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2 weeks ago
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Treating Cardiovascular Health with Anti-Obesity Medications and Addressing Health Equity - News Center

GLP-1 receptor agonist medications like semaglutide can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease in patients with obesity but no diabetes.
Weight-independent effects of semaglutide include reducing inflammation and improving vasculature and kidney health, leading to decreased development of cardiovascular events.
www.fastcompany.com
2 weeks ago
Health

Wegovy is no longer just a weight-loss drug

Wegovy was approved by the FDA to reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events in obese or overweight adults with established cardiovascular disease.
Wegovy has been shown to reduce the risk of major adverse cardiac events by 20%, cardiovascular death by 15%, and death from any cause by 19%.
Truthout
2 weeks ago
Health

Study: Patients With Cardiovascular Disease Had Higher Rates of Microplastics in Arteries

High microplastic levels in arteries increase heart-related incidents by 4.5 times
Study shows possible link between microplastics and cardiovascular disease risk
Ars Technica
3 weeks ago
Health

Study finds link between marijuana use and cardiovascular disease

Survey data suggests link between cannabis use and cardiovascular disease.
Increased risk of heart attack and stroke with daily cannabis use.
Ars Technica
1 month ago
Health

Surprising link found between niacin and risk of heart attack and stroke

Pellagra, a disease caused by niacin deficiency, was a deadly epidemic in the early 20th century in the US.
Excessive intake of niacin from fortified foods may increase cardiovascular disease risks.
Inverse
1 month ago
Health

Is Everything We Thought We Knew About Cholesterol Wrong? Here's What An Expert Says

High lipoprotein(a) levels can lead to plaque build-up in arteries.
Research is ongoing for medications to lower lipoprotein(a) and decrease cardiovascular disease risk more effectively.
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www.cbsnews.com
1 month ago
Health

Menopausal women who get migraines at higher risk for cardiovascular disease, study says

Menopausal women who suffer from migraines and common menopausal symptoms may be at higher risk for cardiovascular disease.
Women with chronic migraines, hot flashes, and night sweats are 1.5 times more likely to develop heart disease and 1.7 times more likely to have a stroke compared to those without the combination of symptoms.
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Health

Researchers look to faulty blood vessel repair to explain higher heart disease risk | CBC News

South Asian individuals have a higher risk of heart disease and experience it earlier than white European patients.
South Asian patients with heart disease or diabetes have fewer vascular reparative cells compared to white patients.
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Health

Weight-loss drugs aren't a magic bullet. Lifestyle changes are key to lasting health

The use of weight-loss medicines like semaglutide and tirzepatide is increasing in popularity due to their success in helping people lose weight.
These medications have been shown to have additional benefits for people with diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
BuzzFeed
1 month ago
Health

This One Subtle Sign Of A Heart Attack Is Something Many People Often Ignore

Stomach symptoms such as nausea and vomiting can be signs of a heart attack, especially in women.
Women may experience different symptoms of a heart attack than men, including jaw pain, neck pain, and upper abdomen pain.
Wellness
Yahoo Life
2 months ago
Wellness

Why sitting down at work is bad for your health - and other health news

Sitting for prolonged periods of time at work can increase the risk of death and cardiovascular disease.
Adding just 15 to 30 minutes of physical activity each day can help reduce the risk associated with prolonged sitting.
time.com
10 months ago
Wellness

Don't Use Artificial Sweeteners for Weight Loss, WHO Says

Artificial sweeteners may not help people lose weight, the World Health Organization said in new guidelines that warned against products like diet sodas.The WHO's advice is based on a scientific review that found products containing aspartame and steviaoften marketed as diet foodslikely don't help reduce body fat in the long term.
time.com
1 year ago
Wellness

A One-Minute Burst of Movement Three Times a Day Can Lead to a Longer Life

Regular vigorous exercise is one of the best ways to improve your health and longevity, but most people don't get enough.In the U.S., less than a quarter of adults meet the federal physical activity guidelines for aerobic and muscle-strengthening activity.However, new research suggests that doing three one-minute bursts of intense physical activity every day can reduce your risk of death.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Wellness

What Is Ozempic and Why Is It Getting So Much Attention?

