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Some tests and procedures to save our lives may have the potential to increase risks of stroke, cancer and dementia

Sat, Oct 26, 2013 - 6:00 AM

WITH people's increasing longevity, the main challenges will be to reduce the risks of diseases of the elderly, namely, heart disease, stroke, cancer and dementia. In addition to controlling the main risk factors, such as high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus, high cholesterol levels and

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