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6 Mens Apparel Essentials from SPC/LST
6 Mens Apparel Essentials from SPC/LST
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How to Work on Yourself: A Path to Healing and Self-Esteem
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Jul , 2024
Cardiovascular deaths decline, neurological and respiratory deaths rise
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Cardiovascular deaths decline, neurological and respiratory deaths rise

A new study published in The Lancet explores shifting mortality rates and mortality associations with body mass index (BMI) in England between 2004 and 2019. Study: Trends in all-cause and cause-specific mortality by BMI levels in England, 2004–2019: a population-based primary care records study. Image Credit: Ljupco Smokovski / Shutterstock.com Introduction The prevalence of obesity tripled […]

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Jun , 2024
Novo Nordisk presents key findings from semaglutide trials at ADA scientific sessions 2024
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Novo Nordisk presents key findings from semaglutide trials at ADA scientific sessions 2024

Novo Nordisk today announced the presentation of 34 abstracts highlighting the breadth of its portfolio at the upcoming 84th Scientific Sessions of the American Diabetes Association (ADA). The conference will be held in-person and virtually from 21–24 June 2024 in Orlando, US. Additional data from three landmark trials with semaglutide will also be presented in dedicated […]

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Mar , 2024
Research identifies optimal body weight to reduce cardiovascular risk in diabetes patients
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Research identifies optimal body weight to reduce cardiovascular risk in diabetes patients

New research being presented at this year’s European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Venice, Italy (12-15 May), identifies the optimum body weight range for adults with type 2 diabetes to minimize their risk of dying from any cardiovascular disease, including heart failure, heart disease, stroke, and chronic kidney disease. The findings, based on health data […]

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Mar , 2024
The efficacy of the Mediterranean diet on health outcomes in adults with cancer
Tag: Cardiometabolic

The efficacy of the Mediterranean diet on health outcomes in adults with cancer

Cancer treatment is often associated with undue weight gain, mostly due to fat deposition. The Mediterranean diet (MED diet) may help support such patients during this period. A new study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition explores the safety and benefits of this diet in adults with cancer, in addition to its feasibility in […]

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Mar , 2024
Childhood ‘lazy eye’ linked to increased health risks in adulthood
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Childhood ‘lazy eye’ linked to increased health risks in adulthood

Adults who had amblyopia (‘lazy eye’) in childhood are more likely to experience hypertension, obesity, and metabolic syndrome in adulthood, as well as an increased risk of heart attack, finds a new study led by UCL researchers. In publishing the study in eClinicalMedicine, the authors stress that while they have identified a correlation, their research […]

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Sep , 2023
Study explores hypertension risk in adults on TAF vs. TDF
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Study explores hypertension risk in adults on TAF vs. TDF

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, a group of researchers assessed the risk of hypertension and statin initiation in adults starting Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) with emtricitabine/tenofovir alafenamide fumarate (TAF) compared to those taking emtricitabine/tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (TDF), using data from Kaiser Permanente Southern California (KPSC). Study: Use of Tenofovir […]

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Sep , 2023
Study uncovers thousands of medication pairings linked to frequent dosage adjustments
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Study uncovers thousands of medication pairings linked to frequent dosage adjustments

In a recent study published in PLOS Digital Health, researchers investigated the complexity of polypharmacy and whether frequent dose adjustments were required for co-medications and drug pairs in hospital settings. Study: Study explores association between polypharmacy and dose adjustments. Image Credit:solarseven/Shutterstock.comPolypharmacy, a growing concern in healthcare due to multimorbid, aging populations, increases the risk of […]

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Jul , 2023
Do the benefits of dog ownership on cardiovascular disease and diabetes extend to US military Veterans?
Tag: Cardiometabolic

Do the benefits of dog ownership on cardiovascular disease and diabetes extend to US military Veterans?

A study published in Scientific Reports finds that dog ownership reduces the risk of cardiometabolic disease among US military veterans. Study: Dog ownership may promote cardiometabolic health in U.S. military veterans. Image Credit: MAKSYM CHUB/Shutterstock.comBackground Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. PTSD has been found to associate […]