Cardiology
Understanding pulmonary hypertension
February is American Heart Month, which makes this a good time to learn about pulmonary hypertension.
Feb 23, 2022
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Diabetes
Study finds strong association between prediabetes and heart attack risk
Prediabetes appears to be a strong independent risk factor for heart attacks, according to a new study presented Saturday, June 11 at ENDO 2022, the Endocrine Society's annual meeting in Atlanta, Ga.
Jun 11, 2022
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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 3, 2019
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Health
Know your blood pressure numbers and what they mean
You could have high blood pressure and not realize it. The only way to know for sure is to have your blood pressure tested.
Jun 20, 2023
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Health
Prevent heart disease one step and spoonful at a time
During American Heart Month this February, Dr. John Glenn Tiu, a preventive cardiologist at the Pat and Jim Calhoun Cardiology Center, is encouraging everyone to take action to prevent heart disease and also talk with their ...
Feb 18, 2022
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Cardiology
A big neck may mean you need to improve your health
Neck circumference predicts a deadly cluster of cardiovascular risk factors, according to research presented at the Asian Pacific Society of Cardiology Congress (APSC) 2019.
May 22, 2019
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Risk factors for dementia may vary with age, finds study
Which vascular risk factors are associated with the risk of developing dementia may vary with age. A new study shows that among people around age 55, the risk of developing dementia over the next 10 years was increased in ...
May 18, 2022
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Medications
Mounjaro has been authorized for weight loss in the UK—here's how it compares to Wegovy
The type 2 diabetes drug tirzepatide (better known by its brand name Mounjaro) has recently been authorized by the UK's medicines regulation authority for use in weight loss and weight management. The decision was made on ...
Nov 15, 2023
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Mayo Clinic Minute: What is chronic kidney disease?
Chronic kidney disease is the gradual loss of kidney function. Some people, including African Americans, Native Americans and Asian Americans, are at higher risk of developing chronic kidney disease. March is National Kidney ...
Mar 13, 2020
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Genetics
Signs of faster ageing process identified through gene research
New research has shed light on the molecular changes that occur in our bodies as we age.
Oct 23, 2015
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