Ozempic, a drug used to treat diabetes, has gained attention recently as celebrities, a tech mogul and TikTok influencers have described taking it to lose weight in short time frames.The Food and Drug Administration first approved the injectable medication for treating diabetes in 2017; the agency approved a drug with a higher dose of the active ingredient in Ozempic, called semaglutide, to treat obesity in 2021, under the brand name Wegovy.
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Yahoo Life
2 months ago
Health

Why sitting down at work is bad for your health - and other health news

Sitting for prolonged periods of time at work can increase the risk of death and cardiovascular disease.
Adding just 15 to 30 minutes of physical activity each day can help reduce the risk associated with prolonged sitting.
Yahoo Life
2 months ago
Health

Why sitting down at work is bad for your health - and other health news

Sitting for prolonged periods of time at work can increase the risk of death and cardiovascular disease.
Adding just 15 to 30 minutes of physical activity each day can help reduce the risk associated with prolonged sitting.
New York Post
3 months ago
Health

Stress-eating comfort food just makes stress worse, study finds - here's why and what to eat instead

Eating fatty food during or before a stressful event reduces brain and heart functioning and slows down the body's recovery from stress.
Eating high-fat foods under stress reduces cardiovascular function and oxygen flow to the brain.
Queerty
3 months ago
Health

Study says people over 40 with HIV would benefit from also taking this medication

The British HIV Association recommends that everyone over 40 living with HIV should be offered statins for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease, regardless of their cholesterol levels.
The recommendations are based on the findings of the REPRIEVE study, which showed that participants assigned statins had a significantly lower risk of developing major cardiovascular problems.
LGBTQ Nation
4 months ago
Health

Trans adults in rural areas at higher risk of cardiovascular disease

Transgender adults in rural Appalachia have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to cisgender individuals.
Transgender participants in the study had higher rates of tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure compared to cisgender participants.
Tailored interventions and campaigns are needed to promote awareness and address cardiovascular disease risk factors among the transgender population in rural areas.
LGBTQ Nation
4 months ago
Health

Trans adults in rural areas at higher risk of cardiovascular disease

Transgender adults in rural Appalachia have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to cisgender individuals.
Transgender participants in the study had higher rates of tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure compared to cisgender participants.
Tailored interventions and campaigns are needed to promote awareness and address cardiovascular disease risk factors among the transgender population in rural areas.
LGBTQ Nation
4 months ago
Health

Trans adults in rural areas at higher risk of cardiovascular disease

Transgender adults in rural Appalachia have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to cisgender individuals.
Transgender participants in the study had higher rates of tobacco use, obesity, and high blood pressure compared to cisgender participants.
Tailored interventions and campaigns are needed to promote awareness and address cardiovascular disease risk factors among the transgender population in rural areas.
Inverse
4 months ago
Health

Using ADHD Meds Long-Term May Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease, New Study Suggests

ADHD medications may be implicated in long-term risk for cardiovascular disease.
The risk for cardiovascular disease increases by four percent for each year someone is on ADHD medications.
Clinicians should monitor cardiovascular signs and symptoms during ADHD medication use.
Medscape
4 months ago
Health

Long-Term Use of ADHD Meds and CVD Risk: New Data

Longer use of medication to treat ADHD is associated with a small increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
The increased risk is higher for stimulant medications than nonstimulant medications.
Clinicians should monitor signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease in patients receiving higher doses of ADHD medication.
www.npr.org
4 months ago
Health

A new study says the global toll of lead exposure is even worse than we thought

A new study in the journal Lancet Planetary Health estimates that 5.455 million adults worldwide died in 2019 from cardiovascular disease (CVD) attributable to lead exposure.
The study also provides the first monetary estimates of the global cost of lead-attributable deaths, putting the combined toll of cognitive damage and CVD mortality at $6 trillion for 2019 alone.
Lead exposure is not only associated with gasoline and paint, but also with lesser-known sources like cookware, water supply lines, and electronic waste.
ScienceDaily
4 months ago
Health

Benefits of adolescent fitness to future cardiovascular health possibly overestimated

Good physical fitness in youth is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
When accounting for familial factors, the association between fitness and cardiovascular disease becomes weaker.
Adolescence is an important time for establishing healthy habits like exercise and a healthy diet.
www.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Health

Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Slashes Risk of Death in Some People with Heart Disease

Semaglutide, a drug used to treat diabetes and aid weight loss, has been found to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from cardiovascular disease by 20%
The drug works by regulating appetite hormones and causing people to feel full longer, leading to weight loss and reduced cardiovascular risk
The results of the trial show promise for reducing cardiovascular risk in overweight or obese individuals
www.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Health

Weight-Loss Drug Wegovy Slashes Risk of Death in Some People with Heart Disease

Semaglutide, a drug used to treat diabetes and aid weight loss, has been found to lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from cardiovascular disease by 20%
The drug works by regulating appetite hormones and causing people to feel full longer, leading to weight loss and reduced cardiovascular risk
The results of the trial show promise for reducing cardiovascular risk in overweight or obese individuals
www.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Health

Plant-based swaps may cut diabetes and heart disease risk, major review finds

Replacing meat and dairy with plant-based foods like whole grains, nuts, and olive oil can significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.
Replacing processed meat with nuts or legumes can lower the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes, while replacing eggs with nuts or whole grains can also have health benefits.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Health

For Health, More Nuts, Beans and Whole Grains

Eating fewer animal-based foods and replacing them with whole grains, legumes, and nuts is linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Replacing one serving per day of processed meats with whole grains, nuts, or beans was associated with a 23 to 36 percent lower risk of cardiovascular issues.
These findings are supported by other research that points in the same direction.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Health

For Health, More Nuts, Beans and Whole Grains

Eating fewer animal-based foods and replacing them with whole grains, legumes, and nuts is linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Replacing one serving per day of processed meats with whole grains, nuts, or beans was associated with a 23 to 36 percent lower risk of cardiovascular issues.
These findings are supported by other research that points in the same direction.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Health

For Health, More Nuts, Beans and Whole Grains

Eating fewer animal-based foods and replacing them with whole grains, legumes, and nuts reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Replacing one serving of processed meats with whole grains, nuts, or beans is associated with a 23-36% lower risk of cardiovascular issues.
This study adds to existing research that supports a plant-based diet for better health.
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Health

For Health, More Nuts, Beans and Whole Grains

Eating fewer animal-based foods and replacing them with whole grains, legumes, and nuts reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes.
Replacing one serving of processed meats with whole grains, nuts, or beans is associated with a 23-36% lower risk of cardiovascular issues.
This study adds to existing research that supports a plant-based diet for better health.
Ars Technica
4 months ago
Health

Obesity drug Wegovy reduces cardiovascular risks for those at high risk

Semaglutide reduced the risk of cardiovascular events by 20% in high-risk patients with cardiovascular disease but not diabetes.
People on semaglutide lost an average of 9.5% of their body weight during the trial.
The trial did not enroll a diverse group of participants, with most being white and male.
Ars Technica
4 months ago
Health

Obesity drug Wegovy reduces cardiovascular risks for those at high risk

Semaglutide reduced the risk of cardiovascular events by 20% in high-risk patients with cardiovascular disease but not diabetes.
People on semaglutide lost an average of 9.5% of their body weight during the trial.
The trial did not enroll a diverse group of participants, with most being white and male.
ScienceDaily
4 months ago
Health

Higher risk of 17 cancers after high BMI in late teens

Men who are overweight or obese at age 18 have a higher risk of 17 different cancers later in life.
Higher BMI at age 18 can be linked to even more cancers later in life than poor fitness at the same age.
www.scientificamerican.com
9 months ago
Science

Wildfires Will Only Get Worse. We Need Satellite Tracking of Air Pollution

People on the East Coast earlier this month experienced something that occurs with relative frequency in the West: ominous orange skies lit up by dense wildfire smoke.Across the I-95 corridor they responded with many important questions: How bad is the air quality where I live?Can I exercise outside?
www.bostonherald.com
1 year ago
Health

Male fertility study: Men who regularly lift heavy objects at work have higher sperm counts

Men who regularly lift heavy objects at work have higher sperm counts, according to a new study from researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital.The Boston scientists found that occupational factors, such as physical demands and work schedules, were tied to higher sperm concentrations and serum testosterone among men in the Environment and Reproductive Health (EARTH) clinical study.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Man drowns in bathtub at Park Forest senior apartment, police said

A man who drowned in a bathtub at a Green Oaks senior apartment building in Park Forest Jan. 10 was submerged a few days before being discovered, according to a police report.Police responded to Victory Center, 151 Main St., at 4:45 p.m. Jan. 10 for a well-being check call after the building's manager, Erin Brewer, said she hadn't seen resident James Gordon, 81, in about two weeks, according to the police report.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

Here's how to eat to live longer, new study says

You can reduce your risk of an early death for any reason by nearly 20%, just by eating more foods from your choice of four healthy eating patterns, according to a new study.People who more carefully followed any of the healthy eating patterns which all share a focus on consuming more whole grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts and legumes were also less likely to die from cancer, cardiovascular illness, and respiratory and neurodegenerative disease.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Wellness

Can You Get a Full-Body Workout in 20 Minutes?

Q: Sometimes I only have 20 minutes for a workout.What are the most efficient exercises to make the best use of my time?One of the biggest barriers to establishing a regular workout routine is a lack of time.Finding an extra hour (or more if you include travel to a gym) to exercise most days of the week can feel like an insurmountable challenge, especially if you have a busy work schedule, family responsibilities or a long commute.
www.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Wellness

Medical Group Says B.M.I. Alone Is Not Enough to Assess Health and Weight

The American Medical Association voted to adopt a new policy on Tuesday encouraging doctors not to rely only on body mass index, a long-used but potentially misleading metric, when assessing weight and health.The policy officially recognizes the historical harm of B.M.I. and states that the metric has been used for racist exclusion.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
France news

Regular exercise may lower risk of women developing Parkinson's disease study

Getting regular exercise such as cycling, walking, gardening, cleaning and participating in sports may decrease the risk of developing Parkinson's disease in women, a study suggests.Women who exercised the most had a 25% lower rate of the condition when compared to those who exercised the least.The research also found that 10 years before diagnosis, levels of exercise fell at a faster rate in those with Parkinson's than in those without, likely due to early symptoms of the disease.
www.independent.co.uk
10 months ago
France news

Regular exercise may lower risk of women developing Parkinson's disease study

Getting regular exercise such as cycling, walking, gardening, cleaning and participating in sports may decrease the risk of developing Parkinson's disease in women, a study suggests.Women who exercised the most had a 25% lower rate of the condition when compared to those who exercised the least.The research also found that 10 years before diagnosis, levels of exercise fell at a faster rate in those with Parkinson's than in those without, likely due to early symptoms of the disease.
www.cnn.com
9 years ago
Health

Eating the Mediterranean diet may lead to a longer life | CNN

Study: Women on a Mediterranean diet had a key biological marker for slower aging Mediterranean diets have also been linked to lower cardiovascular problems Next scientists want to see if one particular food had a bigger impact Eating a Mediterranean diet may be your key to living longer.That's according to a new study led by Immaculata De Vivo, associate professor at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston and Harvard Medical School.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Researchers reveal 11-minute habit that could prevent one in 10 early deaths

A daily 11-minute brisk walk could prevent one in 10 early deaths by lowering the risk of diseases such as heart disease, stroke and a number of cancers, research suggests.There are substantial benefits if people manage to complete at least half of the weekly level of moderate intensity activity recommended by the NHS, according to Cambridge University analysis.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Exercise

Walking just 11 minutes a day could stop 10% of early deaths, researchers find

An 11-minute brisk walk every day could prevent one in 10 premature deaths worldwide, according to the largest ever study of its kind.This equates to 75 minutes of moderate intensity activity a week, half the weekly 150 minutes recommended by the NHS.Brisk walking, dancing, riding a bike, playing tennis or hiking can all substantially cut the risks of early death, cardiovascular disease, and certain cancers, including those of the head and neck and myeloid leukaemia, Cambridge University experts have found.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Rise in number of children treated in hospital for vaping worrying' NHS chief

NHS leaders have sounded the alarm over a rise in the number of children admitted to hospital for vaping.Forty children and young people were admitted to hospital in England last year due to vaping-related disorders, up from 11 two years before, the NHS said.These could include lung damage or a worsening of asthma symptoms.
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Zoo's oldest chimp reaches grand old age of 50

One of Britain's oldest chimpanzees has celebrated her 50th birthday.Koko, who resides at Whipsnade Zoo in Dunstable, Bedfordshire, reached the milestone on Sunday, outliving a chimpanzee's average life expectancy by more than 10 years.Chimpanzees in captivity generally live to around 33 years of age, but they have been known to survive long into their 60s.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Mediterranean diet cuts heart disease risk for women by 24% study

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Following a Mediterranean diet could reduce a woman's risk of heart disease by 24%, a new study has found.The diet, rich in nuts, seafood, whole grains and vegetables, has been linked to a number of health benefits, with a recent separate study suggesting that people who follow the diet have a reduced risk of developing dementia in later life.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Former Olympian appointed heart illness-prevention tsar

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Ministers have appointed a former Olympian as a tsar to help people ward off illnesses linked to the heart.Cardiologist Professor John Deanfield, who fenced in the 1972 and 1976 Olympic Games, is to be the first government champion for personalised prevention.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

1m funding set to boost defibrillator numbers

A new 1 million fund could increase the number of defibrillators across England by around 1,000, according to the Government.The Department of Health said the funding will see communities across England getting around 1,000 of the life-saving devices, as part of Government efforts to support the treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

The 21 health conditions that could entitle you to a PIP payment of 4,800 a year

The latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions has revealed that 3.16 million people in the UK now receive Personal Independence Payments.Since September alone there have been 34,962 new claimants for PIP, a state benefit designed to improve living standards for those suffering from long-term physical disabilities or mental health conditions.
time.com
9 months ago
Wellness

