Articles By Jaleesa Baulkman
1 In 9 Men May Be At Risk For Premature Death Due To Cardiovascular Disease
A new study finds that men face a higher lifetime risk of sudden cardiac death than women. 
Fewer Americans Are Dying Of Cardiovascular Disease, But It's Still A Problem
The rate of decline in deaths caused by cardiovascular disease has slowed since 2011, study finds. 
Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Adults Are More Likely To Face Mental And Physical Challenges, Possibly Due To Discrimination
New study reveals lesbian, gay, and bisexual adults are more likely to report impaired physical and mental health and heavy drinking and smoking, and this may be linked to the discrimination they face. 
Take Me To Church: Attending Religous Services Linked To Lower Suicide Rates Among Women
Attending a religious service could help prevent suicide, a study finds. 
Pregnant Women Whose Blood Pressure Rises During Pregnancy 6.5 Times More Likely To Devolop Metabolic Syndrome
Prehypertension in pregnancy has been linked to increased health risks after giving birth, a study finds. 
Scientists Fear Seagulls Carrying MCR-1 Gene Will Worsen Threat Of Drug-Resistant Superbugs
Scientists have detected a highly drug-resistant form of E-Coli in droppings of the migratory birds in Lithuania and Argentina. 
Cancer Prevention: A Healthy Lifestyle May Reduce Incidence Rate Up To 45%
New study suggests healthy diet, exercise, and no smoking can reduce risk of getting and dying from cancer. 
New FDA-Approved Medication, ARNI Therapy, Could Prevent Nearly 30,000 Deaths From Heart Failure
New heart failure therapy could prevent thousands of deaths each year in the U.S., finds study. 
Climate Change In NYC: Hot Summers Could Cause Over 3,000 Deaths A Year By 2080
New study finds that by the 2080s, as many as 3,331 people could die every year from heat exposure during the summer months in New York City. 
Early Childhood Behavior Problems May Hurt Boys More Than Girls Once They Get To High School
New study suggests behavioral problems in early childhood have a larger negative effect on school-completion rates for boys than girls. 
Need An Aspirin? New App Weighs Patients' Risk And Benefits In Seconds
Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital believe their new app, “Aspirin Guide,” can help doctors and patients make informed decisions about aspirin use. 
Only Some Patients Can Avoid Heart Attack, Other Cardiac Events By Taking Statins
New research reveals that statins only reduce the risk of cardiac events in some patients.
