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Bookmark or Share- Chronic stress puts your health at risk - Mayo ClinicThe long-term activation of the stress response system and too much exposure to cortisol and other stress hormones can disrupt almost all the body's processes. This puts you at higher risk of many health problems, including: Anxiety. Depression. Digestive problems. Headaches. Muscle tension and pain.
- Tattoos: Understand risks and precautions - Mayo ClinicA skin infection is possible after getting a tattoo. An infection might be due to contaminated ink or equipment that isn't sterilized correctly. Getting a tattoo at a studio that doesn't follow good safety steps also can raise your risk of a skin infection. Other skin problems. Sometimes an area of inflammation can form around tattoo ink.
- Health issues for gay men and other men who have sex with menGay men and other men who have sex with men may be at an increased risk of depression, bipolar disorder and anxiety. If you're concerned about your mental health, talk to your health care provider or to a mental health provider. If you're hesitant to seek treatment, consider talking with a trusted friend or loved one.
- High blood pressure dangers: Hypertension's effects on your bodyIt also increases the risk of death when the heart suddenly stops beating, called sudden cardiac death. Metabolic syndrome. High blood pressure raises the risk of metabolic syndrome. This syndrome is a cluster of health conditions that can lead to can lead to heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
- Top strategies to prevent heart disease - Mayo ClinicDiabetes involves ongoing high blood sugar levels. It raises the chances of getting heart disease. Risk factors for diabetes include being overweight and having a family history of diabetes. If you have any of the risk factors, your health care team may recommend early screening. If not, screening is recommended starting at age 45.
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