Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease
Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.
How to Identify and Use Control Variables in Your Research
Control variables are vital in research to isolate effects and derive meaningful insights by preventing other factors from influencing outcomes.
Women's heart risk spikes after menopause, study shows
Nina White's heart attack was initially misdiagnosed; women's heart disease often goes unrecognized; postmenopausal women face increased heart risk due to dropping estrogen levels.
Red Alert for Women: Menopause Increases Risk for Heart Disease
Women face a significantly increased risk for heart disease after menopause due to hormonal changes and lifestyle factors.
How to Identify and Use Control Variables in Your Research
Control variables are vital in research to isolate effects and derive meaningful insights by preventing other factors from influencing outcomes.
Women's heart risk spikes after menopause, study shows
Nina White's heart attack was initially misdiagnosed; women's heart disease often goes unrecognized; postmenopausal women face increased heart risk due to dropping estrogen levels.
5 Major Warning Signs Of Sleep Apnea That Often Go Unnoticed
Consistent sleep signs despite healthy habits may signal a sleep disorder, warranting consultation with a sleep specialist.
3 new risks that Apple warned about in its annual report
Apple's updated risk factors indicate serious concerns about future product profitability influenced by geopolitical tensions and AI developments.
The American Heart Association Finally Took Sex Into Account for Stroke Risk - Are You In the New At-Risk Group?
The American Stroke Association's updated guidelines emphasize sex-specific stroke risk factors, particularly for women and people assigned female at birth.
A guide to breast cancer screening
Breast Cancer Awareness Month emphasizes the importance of screening and prevention, especially as diagnoses rise among women under 50.
How hurricane storm surges work-and worsen with climate change
Storm surge is the primary danger from hurricanes, leading to significant destruction in coastal areas.
Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed
Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
Dementia Is Often Preventable. Here's What You Can Do, According to the Latest Research
Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed through lifestyle habits.
Almost half of dementia cases can be fended off, study says
Almost half of dementia cases can be prevented or delayed by addressing health issues like vision and hearing loss, and depression.
Nearly Half of Dementia Cases Can Be Prevented or Delayed
Most Americans over 40 are worried about cognitive decline, emphasizing the need for awareness regarding dementia risk factors and preventive measures.
Dementia Is Often Preventable. Here's What You Can Do, According to the Latest Research
Nearly half of dementia cases could be prevented or delayed through lifestyle habits.
Almost half of dementia cases can be fended off, study says
Almost half of dementia cases can be prevented or delayed by addressing health issues like vision and hearing loss, and depression.
Los Gatos council allocates $60,000 for ongoing support of town's unhoused
The Los Gatos Town council allocated $60,000 for homeless initiatives, including supporting services like showers, restrooms, and temporary housing.
The council debated removing extreme heat and poor air quality as factors for the homeless program, with a focus on cold weather and possible wildfire risks.
Neurological conditions now leading cause of ill-health worldwide, finds study
Neurological conditions are the leading cause of ill-health globally, affecting 3.4 billion people in 2021.
The rise in neurological conditions is attributed to factors like population growth, increased life expectancy, environmental risks, obesity, and diet.
Tendon disorders are common and account for a significant number of consultations in rheumatology and orthopedic practices.
Repetitive forceful physical activity and certain medications are risk factors for developing tendon diseases.
Epidemiology of Male Breast Cancer
Socioeconomic factors, cancer stage, tumor characteristics, and Charlson-Dayo score contribute to higher mortality in male breast cancer patients.
Surgery is the most effective treatment for male breast cancer, followed by radiation, chemotherapy, and hormonal therapy.
Study suggests that unintentional weight loss is a signal to see a doctor
Unintentional weight loss is associated with an increased risk of cancer diagnosis within a year.
Recent weight loss is significantly associated with an increased risk of several types of cancer.
A Salt-Heavy Diet Is Now Linked To A Higher Risk Of This Common Disease
Eating too much salt is linked to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes.
Compared to those who 'never' or 'rarely' added salt to their meals, those who 'sometimes' had a 13% higher risk, while those who 'always' had a 39% higher risk.
How Family History Influences Your Drinking
Alcohol use disorder is highly heritable, with a three- to fourfold increase in risk for individuals with a family member with the disorder.
Genes contribute to approximately 50% of a person's risk for developing alcohol use disorder, while home and social environments also play a role.
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.
With youth suicide rates rising in Queensland, parents who have lost children are speaking out
Child suicide rates increasing in Queensland, mental health crisis nationwide.
Prevention efforts needed at federal and state levels to address complex youth suicide drivers.
Gun violence report will help city leaders craft intervention and prevention strategies - Austin Monitor
Austin's historically low gun violence rates spiked post-Covid, leading to increased homicides, prompting a detailed analysis by experts to identify risk factors and networks associated with violence.
Some Antidepressants May Cause More Weight Gain Than Others
Certain antidepressants like Lexapro, Paxil, and Cymbalta are associated with higher weight gain risk compared to Zoloft; Wellbutrin users are less likely to experience significant weight gain.
Prostate campaign on Piccadilly Circus giant screen
Prostate Cancer UK utilized Father's Day to promote prostate cancer screening through a billboard in Piccadilly Circus.
One in five children is overweight
Obesity among children and adolescents is a significant global health issue with increasing prevalence and diverse risk factors.