Alcohol Might Improve Heart Health By Reducing Your Stress

Light-to-moderate drinking has long been linked to better heart health, but scientists have never been sure why.More clear are the health risks of alcohol, including an increased chance of cancer, neurological aging, and moreso why would alcohol's effect on the heart be different?Now, in a new study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital explained one reason why alcohol might be linked to better heart health: it reduces stress signals in the brain in a sustained way, leading to less of a burden on the heart.
www.readingeagle.com
1 year ago
Health

Diet and other lifestyle factors play a role in heart health

When it comes to heart health, there is much more to pay attention to than what you eat.In addition to diet, there are other lifestyle factors that play a role.Lauren Smith, a registered dietitian from West Chester who is the owner of Lauren Smith Nutrition Coaching LLC, discussed what to be mindful of.
www.npr.org
9 months ago
Science

Staying safe in smoky air is particularly important for some people. Here's how

Smoky air is filled with microscopic flakes of particulate matter that can get into the lungs and even into the blood stream.Timothy A. Clary/AFP via Getty Images While a thick yellow haze has blanketed much of the Eastern U.S. this week, some of the poorest air quality in the world has been in New York City.
www.nytimes.com
10 months ago
Wellness

How a Cardiologist Keeps His Heart Healthy

Giacomo Bagnara Hannah SeoReporting from Brooklyn At 66, Dr. Hugh Calkins, a cardiology professor at Johns Hopkins Medicine, knows how important a healthy lifestyle is for heart health.Here are six things he does to keep his own heart in shape He exercises.Regular exercise strengthens the heart muscle, which helps the organ pump blood to the lungs and the rest of the body.
Fatherly
1 year ago
Fathers

Have High Blood Pressure? Hit The Gym. Seriously.

If you're one of the 1.3 billion adults in the world with high blood pressure, it might be time to hit the gym, according to new research.A team of scientists from the University of Eastern Finland, in Kuopio, Finland, examined data collected from a group of 2,280 adult men.The data included blood pressure and cardiorespiratory fitness, which were determined by measuring blood oxygen levels while participants used a stationary bike.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Wellness

Can Olive Oil Do All That?

Olive oil-infused coffee?Starbucks bets you'll drink it.It wouldn't be the oddest food and beverage product olive oil has seeped into.We mix it into ice cream and whisk it into chocolate cake.On TikTok, olive oil fans knock back shots of the liquid, saying it clears their skin and helps them lose weight.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

Playing golf may be better than Nordic walking for health, study suggests

Playing golf may be just as good or better than Nordic walking for older people, a small study suggests.Nordic walking involves using a specific technique which uses the power of the upper body and walking poles to provide a more vigorous workout than just walking.But a new study, published online in the journal BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, found that rounds of golf may be more likely to provide health benefits.
www.nytimes.com
1 year ago
Wellness

Is It Bad to Drink Coffee on an Empty Stomach?

Q: I've heard that drinking coffee without food in the morning can damage the stomach lining.Is that true?For many people, enjoying a freshly brewed cup of coffee first thing in the morning is a nonnegotiable way to start the day.But the idea that taking a sip without food could harm your gut or contribute to other ills like bloating, acne, hair loss, anxiety, thyroid issues or painful periods, as some on social media have claimed has garnered as much popularity as incredulity.
Calm Sage - Your Guide to Mental and Emotional Well-being
1 year ago
Mental health

Understanding Allostatic Load : Its Impact and Ways To Cope

The allostatic load model states that the stress that you experience on a daily basis and its effects can have a cumulative consequence on your mind and load.That combined load of stress and its consequences was then called the allostatic load.Can you recall how your body responds to stress?Stress generates a fight & flight response when you face a challenging situation.
Dezeen
10 months ago
Design

Recycled plastics often contain more toxic chemicals says Greenpeace

The process of recycling can actually make plastics more hazardous to human health, according to a recent Greenpeace report that calls on the United Nations to rule it out as a scalable fix for plastic pollution.Released ahead of the second round of negotiations for the UN's Global Plastics Treaty, which will begin on Monday, the report compiles the findings of several peer-reviewed studies from across the globe.
Ars Technica
10 months ago
Health

Diet sodas are not actually good for your diet, WHO guidance suggests

People trying to shed pounds often cut calories by consuming diet drinks, artificially sweetened treats, and other products containing substitute sugars.But according to a new assessment from the World Health Organization, those artificial sweeteners don't appear effective for weight control-and worse, they seem to increase long-term risks of Type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and even death.
www.standard.co.uk
10 months ago
London

