Author Archives: Health

E-cigarette vapor tied to changes in lung cells

(Reuters Health) – The vapor from e-cigarettes may boost the production of inflammatory chemicals in the lungs, while disabling key cellular defenders against infection, a new study suggests. In a series of laboratory experiments, researchers found that e-cigarette vapor impairs the activity of cells called macrophages, which normally remove allergens, bacteria and other particles that… Read More »

Essure sterilisation device: Australian women to launch lawsuit

Image caption The Essure coil has been removed from sale Women in Australia will pursue a class action lawsuit over a sterilisation device that has allegedly caused medical problems for women worldwide. The lawsuit against German pharmaceutical giant Bayer, maker of the Essure implant, will follow similar actions in the UK, US and Canada. Women… Read More »

Keeping It Cool With Your Cholesterol Posted By : Marisha Kelly

Lowering Cholesterol Naturally for a Healthy Heart You’ve heard of the good cholesterol and the bad cholesterol, but understanding each and knowing the difference can help you become heart-healthy. Where some cholesterol is produced naturally by our bodies, other forms of cholesterol are drawn from our daily diets. Recognized as the good cholesterol, healthy levels… Read More »