it’s not just in your head, your morning cup may really make you happier. A new study from the University of Warwick and Germany’s Bielefeld University, published in Scientific Reports, tracked 200 young adults…

Can Polyphenols Help Protect You Against Cancer?
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Can Polyphenols Help Protect You Against Cancer?

Bydn-writer

When we think about cancer prevention, most of us consider lifestyle choices like exercise, diet, and regular screenings. But science suggests that certain plant-based compounds called polyphenols may provide another layer of defense. Found abundantly in fruits like plums, polyphenols are being studied for their ability to slow cancer cell growth, trigger programmed cell death,…

When Home Feels Like a Battlefield: How Family Conflict Rewires a Child’s Brain
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When Home Feels Like a Battlefield: How Family Conflict Rewires a Child’s Brain

Bydn-writer

When we think about the impact of war, we picture soldiers carrying invisible scars. But groundbreaking research shows that children exposed to repeated family conflict experience eerily similar changes in the brain. Their fear and threat-detection systems become rewired in ways that mirror combat veterans. This adaptation may help a child survive in the short…

Solar Tricycles in Zimbabwe: A New Path to Women’s Health and Empowerment
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Solar Tricycles in Zimbabwe: A New Path to Women’s Health and Empowerment

Bydn-writer

In rural Zimbabwe, a quiet revolution is unfolding. Women who once carried heavy loads on foot or depended on ox drawn carts are now driving electric tricycles. These “Hamba” tricycles are more than a mode of transportation. They are rewriting the story of women’s roles in their communities, improving health access, and providing financial independence….

Climate Change Is Real And It’s Already Affecting Your Health
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Climate Change Is Real And It’s Already Affecting Your Health

Bydn-writer

When it comes to climate change, the debate is over. A new review of more than 88,000 climate-related studies has confirmed what scientists have been saying for decades: more than 99.9% of peer-reviewed research agrees that climate change is largely caused by human activity. The burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, and industrial emissions are accelerating…

The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face
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The Beauty of Becoming: Why Cameron Diaz Embraces Her Natural Face

ByPartha Nandi, MD

We live in a world where cosmetic procedures have become as common as haircuts. From Botox to fillers, the pursuit of youth often overshadows the value of authenticity. But when a Hollywood icon like Cameron Diaz chooses a different path, it sparks an important conversation about what beauty and aging truly mean. Her story isn’t…