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Having a heart attack can raise a person’s risk for other cardiovascular conditions. Following a heart attack, doctors typically prescribe a combination of therapies, including medications like beta-blockers. A new study found that people who...
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The rate of neurodegenerative conditions is growing globally, meaning that a lot of research is into prevention of these problems. There has been some research suggesting that a type of type 2 diabetes drugs called...
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There are two main types of cholesterol in the body — HDL or “good” cholesterol, and LDL or “bad” cholesterol. Having higher levels of LDL cholesterol can potentially lead to atherosclerosis and atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease...
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Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD) is a molecule derived, among others, from vitamin B3. Recent studies have highlighted the role it plays in maintaining body systems ‘youthful’, which has led to the suggestion that NAD supplementation...
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Which came first, depression or insomnia? And why do some people with depression sleep too little and others too much? Research shows sleep and mental health share a complex, two-way relationship, but how do we...
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A new study finds an association between hearing loss and cognitive decline via shared changes in the brain. Structural atrophy and functional decline coupled together in specific areas of the brain correlated with both ‘worsening...
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A newly published perspective article examines the future of preventive healthcare enabled by technological advances. The authors argue that multiple relatively minor factors converge to cause serious chronic conditions such as heart disease, type 2...
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A mix of healthy lifestyle choices, such as getting enough physical activity, can help people live a longer, healthier life. However, the types of physical activity best for longevity remain underexplored. A new study says...
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A recent study examined the relationship between glucose levels, insulin, and brain health. Researchers found an association between higher post-meal glucose levels and an increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease. Further research is now required to...
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About every 1 in 9 adults globally is living with diabetes, and over 90% of those cases are type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can be hard to diagnose for several reasons. A study discussed...
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