Doctors celebrate' Ulez expansion with bike ride round new Greater London boundary

D octors will embark on a three-day bike ride around the Greater London boundary on Saturday to celebrate the imminent expansion of the ultra-low emission zone.They say Sadiq Khan's Ulez expansion, across all 33 boroughs from August 29, was a small step in the right direction towards cleaner air.They called on all healthcare workers in the capital to campaign for clean air.
90min.com
1 year ago
London

Brentford launch Heart of West London partnership with leading heart charities

Brentford have announced a partnership with several leading heart charities to form the Heart of West London initiative.
Fatherly
10 months ago
Fathers

This One Type Of Strength Exercise Will Shred Your Belly Fat

If you ask 10 people about their health and fitness goals, five will probably mention losing belly fat.But getting rid of belly fat is about so much more than how you look.Excess belly fat poses a serious risk to your health.After all, the fat in your midsection doesn't just sit under the surface - it builds up around your internal organs.
Fatherly
10 months ago
Fathers

6 Big Ideas To Combat America's "Loneliness Crisis"

On Tuesday, the U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy declared that the nation is facing a new epidemic - loneliness.In his announcement, Murthy explained the social and cultural shifts that have led to the overwhelming loneliness many Americans are experiencing, described the dire health consequences that loneliness contributes to, and outlined a series of "pillars" to address the problem.
Fatherly
1 year ago
Fathers

Kids Born In October Have Some Massive Advantages

You already know that August babies tend to be the tallest and September babies are more likely to do well in school, but what about October babies?Are they made of pumpkin, spice, and everything nice?Are they creepy and a little off-kilter, like Halloween?Absolutely not - this is science, not astrology.
Fatherly
1 year ago
Fathers

Kids Born in December Have Some Unexpected Advantages

Kids with a December birthday may have to compete with Christmas and other winter holidays, but according to the research, being a December baby isn't all bad.A number of studies show that being a winter baby has both short-term perks and long-term advantages important enough to outweigh the frustration of having Santa crash birthday parties.
Fatherly
1 year ago
Fathers

What Science Says Big Feet Mean (Not Just Big Shoes)

For those who can tolerate the smell, feet can signal a lot about a person.But that doesn't mean every myth about shoe size checks out.Feet may not be windows to the soul (or even the genitals), but they paint a picture of potential health risks, athleticism, and more.So what do they say about big feet?
Fatherly
1 year ago
Fathers

The Unexpected Danger of Holiday Heart Syndrome

Alcohol can, at times, protect the heart.Studies about the benefits of red wine clog science journalists' inboxes.But those benefits are predicated on low consumption.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

Pandemic lowered US step count and Americans haven't bounced back, study says | CNN

Editor's Note: Sign up for CNN's Fitness, But Better newsletter series.Our seven-part guide will help you ease into a healthy routine, backed by experts.Americans took fewer steps during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, and they still haven't gotten their mojo back, a new study found.On average, people are taking about 600 fewer steps per day than before the pandemic began, said study author Dr. Evan Brittain, associate professor of cardiovascular medicine at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville.
www.cbc.ca
1 year ago
Toronto

Toronto saw more than 3 homeless deaths per week on average in 2022, city data shows | CBC News

Toronto saw an average of more than three deaths per week among people experiencing homelessness last year, totalling 187 deaths in 2022 according to new city data.Toronto Public Health's newly released data shows the number of deaths among people experiencing homelessness went down from 223 in 2021, but remained higher than yearly totals between 2017 and 2020.
www.cbc.ca
1 year ago
Toronto

Ontario pharmacists will soon prescribe some medications. But it's not clear who will pay for it | CBC News

Soon a trip to the pharmacist might save you a trip to the doctor in Ontario.Pharmacists are getting new powers on Jan. 1, 2023, that will allow them to prescribe medications for 13 minor ailments including urinary tract infections, tick bites, pinkeye, cold sores and dermatitis.But with the change just five weeks away, it is still not clear if Ontarians will have to pay out-of-pocket for the service.
english.elpais.com
1 year ago
Health

Menopause doesn't make you as fat as you thought

Every time a new year starts, countless people many women among them start new routines with the aim losing weight.And while the approach should ideally revolve around a change of habits to improve well-being and quality of life, losing weight as a consequence of those changes, the truth is that many women are still obsessed with the number they see on the scale.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

Kids under 5 aren't getting their greens, but they are drinking sugary drinks, new CDC report says

