Jennifer J. Brown
Everyday Health
New York, NY, United States
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Top 11 Questions About High Cholesterol, Answered
Find out what high cholesterol does to the body and what it can mean for your health. Plus, learn how to lower cholesterol through diet, lifestyle, and medication. → Read More
What Do You Know About Clogged Arteries?
When fat, cholesterol, and calcium build up as plaque lining the blood vessels, you may develop clogged arteries, or atherosclerosis. Find out more by taking our quiz. → Read More
Nosebleed for No Reason? Here Are Some Possible Causes
Suffering from unexplained nose bleeds? Find out what causes nosebleeds and how to stop a bloody nose at home. → Read More
Hysterectomy: What Your Doctor Won't Tell You
Sex life should be discussed before you have your uterus removed. If a gynecologist recommends hysterectomy, find out about life after hysterectomy, especially after total hysterectomy. → Read More
Sex Hormones in Your Food
Health concerns over hormones like estrogen injected into cow meat and found naturally in soy may be more myth than fact. → Read More
10 Things Your Doctor Won’t Tell You About Organ Transplants
If you need a transplant or are considering being a donor, you should know transplants don't last forever and may carry hidden disease. → Read More
8 Surprising Health Benefits of B Vitamins
The recommended daily dose of vitamin B may bring health benefits including a reduced risk of stroke. Here's what B vitamins are good for. → Read More
How Likely Are You to Have Hepatitis C?
You may be at risk for hepatitis C, a serious but curable viral infection that can lead to cirrhosis, liver failure, and liver cancer. → Read More
How Much Do You Know About Atrial Fibrillation?
Atrial fibrillation (Afib) is a serious heart condition affecting millions in the U.S., in which upper and lower chambers of the heart do not work together properly. Afib may occur from time to time, or it may become a frequent problem that requires treat → Read More
Designing an HIV Cure With Kenneth Cole and amfAR
The University of California at San Francisco and amfAR are paving the way for an HIV cure with a new institute for HIV research. → Read More
Why ‘Real Vampires’ Fear Going to the Doctor
People who self-identify as vampires and drink blood need healthcare too, but are reluctant to come out of the coffin. → Read More
Half of U.S. Women Don’t Know Signs of Stroke: Do You?
84 Percent of women know they should call 9-1-1 about stroke, but only about half can spot the symptoms. → Read More
8 Ways to Get Help for Domestic Violence
Know the warning signs and reach out to the National Domestic Violence Hotline, and other live chats, and legal experts. → Read More
5 Blood Clot Facts Doctors Wish Every Patient Knew
Willy Wonka saw action in the Battle of Britain during World War II and survived to establish a chocolate factory, living past 80. But in the end, he succumbed to blood clots that blocked the veins in his lungs. While retired and living in New Mexico, Wonka — who may have been the inspiration for Roald Dahl’s tales of Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory — developed pneumonia and was… → Read More
What Women Need to Know About Hepatitis C
Hepatitis C is preventable and curable but still poses special risks for women and children. → Read More
5 Blood Clot Facts Doctors Wish Every Patient Knew
Willy Wonka saw action in the Battle of Britain during World War II and survived to establish a chocolate factory, living past 80. But in the end, he succumbed to blood clots that blocked the veins in his lungs. While retired and living in New Mexico, Wonka — who may have been the inspiration for Roald Dahl’s tales of Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory — developed pneumonia and was… → Read More
5 Blood Clot Facts Doctors Wish Every Patient Knew
Willy Wonka saw action in the Battle of Britain during World War II and survived to establish a chocolate factory, living past 80. But in the end, he succumbed to blood clots that blocked the veins in his lungs. While retired and living in New Mexico, Wonka — who may have been the inspiration for Roald Dahl’s tales of Willy Wonka and his chocolate factory — developed pneumonia and was… → Read More
People Like Me With Hepatitis C
Inspiring patient stories show many approaches to treating hepatitis C infection and finding a hepatitis cure. → Read More
This Is Your Heart on E-Cigarettes
Nicotine can give you a boost, stimulating a peak in your heart rate, but can your heart handle it? → Read More
10 Things Your Doctor Won’t Tell You About Your Blood Tests
Unravel the mystery of your blood test results by having a frank discussion with your doctor. → Read More