Health Infographics

This infographic by Westfield Health provides some useful tips and advice about how you can keep your blood pressure in check. High blood pressure is one of the most common causes of heart attacks and strokes, and is also a risk factor for heart disease, kidney disease and dementia.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the US will need over a half million more nurses by 2018. But where is this need? Are some nursing specialties in greater demand than others? Learn more in the following infographic from Best BSN Programs.

Nursing is a profession wrought with a turbulent history. Through struggles with sexism, racism, deplorable healthcare systems and conditions and much more, nursing has evolved not simply because time has progressed, but because of several notable nurses who made an impression on the medical world.

AF-International recently polled 1,000 gamers and revealed that 67.1% of console users only clean their technology items when they see dirt, dust and grease on them, even though 45.6% of them share their console controllers (and germs) with up to 5 people.

In the infographic below by Mount Sinai Medical Center, learn about the three main types of ovarian cancer, the risk factors, symptoms, treatment options and ways to minimize your risk of getting it.

A Subdural Hematoma (SDH) is a collection of blood outside the brain, most often caused by traumatic head injury. The infographic below by Mount Sinai Medical Center describes the causes and treatment for this type of head injury.

The following infographic discusses some common myths and misconceptions associated with low carb lifestyle. Many people believe that these diets ban the consumption of carbohydrates, fruits and vegetables, and alcohol. Other misconceptions are that low carb diets raise cholesterol levels and cause different medical problems such as heart disease and kidney disease.

Find out fast facts about all types of headaches, ranging from cluster and chronic through migraine and sinus, and simple remedies for relief in this infographic from Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Stroke is the fourth leading cause of death in the U.S. and the number one leading cause of disability. In the infographic below by Mount Sinai Medical Center learn about the causes, signs and treatments of stroke.

This infographic, published by Lenstore, looks at 7 interesting facts about people’s eyes. It aims to increase awareness about one of the most fascinating parts of the body, and includes facts identified through scientific research, as well as some more quirky facts about how the eyes and brain interact.