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People with HIV have an added risk of heart failure, so they and their health care providers need to be alert for early signs such as shortness of breath, fatigue, leg swelling, coughing, and chest pain, according to a new study.
Even HIV patients who keep their viral load low with antiretroviral therapy (ART) and don’t have anything that makes them more prone to heart disease, such as diabetes, have a 1.5 to two times higher chance of heart attack or stroke....

According to the New England Journal of Medicine, the average American will pack on one to six pounds over the holidays. Other experts believe the bigger challenge for most people is the weight gain between New Year’s Day and Thanksgiving. But everyone...

The key to treating any cancer successfully is being consistent with your regimen. This is especially true when it comes to breast cancer, as the condition can progress more quickly than other forms of cancer. Unfortunately, breast cancer treatment costs...

Weight-loss medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are changing the way millions of people think about managing their health. These GLP-1 drugs are powerful tools, but they also bring a big shift in how your body experiences hunger, fullness...