The Essential Guide to Statins: Do You Need Them for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease?
A new study suggests that statins are vastly underused in the prevention of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Today’s celebrity media cycles follow a distinctive pattern.
New Guidelines Enhance Detection of High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy for Safer Outcomes
Updated guidelines for the detection of high blood pressure can lead to improved diagnoses of pregnancy-related high blood pressure, a study finds. High blood
Exploring the Link Between Refined Grain Foods and Heart Disease Risk
A new population-level study investigates whether or not refined grain foods are related to an increased risk of heart disease. Nowadays, many food guides
Link Between Sleeping Pill Use and Increased Blood Pressure Medication Needs
High blood pressure is a common condition among older people. Fortunately, blood pressure medications can reduce blood pressure and therefore reduce the cardiovascular risks
Comparing Clopidogrel and Ticagrelor: Which Blood Thinner Is Safer for Your Heart?
A large clinical trial funded by Astra-Zeneca compared the safety between two blood thinners – clopidogrel and ticagrelor. Heart attacks are the second leading cause of
Innovative Study Launches New Method to Detect Blocked Arteries Early
As discussed in a recent study, researchers are taking the initial steps towards developing a test to screen for reduced blood flow to the
Top Oils to Lower Bad Cholesterol: Your Guide to Heart-Healthy Choices
Have you ever wondered how the cooking oil you choose affects your cholesterol levels? Find out which oils can help you reduce bad cholesterol
Do Women Delay Seeking Help for Heart Attacks More Than Men? Insights and Facts
A recent study published in the European Heart Journal: Acute Cardiovascular Care examined if the delays between the onset of heart attack symptoms and
Exploring the Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Parkinsons Disease: What You Need to Know
A new analysis examined the types of gut microorganisms in Parkinson’s disease patients, to discover if the condition is associated with particular patterns of
How Artificial Sweeteners Impact Gut Bacteria and Your Health
A recent study examined the effects of common artificial sweeteners on two bacteria found in the human gut. The addition of the equivalent of
Effective Strategies for Current Clinical Management of Acute Kidney Injury
Acute kidney injury is a common condition seen by clinicians in different settings. An article published in the Clinical Kidney Journal this 2017 provided
Revolutionary Microneedle Pill Set to Replace Insulin Injections for Diabetes Management
Researchers from The Massachusetts Institute of Technology developed a new microneedle pill that can deliver insulin through the stomach, potentially replacing injections for patients
Unraveling the Truth Behind the Diabetes Management Rumour
Rumour: Patients with diabetes are able to manage their diabetes very well, as insulin pens and dosage are easy to follow. Truth: This is
Enhancing Overall Diet Quality to Lower Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A study by scientists at the National University of Singapore determined the importance of overall diet quality on the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Breakthrough Vaccine Offers Hope for Hay Fever Sufferers: Researchers Develop Innovative Treatment
Researchers at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark are developing a new hay fever treatment using genetically engineered vaccines targeting specific allergic reactions. One
Revolutionary Advances in Replacement Therapy for Type 1 Diabetes
Researchers at Helmholtz Zentrum Munchen- German Research Center for Environmental Health have recently made an exciting discovery which could prove beneficial for type 1
Understanding the Health Effects of Regaining Weight: What You Need to Know
In a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, researchers explored the effects of weight regain on various health outcomes. Obesity,
Two Key Factors Influencing Your Response to Diabetes Treatment
A recent study in the UK suggests that patients’ sex and BMI can have a profound effect on their response to certain second-line diabetes
Mastering Bread Making Techniques for Diabetes Prevention and Healthier Living
Eating carbohydrate-rich foods chronically can lead to consistently high blood glucose levels that result in insulin resistance and diabetes. The authors of this study
Unlocking the Benefits of Ubiquinol Supplements for Managing Type 2 Diabetes
The recent development of an innovative liquid ubiquinol supplement led researchers to examine possible ubiquinol benefits for type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes has