To get rid of blood clots, you'll likely need medication like blood thinners, and physical activity or compression stockings ...

Blood clots, also known as deep vein thrombosis (DVT), occur when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the legs. This condition can lead to severe health complications if the clot breaks free ...

The updated guidelines recommend that people keep their systolic blood pressure under a specific number — 130 — to prevent cognitive decline and dementia. (Again, systolic blood pressure is the first ...

Learn how the hormone insulin regulates your blood sugar, why blood sugar levels matter, and side effects to watch for if you ...

The new guidelines encourage patients to reduce or eliminate alcohol consumption entirely, compared with the old guidelines. For people who do want to drink alcohol, the new guidelines recommend that ...

Dr. Domenic Sica answers the question: 'When Can I Stop Blood Pressure Meds?' — -- Question: My doctor started me on a blood pressure medication last year and now my blood pressure is normal. Can ...

On Tuesday, March 19, UConn Rescue and Stop the Bleed hosted a workshop with a UConn Rescue basic life support and Stop the Bleed instructor on how to stop life-threatening bleeding in Chemistry ...

If the bleeding does not stop after applying pressure for a few minutes, a styptic powder can be your “best friend,” Sharma says. Though this powder is often associated with pets getting their nails ...