Addressing global disparities in blood pressure control
A recent study published in Cardiovascular Research explored reasons behind global disparities in blood pressure control, noting that region-specific solutions are needed to address this
Category: Lifestyle
Repeated childhood fractures could lead to repeated fractures in adulthood
If you were prone to breaking bones as a child, research out of the University of Otago should come as a warning—that painful tendency may
Stem cells may help replace lost sensory neurons
Sensory neurons of the peripheral nervous system, which sense touch, temperature, and pain, can be permanently lost during infections and trauma, in response to certain
Study links early TNF inhibitor treatment to higher heart disease risk in ankylosing spondylitis patients, with caveats
New research presented this week at ACR Convergence 2022, the American College of Rheumatology’s annual meeting, found that early initiation of tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
Restoring the gut biome after antibiotics could lead to better outcomes for ovarian cancer patients
Antibiotics routinely used in ovarian cancer care indiscriminately kill gut bacteria, leading to faster cancer progression and lower survival rates, according to recent Cleveland Clinic
Exercise protects breast cancer patients’ hearts against chemotherapy drugs
Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality in breast cancer survivors. A new study out of the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute has found
No increased cancer risk found in rheumatology patients with history of malignancy taking DMARDS and TNF inhibitors
New research presented this week at ACR Convergence 2022, the American College of Rheumatology’s annual meeting, found no significant difference in cancer risk in patients