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Research uncovers link between reproductive factors and COPD risk in women

A range of reproductive factors, including age when periods first start and an early menopause, are all linked to a heightened risk of COPD—the umbrella term for progressive lung conditions that cause breathing difficulties—finds research published online in the journal Thorax.

14 Feb 2024

Acupuncture is beneficial in reducing the incidence of ischaemic stroke

The effectiveness of acupuncture in reducing the risk of ischemic stroke among patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

14 Feb 2024

Good news for Valentine’s Day: Dark chocolate and champagne may improve heart health

It’s news you’ll love for Valentine’s Day: a leading health expert says the dark chocolates and bubbly you bought your sweetheart may also improve their heart health.

13 Feb 2024

Black cumin: Ancient superseed with modern health benefits

Review discusses the multifaceted role of Nigella sativa in treating cardiometabolic diseases, highlighting its bioactive components like thymoquinone, which contribute to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-dyslipidemic properties.

13 Feb 2024

Magnesium's pivotal role in slowing aging's impact

Review highlights magnesium's critical role in mitigating aging hallmarks, including telomere attrition, genomic instability, epigenetic alterations, loss of proteostasis, mitochondrial dysfunction, cellular senescence, and stem cell exhaustion, suggesting that maintaining adequate magnesium levels could support healthy aging.

13 Feb 2024

Gastric bypass surgery more effective for long-term diabetes control

Adults who have obesity and Type 2 diabetes are much more likely to see their diabetes stay in remission if they undergo gastric bypass surgery rather than sleeve gastrectomy, even after regaining weight, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS).

13 Feb 2024

Study provides insight into potential mechanisms underlying diabetes-related disc tissue damage

Type 2 diabetes alters the behavior of discs in the vertebral column, making them stiffer, and also causes the discs to change shape earlier than normal.

13 Feb 2024

Combined approach needed to address oral health inequalities and systemic health burden

'Time to put your money where your mouth is: addressing inequalities in oral health' is the new Economist Impact white paper published today, commissioned by the EFP (European Federation of Periodontology) with support from Haleon.

13 Feb 2024

Acupuncture may lower stroke risk in rheumatoid arthritis patients

A course of acupuncture may curb the heightened risk of stroke associated with rheumatoid arthritis, finds a comparative study published in the open access journal BMJ Open.

13 Feb 2024

Diabetes management program cuts dementia risk in type 2 patients

A recent study highlights the effectiveness of a multidisciplinary diabetes management program in reducing the risk of dementia in type 2 diabetes patients, emphasizing the importance of glycemic control for dementia prevention.

13 Feb 2024

A century of progress: American Heart Association's historic journey and future directions

Dramatic advances in the understanding and treatment of cardiovascular diseases have saved millions of lives in the 100 years since the founding in 1924 of the American Heart Association, the world's leading voluntary organization focused on heart and brain health for all.

13 Feb 2024

Plant-based diet linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients

A diet that limits meat and dairy but is rich in fruits, vegetables, grains, and nuts is linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence, and other common side effects seen in prostate cancer patients, a new study shows.

13 Feb 2024

Study links symptomatic dizziness to higher mortality risk

Study explores the link between symptomatic dizziness and increased all-cause mortality, particularly highlighting the association with diabetes and cardiovascular disease mortality, underscoring the need for effective management and further research.

12 Feb 2024

Pregnancy complications may also result in worse cardiovascular health for the child, study suggests

Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy (HDP) and gestational diabetes (GDM) are two of the most common pregnancy complications and put pregnant people at increased risk of developing cardiovascular disease later in life.

12 Feb 2024

Blueberries boost calmness but not cognition in metabolic syndrome study

A study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that chronic blueberry intake does not significantly improve cognitive function, alertness, or mood in adults with metabolic syndrome, despite a slight improvement in picture recognition accuracy and self-rated calmness after a high-fat, high-sugar meal.

12 Feb 2024

Socioeconomic consideration in Medicare penalty calculation could ease financial strain on safety-net hospitals

The Affordable Care Act requires Medicare to issue penalties that reduce payment to hospitals if post-operative readmission rates within 30 days exceed the national average.

12 Feb 2024

Complications during pregnancy linked to higher risk of heart disease and stroke later in life

Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women, and women who have complications during pregnancy, such as high blood pressure or gestational diabetes, have a significantly higher risk of heart disease and stroke later in life, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association, published today in Circulation, the Association's flagship peer-reviewed journal.

12 Feb 2024

New comprehensive report on pediatric long COVID symptoms published

Up to 5.8 million children and youth in the U.S. have experienced symptoms of COVID-19 that persisted long after initial infection.

12 Feb 2024

Study may open up new ways of approaching metabolic diseases

A study led by the University of Barcelona and the Biomedical Research Networking Center in Diabetes and Associated Metabolic Disorders (CIBERDEM) reveals how a new mechanism could improve the efficiency of currently available treatments for diabetes.

12 Feb 2024

Study finds erectile dysfunction drugs linked to lower Alzheimer's risk

Researchers evaluated the effect of phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitor (PDE5I) initiation compared to non-use and Alzheimer's disease development risk among males suffering from erectile dysfunction.

12 Feb 2024

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

Research uncovers link between reproductive factors and COPD risk in women

Acupuncture is beneficial in reducing the incidence of ischaemic stroke

Good news for Valentine’s Day: Dark chocolate and champagne may improve heart health

Black cumin: Ancient superseed with modern health benefits

Magnesium's pivotal role in slowing aging's impact

Gastric bypass surgery more effective for long-term diabetes control

Study provides insight into potential mechanisms underlying diabetes-related disc tissue damage

Combined approach needed to address oral health inequalities and systemic health burden

Acupuncture may lower stroke risk in rheumatoid arthritis patients

Diabetes management program cuts dementia risk in type 2 patients

A century of progress: American Heart Association's historic journey and future directions

Plant-based diet linked to less erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence in prostate cancer patients

Study links symptomatic dizziness to higher mortality risk

Pregnancy complications may also result in worse cardiovascular health for the child, study suggests

Blueberries boost calmness but not cognition in metabolic syndrome study

Socioeconomic consideration in Medicare penalty calculation could ease financial strain on safety-net hospitals

Complications during pregnancy linked to higher risk of heart disease and stroke later in life

New comprehensive report on pediatric long COVID symptoms published

Study may open up new ways of approaching metabolic diseases

Study finds erectile dysfunction drugs linked to lower Alzheimer's risk

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