Alzheimer's disease & dementia
New evidence links sight loss to dementia
A new study suggests that sight loss in people over 71 years old may be linked to dementia. The study was published on July 13 in JAMA Ophthalmology.
Jul 14, 2023
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News tagged with blood pressure
Cardiology
Aggressive blood pressure control may prevent common heart condition
Heart conduction disorders can often lead to serious or fatal complications including complete heart block or heart failure. Left ventricular conduction disease occurs when there is an electrical blockage of the heart's normal ...
May 3, 2023
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Health
Shift work may harm the health of men more than women
Working nights can be tough on the body, and a new study suggests it might take a particular toll on men's health.
May 17, 2023
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Cardiology
A simple mouth rinse could spot early heart disease risk
What if we could identify the earliest warning signs of cardiovascular disease from a simple saliva sample? Scientists think they have found a way to do so. Gum inflammation leads to periodontitis, which is linked with cardiovascular ...
Aug 18, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Study suggests mild COVID-19 can have harmful effects on cardiovascular health
New research suggests that even mild cases of COVID-19 can have long-term detrimental effects on cardiovascular health.
Apr 26, 2023
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Health
Preventing Alzheimer's: Here's 6 ways you may reduce your risk
Alzheimer's robs its victims of their memories and there is no cure, but there are things you can do to prevent Alzheimer's disease.
Jun 19, 2023
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Surgery
What really works for weight loss?
As a popular diabetes drug takes social media by storm as a quick fix for weight loss, experts warn, not only is there no magic pill when it comes to losing weight, but this off-label use can actually backfire, possibly doubling ...
Mar 6, 2023
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Gastroenterology
Probiotics in kombucha found to mimic fasting and reduce fat stores in C. elegans model
In a new study, researchers found that the microbes in kombucha tea make changes to fat metabolism in the intestines of a model worm species that are similar to the effects of fasting. Robert Dowen at the University of North ...
Mar 28, 2024
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Health
A handful of blueberries a day could help improve brain function, lower blood pressure
New research from King's Faculty of Life Sciences and Medicine has found that eating a handful of wild blueberries daily has health benefits, including lowered blood pressure, faster reaction time, and improved memory and ...
Mar 30, 2023
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Health
Are you getting enough omega-3 fatty acids?
Omega-3 fatty acids play an important role in heart and brain health. They've been linked to a stronger immune system, reduced inflammation and lower blood pressure and triglycerides, reducing the risk for heart disease and ...
Jul 3, 2023
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