Diabetes
Shorter people more likely to develop diabetes, study suggests
A poor diet and lack of exercise can lead to diabetes. But your height could also be a factor, according to a new report.
Oct 11, 2019
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News tagged with disease risk
Health
More evidence needed to assess impact of soda taxes, expert says
Recent nationwide polls show Americans are divided about soda taxes. Overall, people tend to be more supportive of calorie-labeling and removing sugary drinks from schools, but less so for a general soda tax.
Oct 09, 2019
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Diabetes
Maintaining weight loss beneficial for people with type 2 diabetes
People with Type 2 diabetes who regained weight forfeited the initial benefits of reduced risk of heart disease or stroke compared to those who maintained their weight loss, according to new research published in the Journal ...
Oct 09, 2019
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Cardiology
6 things every woman should know about heart health
Heart disease is the nation's leading killer of women. But paying attention to risk factors and living a healthy lifestyle can help keep heart disease at bay.
Oct 07, 2019
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Pediatrics
Researchers study link between low birth weight and cardiovascular risk
Low birth weight is linked not only to poor health outcomes at birth but also to chronic health conditions later in life.
Oct 03, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Growing—and aging—Hispanic population at risk for dementia
The Hispanic population over 65 will nearly quadruple in the next 40 years, eventually representing nearly 1 in 5 older Americans. And growing alongside the population will be the daunting challenge of age-related dementia.
Oct 03, 2019
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Cardiology
Running the numbers on high blood pressure
High blood pressure is a risk factor for many serious health threats, such as heart attack and stroke.
Oct 03, 2019
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Medications
Elderly who start thiopurine therapy for IBD have higher risk for adverse events
(HealthDay)—Elderly patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) are at higher risk for adverse events (AEs) related to the use of thiopurines, according to a study published in the October issue of Alimentary Pharmacology ...
Oct 01, 2019
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Health
Make neighborhoods green for heart health? The idea is taking root
Neighborhoods filled with trees, grass and other flora not only improve the air and clear the mind – they also can reduce heart disease risk, recent studies suggest.
Oct 01, 2019
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Cardiology
Simple cardiac risk score can predict problems with blood flow in the brain
A simple cardiac risk score can indicate who may have carotid artery plaque and silent strokes which often come before a serious clinical stroke.
Sep 30, 2019
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