May 2024
NATION — There are about 1.28 billion adults globally living with hypertension, or high blood pressure. Recent studies show that hypertension rates in younger adults are on the rise. People with high blood pressure are at an increased risk for several chronic...
May 2024
NATION — Researchers say there may be a link between acid reflux and migraine. Researchers are reporting that taking acid-reducing drugs could increase the chance of severe headaches. They note that acid-reducing drugs are often considered to be overprescribed. They...
May 2024
NATION — Atrial fibrillation (AFib) is an abnormal heart rhythm that can increase the risk of stroke and heart failure. While the risk for AFib increases with age, researchers are interested in understanding how common the condition is among younger individuals and...
May 2024
BULLHEAD CITY — The Bullhead City Council voted 7-0 to grant conceptual approval to the Emerald Bay development, an expansive luxury resort and residential community proposed along the Colorado River.Situated at the northwest corner of Highway 95 and Bullhead Parkway...
April 2024
NATION – Methods to help stop an atrial fibrillation (AFib) episode include stress management techniques, such as deep breathing and muscle relaxation. Treating the underlying cause, dietary changes, and exercising can also help prevent episodes. Atrial...
April 2024
NATION – For the millions of Americans who suffer from seasonal allergies, a new study offers little to celebrate. The findings, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, provide compelling evidence that climate change is driving...
April 2024
NATION – Ready to fill your garden with striking colors this spring? Look to Beacon® Impatiens from PanAmerican Seed®, the gardener’s favorite versatile plant for partial to deep shade gardens.With their vibrant, cheerful flowers, Beacon® Impatiens bloom...
April 2024
NATION – Republicans accomplished a longtime goal in 2022 when the Supreme Court overruled Roe v. Wade, scrapping constitutional protections for abortion. They’ve been faced with seemingly monthly electoral setbacks ever since, with no end in sight....
April 2024
Various home remedies may help provide relief from migraine symptoms and help prevent episodes. Examples include dietary changes, essential oils, acupressure, and more. Migraine headaches are different from other types of headache. The symptoms can include: visual...
April 2024
Experts say adequate sleep is important for health, especially for women. Researchers are reporting that the fewer hours a person sleeps, the higher their risk of high blood pressure. Evidence linking less sleep to hypertension isn’t new, but conclusions have...
