Diabetes, pollution and alcohol are biggest risk factors for dementia, study finds
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John Roszkowski
Apr 01, 2024
Diabetes, air pollution and alcohol consumption were found to be top risk factors for dementia, according to a UK study.
Walking at home may yield better outcomes than treadmill exercise for people with peripheral artery disease
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John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
Home-based walking exercises produced better outcomes for older adults with peripheral artery disease than supervised treadmill exercise, according to a recent analysis of clinical trials.
NIH to invest an additional $515M for long COVID research
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John Roszkowski
Feb 16, 2024
The National Institutes of Health has announced plans to provide an additional $515 million in funding over the next four years for the research and treatment of long COVID.
Regular exercise significantly lowers risk of death from flu, pneumonia: study
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John Roszkowski
May 23, 2023
Adults who engage in regular aerobic exercise and muscle-strengthening activity are at significantly lower risk of death from the flu or pneumonia, a new study found.
Obstructive sleep apnea may raise risk for early cognitive decline
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John Roszkowski
Apr 07, 2023
Individuals with obstructive sleep apnea may be at significantly greater risk for cognitive decline as they age, even among patients who otherwise are healthy and not obese, a new study finds.
New epigenetic ‘clocks’ seek to better identify causes of aging
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John Roszkowski
Feb 16, 2024
Massachusetts researchers have developed new epigenetic clocks designed to more accurately predict how people age and to gauge the effectiveness of aging interventions to increase longevity.
Study: Telemedicine visits effective for patients mulling surgery
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John Roszkowski
Jan 23, 2023
A new study by Vanderbilt University researchers suggests that use of telemedicine (also known as telehealth) may be just as effective for shared decision-making and communications between patients and...
Hypertension drug does not pose health risks, study finds
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John Roszkowski
Oct 13, 2023
New research suggests that a drug commonly used to treat hypertension is not dangerous, despite the concerns of some clinicians and researchers about potential health risks.
New leadless pacemaker could be available for patients this year
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John Roszkowski
May 23, 2023
A new leadless dual-chamber pacemaker for patients with heart issues could be available later this year, according to new research published last week and funded by Abbott Medical.
Complex medication regimens may be risky for dementia patients at home, study finds
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John Roszkowski
Mar 26, 2024
Complex medication regimens may be risky and burdensome for community-dwelling older adults suffering from dementia or mild cognitive impairment. Providers should look for ways to reduce overprescribing...