Lower Occurrence of Alzheimer’s Indicators Linked to Diet Rich in Green Leafy Vegetables
According to research published in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, those who eat diets rich in green leafy vegetables, other vegetables, fruits, whole grains, olive oil, beans, nuts and fish may have fewer amyloid plaques and tau tangles in their brain, which are signs of Alzheimer’s disease, than those who […]
Continue reading Uncovering Genetic Variants That May Protect Amazonian Populations Against Chagas Disease
A new study led by Vanderbilt University professor Amanda Lea has identified genetic variants that may be responsible for protecting Amazonian populations against Chagas disease. By analyzing the genomes of 118 individuals from 19 Indigenous populations in Brazil, the team found a high-frequency variant of the PPP3CA gene in Amazonian populations that could be responsible […]
Continue reading Research Finds Long-Term GI Risk for Post-COVID Patients
A new study conducted by researchers from Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City has found that people who have been infected with COVID-19 are at an increased risk of developing gastrointestinal (GI) disorders within a year after infection, compared to people who haven’t been infected. The study looked at a group of almost 13,500 adults […]
Continue reading Study Investigates Link between Sleep Disturbances and Dementia Risk in Older Adults
A new study from the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, published by Elsevier, has looked into the relationship between sleep disturbances and dementia risk in older adults. By examining 10 years of prospective data from the National Health and Aging Trends Study (NHATS), a longitudinal panel study that surveys a nationally representative sample of Medicare […]
Continue reading Protect Your Kidneys This National Kidney Month
March is National Kidney Month, a time to remind us of the importance of our kidneys and how we can protect them from damage. Kidneys are vital organs that filter toxins from the bloodstream, flush excess fluids, regulate blood pressure, produce hormones, and create an active form of vitamin D for strong, healthy bones.[0] As […]
Continue reading VDH Reports 655% Increase in Syphilis Cases in Virginia
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) has seen a significant increase in syphilis cases over the past few years, with a 655% rise between 2003 and 2019.[0] This concerning trend has been identified by the Blue Ridge Health District (BRHD), which is now seeing more people, particularly women of reproductive age, being diagnosed with syphilis. […]
Continue reading New Drug Reduces Risk of Major Cardiac Events by 13%
A new study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has shown that a newer drug called Nexletol, which contains the active ingredient bempedoic acid, can significantly reduce the risk of major cardiovascular events.[0] The CLEAR Outcomes trial, which was funded by Esperion Therapeutics, enrolled 13,970 statin-intolerant patients between December 2016 and August 2019 […]
Continue reading Study Suggests Low-Carb, High-Fat Keto-Like Diets May Increase ‘Bad’ Cholesterol and Heart Disease Risk
A new study has suggested that a low-carb, high-fat diet, often referred to as a “keto-like” diet, may be associated with elevated levels of “bad” cholesterol and an increased risk of cardiovascular events such as blocked arteries, heart attacks and strokes. The American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session Together With the World Congress of […]
Continue reading Sleep Health Associated With Greater Weight Loss Success, New Study Finds
Sleep is an important factor in weight loss, according to a new study presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology, Prevention, Lifestyle, and Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions 2023. Researchers found that people with better sleep health had greater adherence to their weight loss plan, attending more of the program’s group sessions and meeting their daily […]
Continue reading Deep-Learning Algorithm Detects Alzheimer’s Disease with 90.2% Accuracy Up to Five Years Before Diagnosis
Researchers have developed a deep-learning algorithm that can detect Alzheimer’s disease with 90.2% accuracy, up to five years before a diagnosis.[0] This algorithm is based on neuroimaging data and could lead to more accurate diagnoses.[1] The research team, from Massachusetts General Hospital, explored the possibility of using routinely collected brain MRIs to detect dementia, a […]
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