Tag: health
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Involuntary Weight Loss For Aging Women Does Not Guarantee Longer Lifespan But Sign Of Ill Health
An involuntary weight loss for aging women does not guarantee a longer lifespan but rather a sign of ill health. Involuntary Weight Loss for Aging Women Was Less Likely to Increase Longevity Compared to Maintaining Weight An involuntary weight loss for aging women from 60 years old and above was less likely to increase longevity…
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Drug Price Negotiation Brings Insulin and More Under Scrutiny for Savings
The authority for this action has been derived from the recently enacted Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The Biden Administration has unveiled its intention to initiate drug price negotiation for a set of medications, with a keen focus on insulin and nine other drugs The IRA, despite facing significant lobbying efforts, particularly from the pharmaceutical industry,…
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Gene Variant Links Higher Parkinson’s Risk in People of African Descent, New Study Reveals
The study, which delved into the genetic profiles of diverse populations, has shed light on a gene variant prevalent among people of African origin, associated with a heightened risk of developing Parkinson’s. Scientists have uncovered a significant genetic connection that links people of African heritage to an increased susceptibility to Parkinson’s disease Researchers embarked on…
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New Obesity Treatments Revolutionize Weight Management Landscape
The global challenge of obesity has reached critical proportions, with approximately 1 billion individuals classified as obese in 2020 according to body mass index (BMI) standards. Groundbreaking interventions termed “new obesity treatments” are taking center stage, offering innovative avenues for addressing this burgeoning public health crisis Obesity, a condition linked to a host of severe…
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Decrease Stroke Risk: Adequate Sleep Temperature Linked to Improved Sleep Quality in Older Adults
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have previously estimated that 35% of US adults experience insufficient sleep regularly, increasing the likelihood of various health issues, including stroke. A new study conducted by researchers from the Hinda and Arthur Marcus Institute for Aging Research highlights the importance of optimizing bedroom temperature to decrease stroke risk…
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Dehydration and Blood Pressure: The Vital Connection for Heart Health
Maintaining optimal health requires not just one, but two interconnected factors: proper hydration and maintaining healthy blood pressure levels. The intricate relationship between dehydration and blood pressure plays a pivotal role in overall well-being, impacting various organs including the heart, kidneys, and brain Dr. Mary Greene, a cardiologist from Manhattan Cardiology, highlights that around 90…
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Methodist University Hospital Earns Third Consecutive Recognition for Excellence in Cardiovascular Emergency Care
The highly esteemed National Cardiovascular Data Registry Chest Pain ― MI Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award for 2023 has once again been conferred upon Methodist University Hospital by the American College of Cardiology. Methodist University Hospital continues to make waves in the medical field as it secures its third consecutive annual recognition as one of…
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Child’s Condition Prompts Mother’s Warning: Brain Tumor Misdiagnosed as Virus Leads to Paralysis
Keiley Ebbs, 38, sheds light on her ordeal as her child’s condition, Jett, grapples with paralysis stemming from a brain tumor that was initially misdiagnosed as a virus. A heartfelt warning resonates as a mother from England emphasizes the significance of vigilance in the face of a child’s condition The distressing journey has spurred her…
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Breakthrough Ultrasound Technique Induces Hibernation-Like State in Rodents, Opening New Avenues for Critical Care Treatment
Researchers have employed ultrasound technology to initiate a hibernation-like state in rodents, mirroring the natural survival mechanism called torpor. A breakthrough study from Washington University in St. Louis has brought us one step closer to realizing science fiction’s dream of hibernation-like suspended animation Published in Nature Metabolism, this research holds potential for critical care treatment…
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Rare Case of Locally Acquired Malaria Detected in Maryland’s National Capital Region
The Maryland Department of Health has confirmed and disclosed the occurrence of the locally acquired malaria infection. A case of locally acquired malaria has been identified by health authorities in Maryland’s National Capital Region Notably, the individual affected had not undertaken recent international or interstate travel. Highlighting the rarity of such cases, Maryland Department of…