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Your horoscope for Jan 23-29
Guru, Chaiyospol Hemwijit, Published on 23/01/2026
» Your spot-on horoscope for work, money and relationship from Guru by the Bangkok Post's famously accurate fortune teller. Let's see how you will fare this week and beyond.
Calf pain could be indicator of peripheral artery disease
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 04/03/2025
» DEAR DOCTORS: I get a cramp in my left calf when I run for more than 20 minutes. When I slow down, it goes away. I told my doctor about it and she wants to do something called an ankle brachial index. What will it entail? I think it's a heart test. What does my calf have to do with my heart?
Stay ahead, stay safe: Critical brain conditions to watch out for
Ubekkha Choomkong, Published on 26/09/2024
» As we transition into an aging society, one of the biggest challenges for families with elderly members is dealing with the health issues that have accumulated over the years. While conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol are well-known, many are unaware of the increasing threat of degenerative brain disorders in the elderly.
Stroke patient may be overwhelmed by visits
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 17/09/2024
» DEAR DOCTORS: A man I have been dating had a stroke a few weeks ago, and now he has aphasia. When I visit him at the rehab, he's ready for me to leave after a short time. Is this normal? He seems to be happy I'm there, but he dismisses me quickly. I'm trying not to feel hurt.
Decoding Coronary Artery Disease: Heart health insights
Suwatchai Pornratanarangsi, Published on 01/02/2024
» The complex world of Coronary Artery Disease (CAD) can be likened to a traffic system within the heart, where the gradual buildup of plaque in coronary arteries mirrors road blockages, impeding the vital flow of oxygen-rich blood. So what are the intricacies of CAD? How does it develop? What are its symptoms? And what are the critical diagnostic methods employed in its detection?
Feelings of isolation post-stroke can cause depression
Life, Dr Eve Glazier & Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 24/10/2023
» DEAR DOCTORS: My husband had a stroke at work last spring. His colleagues recognised the symptoms and called an ambulance right away. He spent time in the hospital and is doing physical therapy. He's a lot better physically -- but lately, he's depressed. Why does that happen? My kids and I are so worried about him.
Cardiovascular disease looks different in women than men
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 04/10/2022
» DEAR DOCTORS: I'm a 38-year-old woman in good health. I kept getting a tight chest while running, so my doctor did some tests. He said my heart looked fine. But when I went for a second opinion, I was diagnosed with microvascular disease. I've never even heard of that before. What is it?
Chance of snoring increases as a person ages
Life, Dr Eve Glazier and Dr Elizabeth Ko, Published on 15/03/2022
» DEAR DOCTORS: My husband has always snored, but lately it's gotten a lot worse. Would gaining weight have anything to do with it? He just turned 67 and put on about 5kg during the pandemic. Sometimes his breathing stops, and I'm worried it might be sleep apnea. How do we find out?
Heart Disease – Can it be reversed?
Dr. Ross Walker, Published on 07/07/2021
» Cardiovascular disease includes any disease involving the heart and the blood vessels supplying the entire body. This process can affect all the blood vessels in the body, particularly the coronary arteries (the arteries supplying blood to the heart), the carotid and vertebral arteries (the arteries to the brain), and arteries supplying blood to the lower limbs. The most common type of cardiovascular disease is what is known as atherosclerotic vascular disease.
Balance your chi
Life, Published on 22/09/2020
» Governing well-being and vitality, chi or qi is the universal life force. This traditional Chinese medicine principle is the basis for relaxing therapies at Chi, The Spa, located in the Krungthep Wing of Shangri-La Hotel Bangkok.