5 h. ago Revealed: Popular alcoholic drink could REDUCE your risk of a sudden cardiac arrest

Nicholas Grubic, of the University of Toronto, said the study casts doubt on the long-held belief that red wine is better for you than white (pictured, file photo).

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6 h. ago Drinking white wine and champagne could reduce risk of cardiac arrest, new study finds

Eating more fruit and staying positive may also help lower risk, researchers find

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6 h. ago Drinking white wine and eating more fruit ‘could reduce risk of cardiac arrest’

A cardiac arrest is an emergency medical situation that usually happens without warning.

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9 h. ago Drinking champagne could reduce risk of sudden cardiac arrest, study suggests

Maintaining a positive mood and eating more fruit may also help lower risk, researchers findDrinking champagne, eating more fruit, staying slim and maintaining a positive outlook on life could help reduce the risk of a sudden cardiac arrest, the world’s first study of its kind suggests.Millions of people worldwide die every year after experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), when the heart stops pumping blood around the body without warning. They are caused by a dangerous abnormal heart rhythm, when the electrical system in the heart is not working properly. Without immediate treatment such as CPR, those affected will die. Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Signs of dementia or normal forgetfulness? How to tell the difference

Some memory lapses are nothing to worry about, but getting help for early warning signs can reduce the risk of them progressingYou walk into a room and forget why. Someone introduces themselves at a party and within seconds you’ve forgotten their name. You can’t remember where you parked the car. You’ve put your phone in the fridge. You can’t recall your granddaughter’s name. Your best friend dies and you keep forgetting they’re gone.Is it tiredness, distraction, or is it dementia? Most of us over a certain age will, at least once in our lives, do one of the above and worry we are losing our marbles. Continue reading...

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36 h. ago Doctors reveal exactly how much sex you need to reduce your risk of cancer

If you're in a long-term relationship, chances are sizzling sex has slipped down the list of your priorities.

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2 d. ago British cyclist suddenly dies during race after falling off bike in horror incident

The 40-year-old British cyclists was taking part in the famed amateur Mallorca 312 road race when he fell off his bike and went into cardiac arrest on the road between Esporles and Valldemossa

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3 d. ago 'I’m a GP and these six habits can reduce your risk of dementia'

A doctor has urged people to stick to six life-changing habits to help keep dementia at bay, advising that these easy-to-follow suggestions can help 'reduce risk and boost cognitive function'

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4 d. ago Pill that slashes risk of breast cancer recurring to be available on NHS

A new twice-daily pill has been approved for NHS use, offering a significant reduction in the risk of certain breast cancers recurring.

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5 d. ago Revealed: The viruses that can give you cancer. Experts now say one in five cancer

Quit smoking, go easy on the alcohol and stick to a healthy diet. For years, this has been the mantra for reducing our risk of cancer. But cancer is not always due to lifestyle, habits or even genetic risk.

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5 d. ago Footballer, 35, dies after suffering cardiac arrest as club post emotional tribute to midfielder

Brian Morgan, last week, was rushed to hospital following the incident however he sadly passed away on Wednesday morning despite the medical staff's best efforts.

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5 d. ago Scottish footballer tragically dies at 35 after cardiac arrest as tributes flood in

The footballer suffered a cardiac arrest last week and tragically died on Wednesday morning, the club has now sent their condolences to his wife, Zoe, and daughter, Poppy

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5 d. ago Scots footballer tragically dies at 35 after cardiac arrest as tributes flood in

The footballer suffered a cardiac arrest last week and tragically died on Wednesday morning.

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5 d. ago How Pope Francis's unconventional funeral will draw in world leaders and captivate millions around the globe as 'humble' Pontiff is laid to rest

The pontiff died aged 88 on Easter Monday after suffering a stroke and cardiac arrest, bringing to an end his 12 years as the spiritual leader of the Roman Catholic Church.

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6 d. ago One of UK’s most prescribed drugs could reduce death rate of common blood cancer

Researchers discovered that patients who took a statin had a 61 per cent reduced risk of dying from their cancer

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6 d. ago Pilgrims begin to gather as Pope Francis set to lie in state at St Peter’s Basilica

Italy preparing for major security operation ahead of funeral on Saturday which is expected to bring a host of world leaders including Donald TrumpPope Francis’ body will be moved to St Peter’s Basilica on Wednesday morning where it will lie in state for three days to allow Catholic faithful to pay their final respects ahead of a funeral expected to bring a host of world leaders including Keir Starmer, Emmanuel Macron and Donald Trump.Francis, a groundbreaking reformer, died aged 88 on Monday from a stroke and cardiac arrest, ending an often turbulent 12-year reign in which he repeatedly clashed with traditionalists and championed the poor and marginalised. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Doctor reveals exact amount of sleep needed to cut heart attack or stroke risk

Sleeping a certain amount of hours reduces the risk of a heart attack or stroke according to new research. Those who sleep more or less than this are at greater risk of cardiovascular disease

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7 d. ago Heartbreaking details of The Vivienne's 'secret' lethal ketamine addiction revealed by drag star's family

James Lee Williams, better known as The Vivienne, died of a cardiac arrest linked to the party drug and powerful painkiller in January being found dead at their home.

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7 d. ago The Vivienne's sister questions 'stigma' around drug use stopping them from 'seeking help' in final days

The Drag Race star died earlier this year following a cardiac arrest caused by ketamine use

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7 d. ago Drag Race UK star The Vivienne kept ketamine addiction secret ‘to protect family’

James Lee Williams died in January of a cardiac arrest

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