People with insomnia are nearly 70% more likely to have a heart attack, compared to those who do not have the sleep disorder, according to a large analysis presented yesterday at the American College of Cardiology’s annual conference. The new study published yesterday in Clinical Cardiology was conducted by an international team of researchers who examinedContinue reading “Insomnia, heart attacks and tips for a more restful sleep”
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Birth control pills Yasmin, Yaz linked to blood clots, strokes, death: 11,000+ lawsuits
Close to 12,000 lawsuits have been filed against the maker of oral contraceptives, Yasmin and Yaz. These drugs have been found to increase the risk of blood clots that can lead to heart attacks, strokes and death. As of July 31, 2012, Bayer, the maker of these oral contraceptives, has paid more than US$402 million inContinue reading “Birth control pills Yasmin, Yaz linked to blood clots, strokes, death: 11,000+ lawsuits”
Dr. Ardyce Yik ND 