Is acupuncture effective at treating pain or disorders? I’ll give the scientific answer to that question, and explain why I don’t recommend acupuncture for any condition. A few notes, and some references: 1. Toothpick acupuncture does NOT involve inserting the toothpick in the skin. It was merely placed against the skin in a needle guide-tube […]
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The link between home blood pressure monitoring and the risk of stroke or heart attack.
A new study finds that the best way to predict your risk of stroke or heart attack due to high blood pressure is through systematic monitoring at home rather than periodic checks in the doctor’s office, new research suggests. Dr. Henry Black, Immediate Past President American Society of Hypertension discusses the study and the implications. […]