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Nutrients deficiency pattern possible important risk factor for mortality in older adults with hypertension

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 12:07
Researchers determine the impact of nutrient deficiencies on mortality risk in older adults with hypertension.

Research finds sugar tax may lower childhood asthma hospital admission rates by 20.9%

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 06:08
The impact of the United Kingdom (UK) Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL) on childhood asthma hospital admission rates.

Natural antioxidants could delay age-related decline in male testosterone production

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 05:36
Natural polyphenolic compounds to enhance testosterone production and prevent age-related hypogonadism in aging males.

Differing definitions of iron deficiency lead to divergent estimates of prevalence, study finds

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 04:59
How different ways of defining iron deficiency (ID) impact the prevalence estimates of this common disorder among women.

AI revolutionizes malaria diagnosis with 97.57% accuracy using EfficientNet

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 04:30
AI tool that uses deep learning to examine red blood cell images in blood smears for the timely detection of malaria.

Waist-to-height ratio surpasses conventional metrics in predicting cardiovascular disease risk

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 00:46
Research shows waist-to-height ratio (WHtR) outperforms body fat percentage (BF%) and other central obesity measures in predicting ischemic cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk.

Gut bacteria turn dietary phytate into health-boosting fatty acids, study shows

Rss Feed - Wed, 06/12/2024 - 00:28
Study reveals that human gut bacteria, particularly Mitsuokella jalaludinii, efficiently degrade dietary phytate into short-chain fatty acids, enhancing health benefits through microbial synergy.

Adolescent obesity linked to higher stroke risk in women, study finds

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 23:57
Study finds that being overweight or obese in adolescence or young adulthood significantly increases the risk of cerebrovascular diseases, especially ischemic strokes, in women but not in men.

Caregivers' perceived age affects wellbeing of dementia patients

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 23:46
The felt age of spousal caregivers is connected to the felt age of their loved ones living with dementia, according to a study from the University of Surrey.

H5N1 influenza outbreak in Texas dairy cattle sparks multi-species transmission concerns

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 23:04
Study identifies H5N1 influenza as the cause of an outbreak among dairy cattle in Texas, highlighting the risk of multi-species viral transmission and potential implications for human health.

Few UK Alzheimer's patients suitable for new disease-modifying drugs, study finds

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 22:55
Few people in the UK with early stage Alzheimer's disease are likely to be suitable for the latest drugs which aim to halt progress of the condition, yet many are nevertheless likely to be referred for these treatments, finds research published online in the Journal of Neurology Neurosurgery & Psychiatry.

Study finds short-term side effects of COVID-19 mRNA vaccines boost long-term antibody response

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 22:51
Short-term adverse effects of COVID-19 mRNA vaccinations are linked to higher and longer-lasting neutralizing antibody responses, indicating robust immune efficacy.

Exposure to phthalates during pregnancy linked to increased risk of hypertension and preeclampsia

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 22:32
Study links phthalate exposure during pregnancy to a higher risk of hypertensive disorders, including preeclampsia. Findings highlight the need for preventive strategies to reduce this risk.

Study reveals unconscious fear of exercise in knee osteoarthritis patients

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 22:29
Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a common cause of pain and joint stiffness. And while physical activity is known to ease symptoms, only one in 10 people regularly exercise.

Antioxidants combat high-fat diet-induced female reproductive issues, study reveals

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 21:58
Researchers in Italy review how antioxidants from biological matrices can protect against reproductive issues caused by high-fat diets in women.

Attenuated virus helps eliminate cancer in mice

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 21:13
Northwestern Medicine scientists have discovered that an attenuated (weakened) virus can help eliminate cancer in mice.

High-flow oxygen technique equally safe as traditional anesthesia in pediatric tubeless airway surgery

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 21:09
A new high-flow oxygen technique is as safe as standard anesthetic methods during tubeless upper airway surgery in children, according to University of Queensland research.

How do extreme weather conditions impact maternal health in low-income and middle-income countries?

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 06:08
The disruption of infrastructure and decreased access to health and medical services due to extreme weather events.

Innovative blood test boosts accuracy of lung cancer screening

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 05:40
A blood-based, cell-free deoxyribonucleic acid (cfDNA) fragmentome assay for lung cancer detection.

Heavy cannabis use increases the risk of cardiovascular disease for women, study finds

Rss Feed - Tue, 06/11/2024 - 04:54
Whether cannabis use is linked to mortality.

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