Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Bone strength could be linked to when you reached puberty
A new study from the University of Bristol has linked bone strength to the timing of puberty.
Aug 9, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Bone health management key in childhood cancer survivors
(HealthDay)—As part of a literature review, published in the June issue of the Annals of Oncology, recommendations are presented for the management of bone health in survivors of childhood cancer.
Aug 6, 2019
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Diabetes
Childhood BMI, HDL-C variability may up later-life diabetes risk
(HealthDay)—High variability in body mass index (BMI) and high-density lipoprotein cholesterol (HDL-C) during childhood are associated with an increased risk for later-life diabetes, according to a study published online ...
Aug 1, 2019
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Cardiology
High blood pressure, cholesterol in young adults associated with later heart disease
Elevated blood pressure and cholesterol levels in young adulthood may lead to an increased risk of heart disease later in life, regardless of later in life exposure to these risk factors, according to research published today ...
Jul 15, 2019
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HIV & AIDS
Lower than expected risk of bone density decline with Truvada PrEP
Researchers have shown that among users of pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) to prevent against AIDS that includes tenofovir (Truvada), those with daily use—very high adherence—had only about a 1% average decrease in bone ...
Jul 15, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Scientists map high-risk areas for hepatitis E
EPFL scientists have created the first world map of regions with the highest prevalence of the hepatitis E virus (HEV). They hope that their map—freely available online—will help governments and NGOs design more effective ...
Jul 11, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Do you need a bone density test?
Dear Mayo Clinic: I've never had a fracture or bone health issues. Should I still get a bone density test?
Jul 5, 2019
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
A common chemical in these household items linked to osteoporosis, study says
There are a few household products we use everyday, but they could increase your osteoporosis risk, according to a new report.
Jul 3, 2019
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Neuroscience
Cholesterol that is too low may boost risk for hemorrhagic stroke
Current guidelines recommend lowering cholesterol for heart disease risk reduction. New findings indicate that if cholesterol dips too low, it may boost the risk of hemorrhagic stroke, according to researchers.
Jul 2, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Physicians unaware of breast density laws, cancer risk
(HealthDay)—Physicians need more education about breast density and breast cancer screening, according to a study recently published in the Journal of Women's Health.
Jun 26, 2019
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