Oncology & Cancer
Breast health during menopause
Your risk of breast cancer increases with age, especially after menopause. Around eight out of 10 breast cancer cases happen in women over 50.
Oct 12, 2023
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News tagged with density
Radiology & Imaging
AI-based tool efficiently estimates bone mineral density from X-ray images
Researchers from Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) have developed a machine learning-based method for the opportunistic screening and early diagnosis of bone conditions.
Oct 12, 2023
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Cardiology
Both high and low HDL cholesterol tied to increased risk of dementia
Having either high or low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, or "good" cholesterol, is tied to a small increased risk of dementia in older adults, according to a study published in the October 4, 2023, ...
Oct 4, 2023
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Cardiology
New study explains why people with obesity are at a higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease
Obesity is a public health problem worldwide that currently affects more than 40% of adults in the U.S. Alarmingly, more than 9% of the U.S. population had severe (Class 3) obesity in 2020, the highest designation with a ...
Oct 2, 2023
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Health
Three rules for adding weight to your backpack that will boost the benefits of exercise
Walking is a great exercise for keeping your physical and mental health in check. But if you're looking to give your daily walks a boost, you might want to give "rucking" a try.
Oct 2, 2023
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Health
France launches battle plan against bedbug invasion
The French government said Friday it was launching a concerted effort to fight bedbugs that have appeared in numbers in public transport, cinemas and hospitals.
Sep 29, 2023
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
New technologies aid in accurately identifying bone fragility
Dual energy X-ray absorptiometry (DXA) is the gold standard for assessing bone mass and evaluating fracture risk. But new technologies shed light on knowledge gaps not filled by DXA alone and sometimes suggest the need for ...
Sep 27, 2023
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Gastroenterology
Study finds connection between gut microbiome and bone density
There is growing evidence that a relative abundance of certain gut microbes may be related to skeletal health, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Endocrinology. If confirmed by additional research, the findings ...
Sep 22, 2023
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Medications
High-intensity statins underused with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease
Among patients with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), high-intensity statins are underutilized in routine care, according to a study published online Aug. 2 in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes.
Sep 19, 2023
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Health
How can I lower my cholesterol? Do supplements work? How about psyllium or probiotics?
Your GP says you have high cholesterol. You've six months to work on your diet to see if that'll bring down your levels, then you'll review your options.
Sep 15, 2023
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