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High Prevalence of Arthritis Symptoms Found in Psoriasis Patients: Study

An international study has revealed significant findings regarding the risk of arthritis in individuals with psoriasis. So far, the study has included 712 patients, which is 25% of the total studied and has shown a substantial number of them experiencing joint problems. This research, conducted by experts from Oxford University, University College Dublin, and supported ...click here to read more

Overcoming Misconceptions: Encouraging Physical Activity in Knee Osteoarthritis Patients

Knee osteoarthritis (OA) is a condition that causes pain and stiffness in the knee joint. While doctors know that physical activity can help ease these symptoms, only about one out of every ten people with knee OA actually exercises regularly. Researchers at the University of South Australia conducted a unique study to understand why people ...click here to read more

Narcolepsy Linked to Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Adverse Cardiac Events

Two new studies to be presented at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting highlight that narcolepsy is a significant risk factor for adverse cardiac events and cardiovascular disease. The studies reveal that individuals with narcolepsy, compared to those without the condition, face a 77% higher risk of developing any cardiovascular disease and an 82% higher risk ...click here to read more

Dehydration Can Lead to Cognitive Decline Among Middle Age And Older Adults: Study

Dehydration can cause a range of issues, from minor mood changes to serious health problems. Penn State’s Department of Biobehavioral Health researchers studied how dehydration affects thinking skills. They discovered that even being a little dehydrated can make it harder for people to focus on tasks for a long time. This highlights the importance of ...click here to read more

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Evening Aerobic Exercise Improves Blood Pressure Control In Elderly

Aerobic training is known to control blood pressure more effectively when done in the evening compared to the morning. Researchers in Brazil at the University of São Paulo’s School of Physical Education and Sports (EEFE-USP) found that exercising in the evening helps regulate blood pressure better due to improved cardiovascular control by the autonomic nervous ...click here to read more

New study finds genetic link between IBD and Parkinson’s disease

Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have discovered a genetic link connecting inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) with Parkinson’s disease (PD). This discovery could lead to new treatments that address both conditions. The research team, led by Dr. Meltem Ece Kars, Dr. Inga Peter, and Dr. Yuval Itan, used advanced genomic techniques ...click here to read more

New Research Suggesting Getting Enough Sleep Helps Prevent Osteoporosis

At the recent University of Colorado Department of Medicine’s Research Day, Dr. Christine Swanson talked about her study on whether getting enough sleep could help prevent osteoporosis. Dr. Swanson explained that osteoporosis can happen for various reasons, like hormonal changes, aging, and lifestyle habits. Some patients she sees have osteoporosis without a clear reason. So, ...click here to read more

Keeping Blood Sugar in Check After Stroke: Key to Recovery

A recent trial suggests that controlling blood sugar levels in stroke patients who’ve received powerful clot-busting drugs could improve their chances of survival. High blood sugar increases the risk of a dangerous brain bleed after clot-busting drugs reopen blocked brain arteries. This was seen particularly in older patients who had experienced severe strokes, researchers found. ...click here to read more

How Physical Activity Protects Your Heart by Reducing Stress Signaling in the Brain

Recent research suggests that engaging in physical activity can decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease by reducing stress-related signals in the brain. A study was led by researchers at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). It was published in the American College of Cardiology Journal. The research discovered that individuals facing stress-related conditions such as depression saw ...click here to read more

Don’t Ignore Chest Pain: New Study Helps Identify Those Most at Risk for Heart Attack

Researchers at Keele University have made significant progress in understanding how to better prevent future heart attacks in individuals experiencing unexplained chest pain. This breakthrough could potentially benefit millions of people who visit their GP every year in the UK due to chest discomfort. Despite undergoing various tests, many individuals remain undiagnosed, leaving their condition ...click here to read more

New Study Links Prolonged Inactivity to Age-Specific Changes in Cholesterol Dynamics

A recent study delving into cholesteryl esters reveals how extended periods of inactivity might impact individuals, particularly as they age. Cholesteryl esters, compounds formed by linking cholesterol with fatty acids, are crucial in transporting cholesterol throughout the body. As people grow older, their chances of being confined to a hospital bed or experiencing prolonged periods ...click here to read more