Children under 5 in the US are missing out on vital nutrition by drinking sugary drinks and passing up fruits and vegetables, a new report from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.Researchers surveyed the parents of more than 18,000 kids ages 1 to 5 in 2021, asking them how many times the child ate fruit, the number of vegetables eaten and the number of sugar-sweetened beverages consumed in the preceding week.
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
Health

Heart Month: The impact of cardiovascular disease on women

AUSTIN, Texas Throughout American Heart Month, it's important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of cardiovascular disease.Dr. Anne Mani, a cardiologist with the Heart Hospital of Austin and Austin Heart, said while heart disease impacts everyone, it's especially significant for women.According to the American Heart Association, heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the nation.
www.thelocal.fr
1 year ago
Coffee

How to drink your coffee in the French style

Good news for a country that thrives on coffee it even has a method of roasting beans named after it drinking up to three cups a day has been linked to decreased risks for stroke and death from cardiovascular disease, according to research presented at the recent European Society of Cardiology Congress in France.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Coffee

How to turn spent coffee grounds into a punchy kombucha recipe | Waste not

No problem, Mabel said as she handed me a huge bag of used coffee grounds.Last week, someone came in asking me for some to make a plant-based leather.I walked out grinning from ear to ear, happy to connect with a local barista and to have just scored a kilo of Browns of Brockley's finest used coffee grounds.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

DWP can pay 4,800 a year for anyone with these 21 health conditions

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email The latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions has revealed that 3.16 million people in the UK now receive Personal Independence Payments.Since September alone there have been 34,962 new claimants for PIP, a state benefit designed to improve living standards for those suffering from long-term physical disabilities or mental health conditions.
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 year ago
Environment

Scientists Study Big Issues Created by Microplastics | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

Recent storms littered California beaches with driftwood and trash.Plastic pieces of all sizes tumbled in the surf and settled into the rubble.But the storm didn't bring the plastic-it just highlighted its existence.Some of the particles will get picked up by volunteers and mindful beachgoers.But lots of it will wash back out to sea and break down into smaller and smaller pieces.
www.mercurynews.com
1 year ago
Health

7 fruits experts say you should eat each week for better health

Nancy Clanton | (TNS) The Atlanta Journal-Constitution An apple a day might keep the doctor away, but experts say you need more kinds of fruit than that to maintain good health.According to an article in Eating Well, consuming a variety of fruits each week can lead to a healthier gut, which can improve heart health, boost immunity and even benefit mental health.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

The 21 health conditions that could entitle you to a PIP payment of 4,800 a year

The latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions has revealed that 3.16 million people in the UK now receive Personal Independence Payments.Since September alone there have been 34,962 new claimants for PIP, a state benefit designed to improve living standards for those suffering from long-term physical disabilities or mental health conditions.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

The 21 health conditions that could entitle you to a PIP payment of 4,800 a year

The latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions has revealed that 3.16 million people in the UK now receive Personal Independence Payments.Since September alone there have been 34,962 new claimants for PIP, a state benefit designed to improve living standards for those suffering from long-term physical disabilities or mental health conditions.
www.independent.co.uk
1 year ago
UK news

The 21 health conditions that could entitle you to a PIP payment of 4,800 a year

The latest data from the Department for Work and Pensions has revealed that 3.16 million people in the UK now receive Personal Independence Payments.Since September alone there have been 34,962 new claimants for PIP, a state benefit designed to improve living standards for those suffering from long-term physical disabilities or mental health conditions.
Inverse
1 year ago
Health

Can spicy food boost our gut health? Here's what the science says

When it comes to questions about health and longevity, many researchers have been turning to the gut microbiome - the community of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live in the human gut - for answers.Scientists are only beginning to understand the many ways the microbiome affects our health, but early evidence suggests it can play a role in disease outcomes like some kinds of cancer, long Covid, and Parkinson's Disease.
Happiful Magazine
1 year ago
Mental health

What can our gut tell us about our health?

With almost half of Brits experiencing gut health problems, we take a look at the latest research by HSIS to understand how pre and probiotics can support a healthy gut and all-around better health
Gut health is proving to be one of the most exciting and important areas of science in today's society.
Happiful Magazine
1 year ago
Mental health

The 7 greatest nutrition myths debunked

When it comes to eating healthily, we all know the general rule of having our five a day and drinking plenty of water.But when trying to keep up to date with the latest nutritional advice, it can seem as though superfoods are changing all the time, and a week won't go by without a new trend hitting the headlines.
Brooklyn Paper
1 year ago
Brooklyn

