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PSA level: What does it mean, and when is it too high?
The PSA level is one of the best-known laboratory test results relating to the prostate. Many men come across it for the first time during a screening examination or when having symptoms investigated. An abnormal result often raises questions: Is this already a sign of prostate cancer? What levels are considered normal?
The right diet for hay fever
Anyone suffering from hay fever should pay particular attention to their diet so as not to make the symptoms any worse.
Prostate health: What men need to know
The prostate is a gland in a man’s body that is only the size of a chestnut, but it plays a crucial role in well-being, urinary function and male sexuality. Benign enlargement and prostate cancer become more common in older age.
Heart failure – causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Around 300,000 people in Austria are affected by heart failure. Read on to find out exactly what heart failure is, what symptoms may occur and what treatment options are available. You’ll also learn how you can reduce your risk of developing heart failure.
Heart attack – recognising the signs early and taking preventative measures
A heart attack occurs when a coronary artery becomes blocked. This is usually caused by a blood clot forming at a point in the artery where it is already narrowed.
Cholesterol – Functions, reference ranges and treatment of high levels
However, too much cholesterol in the blood can damage the blood vessels and increase the risk of certain cardiovascular diseases. Here you can find out what roles cholesterol plays, what the blood test results mean, and what can be done if your levels are high.
Perimenopause: Am I going through the change yet? Symptoms, early signs and
The first signs of the menopause often start much earlier and in a completely different way than you might expect. Your sleep becomes more restless, your mood swings for no apparent reason, and your period suddenly does whatever it likes.
Health News
The right diet for hay fever
Anyone suffering from hay fever should pay particular attention to their diet so as not to make the symptoms any worse.
Perimenopause: Am I going through the change yet? Symptoms, early signs and
The first signs of the menopause often start much earlier and in a completely different way than you might expect. Your sleep becomes more restless, your mood swings for no apparent reason, and your period suddenly does whatever it likes.
Magnesium and sleep: Can this mineral improve the quality of sleep?
Magnesium is said to make it easier to fall asleep and promote more restful sleep. Magnesium bisglycinate and magnesium L-threonate, in particular, are marketed for this purpose. But how well is their effectiveness supported by evidence? Find out here what is known about the different forms, dosage and the best time to take them.
White noise to help you fall asleep: Does white noise really help?
White noise is said to mask distracting sounds and make it easier to fall asleep. But does white noise actually help you sleep? What studies on white noise, pink noise and other background sounds reveal – and why steady white noise isn’t the best choice for everyone.
Mouth taping: Does taping your mouth shut whilst sleeping really help?
Mouth taping is said to promote nasal breathing, reduce snoring and improve sleep. The method has become widely known mainly through social media and celebrity advocates. But how well are these effects scientifically proven? And what risks might taping the mouth shut at night entail?
Stress and the heart: How mental strain affects heart health
Stress can have a significant effect on the heart: your pulse rises, your heart beats faster and you may sometimes experience a feeling of pressure in your chest. But why does the heart react this way to psychological stress? Find out what stress triggers in the body, how it affects the heart and when it is advisable to seek medical advice.
Resilience: Coping with crises through inner strength
Resilience describes the ability to cope with difficult periods in life, setbacks and crises without losing one’s emotional balance in the long term. It helps people to deal with stress and regain stability after challenging experiences.
Science
Antibiotic resistance
Antibiotic resistance refers to the development of bacterial resistance to antibiotics. As a result, these medicines can lose their effectiveness, meaning that bacterial infections can no longer be treated effectively.
Longevity Nutrition: A healthy diet as the key to a long life
A long, healthy life is no accident. A balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle form the basis for staying active and fit, even in old age.
Cortisone: Effects, Uses and Tips
Cortisone-based medicines are highly effective, and their anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic and immunosuppressive effects are widely used in medicine. However, they can also cause side effects. Find out here how cortisone works, when it is used and how you can ensure it is used safely.
Gender medicine – gender-sensitive medicine
Read here to find out what accounts for the ‘small difference’ between the sexes, how gender medicine addresses this, what the gender health gap is all about, and what challenges the still-emerging field of gender medicine faces.
Life
The right diet for hay fever
Anyone suffering from hay fever should pay particular attention to their diet so as not to make the symptoms any worse.
Heart attack – recognising the signs early and taking preventative measures
A heart attack occurs when a coronary artery becomes blocked. This is usually caused by a blood clot forming at a point in the artery where it is already narrowed.
Perimenopause: Am I going through the change yet? Symptoms, early signs and
The first signs of the menopause often start much earlier and in a completely different way than you might expect. Your sleep becomes more restless, your mood swings for no apparent reason, and your period suddenly does whatever it likes.