In previous blog posts, we discussed how frequently you should have a blood exam, and what to expect during a blood exam. In preparation for these tests, there are specific requirements to follow, one of which is fasting. Keep reading to learn how food can...
Affecting one in three adults in the United States, high blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the leading causes of death. Despite being a high risk for heart disease and stroke, this condition is known for rarely presenting symptoms. Learn about the dangers of...
Published on: February 28, 2018 (WASHINGTON, February 28, 2018) — Today, Senators Tim Scott (R-SC) and Cory Booker (D-NJ) introduced the Sickle Cell Disease Surveillance, Prevention, and Treatment Act of 2018. This legislation will authorize a program within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that...
Published on: April 17, 2018 (WASHINGTON, April 18, 2018) — Adolescents and young adults with acute leukemia have a survival advantage if they receive treatment at a pediatric cancer center versus an adult center, according to a new study. The study, published online today in Blood Advances, a journal of...