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Aug 19 2025HEALTH

Covid's Hidden Impact: Blood Vessel Aging and Dementia Risk

Covid-19 isn't just a respiratory illness; it can also speed up the aging of your blood vessels. This process, known as vascular aging, makes blood vessels stiff and less effective at carrying oxygen. Normally, this happens as we get older, but Covid can fast-track it, even in mild cases. A recent

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Apr 24 2025HEALTH

The Silent Ticking of Youth's Ticking Time Bomb

Blood pressure issues are a big deal worldwide. They are a major cause of health problems and deaths. Studies show that when blood pressure goes above 115/75 mmHg, the risk of death goes up. Even with new ways to manage high blood pressure, many young people with early signs of organ damage might no

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Jan 26 2025HEALTH

Cognitive Impairment After Stroke: Can a Simple Ultrasound Test Help?

Have you ever heard about how a simple ultrasound test could help doctors predict if someone might face cognitive problems after a stroke? It turns out that transcranial Doppler ultrasound (TCD) might just be the tool for the job! This test is used to look at how blood flows in the brain. It checks

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