South Brooklyn Health receives $1M for cardiology equipment * Brooklyn Paper

NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health
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The rapidly growing New York City Health + Hospitals/ South Brooklyn Health announced $1 million in funding from State Assemblymember William Colton Wednesday, which will be used to replace six echocardiogram machines in the Coney Island hospital.
www.dw.com
1 year ago
Health

Bad diet causes cognitive decline: Fact or myth? DW 12/12/2022

More than 400-500 calories per day of ultra-processed foods like frozen pizza, chips and packaged cookies is enough to increase the risk of cognitive decline, a new study suggests.That's roughly equivalent to two donuts or half a frozen pizza, depending on which brands you choose.The study, involving 10,775 men and women in Brazil, found people who ate more ultra-processed foods had a 28% faster rate of global cognitive decline compared to people who ate the least amount of ultra-processed foods over an 8-year period.
Chicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Family honors missing grandfather found dead and raises awareness of Alzheimer's disease: 'Take care of your elders'

In the years before losing his memory, Jose Arevalo, 83, would still dedicate some of his favorite norteño melodies to his wife."La Prieta Linda," said his wife, Berta Ruiz, 64, with a soft smile."The pretty dark-skinned girl."Though Arevalo - or Don Lupe, as most call him - lost his memory through the years, he never forgot her: the woman he met nearly 50 years ago and the one who took care of him through the good and bad times.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Health

Short bursts of vigorous activity can cut risk of early death, study suggests

Whether it is playing with the dog or attacking the housework, clocking up just a few minutes of vigorous activity in daily life could dramatically reduce the chance of early death, research suggests.The study found middle-aged adults who do not undertake leisure exercise such as going to the gym but who manage to rack up three very short bouts of vigorous activity a day have about a 39% lower risk of death than those who do no vigorous activity.
english.elpais.com
1 year ago
Health

Brisk walking can reduce mortality in people who have been sedentary for decades

Nearly 70% of Spaniards who go to the doctor for health checkups don't achieve the minimum recommended levels of physical activity  150 minutes a week.They could easily go above and beyond that with just 25 minutes of vigorous exercise like brisk walking, dancing, playing tennis or doing aerobics.The mortality rate for active people is 30%-60% lower than for people who lead a sedentary lifestyle and exercise can often help to reduce the incidence of almost every disease.
Social Media Explorer
1 year ago
Online marketing

Kevin Luetolf Model - Social Media Explorer

Kevin Luetolf discusses the importance of a healthy lifestyle.Kevin Luetolf says you can tell the state of your health life when it is not at the best point.The simple symptom is that it often feels off to you.You can also feel tired as well as problems in the digestive system functioning can also be reported.
www.kvue.com
1 year ago
Health

Experts talk about the health effects of daylight saving time

AUSTIN, Texas  This Sunday we set our clocks back one hour to "fall back" and lose an hour of daylight, meaning an extra hour of sleep.However, recent studies have pointed out significant health effects associated with the time change.The National Institutes of Health found that 150,000 Americans experience physical health problems caused by biannual time changes.
Ars Technica
1 year ago
Health

Repurposed diabetes drug helps teens with obesity lose 15% of body weight

A repurposed Type 2 diabetes drug helped teens with obesity lose a significant amount of body weight,  lowered their risk factors for cardiovascular disease, and improved their weight-related quality of life over a 68-week clinical trial, researchers reported this week in the New England Journal of Medicine.
time.com
1 year ago
Health

15 Minutes of Exercise a Week Is Linked to a Longer Life

Squeezing exercise into a busy schedule can be tough.However, new research suggests that doing just 15 minutes of physical activity over the course of a week is linked to a lower risk of dying prematurely compared to not exercising at allas long as the movement gets your heart pumping.In the study, published Oct. 27 in the European Heart Journal, researchers used a data set to track nearly 72,000 people in the U.K., who were ages 40 to 69 and didn't have cardiovascular disease or cancer when they enrolled, for about seven years.
Eater
1 year ago
Food & drink

Meet the Chef Cooking Up Food as Medicine

John Gordon cooks for more than 2,500 people a day.As executive chef of Los Angeles-based Project Angel Food, a nonprofit organization that provides meals to people with serious illnesses, the batches of Mongolian beef, sweet and sour tofu, and turkey chili verde that leave the Gordon's kitchen are specially tailored for diners' nutritional needs.
www.cnn.com
1 year ago
Health

Should you let Halloween be a candy free-for-all? Maybe, experts say

Limiting your child's candy this Halloween might be more of a trick than a treat, experts say.
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Health

Common drugs could fight obesity and diabetes, say scientists

Scientists have pinpointed a range of commonly used medicines that could be repurposed to treat people suffering from obesity and diabetes.
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