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How effective is the bivalent mRNA SARS-CoV-2 vaccine in preventing COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths?

Researchers examined the effectiveness of the bivalent mRNA vaccine against severe outcomes of COVID-19.

5 Jan 2023

Mediterranean diet may benefit health in part by incorporating moderate wine consumption

Many public health warnings have been issued against alcohol consumption, even in small quantities, though the evidence for such strict limits is controversial. The current study, published in the MDPI journal Nutrients, is a narrative review focused on clearing up some of the confusion associated with alcoholic drinks.

4 Jan 2023

Early intervention key to managing diabetes, cardiorenal, and metabolic diseases

A panel of US-based experts in cardiology, nephrology, endocrinology, and primary care has prepared specific recommendations for early identification and intervention in obesity, diabetes, and other cardiorenal and metabolic diseases. A detailed report on recommended strategies has been published in the Journal of Diabetes and its Complications.

4 Jan 2023

Researchers discover novel candidate drug targets for advanced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Using the latest technologies - including both single-nuclear sequencing of mice and human liver tissue and advanced 3D glass imaging of mice to characterize key scar-producing liver cells - researchers have uncovered novel candidate drug targets for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD).

4 Jan 2023

Synthetic tissue repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in pig model

Scientists have developed a synthetic tissue that repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in a pig model, in a study publishing January 4 in the journal Matter.

4 Jan 2023

The relationship between metabolic disease and alternations in lipid homeostasis

Researchers assessed the function of lipids in metabolic diseases.

4 Jan 2023

Dietary supplement can reverse the signs of heart disease in a subset of patients

When we were little, our parents told us to take our vitamins so we could grow big and strong. Now, researchers from Japan find that one particular supplement may even fix a broken heart.

4 Jan 2023

Salk scientists find a system-wide, molecular impact of time-restricted eating in mice

Numerous studies have shown health benefits of time-restricted eating including increase in life span in laboratory studies, making practices like intermittent fasting a hot topic in the wellness industry.

3 Jan 2023

New study to examine the effectiveness of stroke treatment for patients with disabilities

When conducting clinical research, investigators aim to control as many variables as possible so it is easier to examine the effectiveness of new treatments.

3 Jan 2023

Study supports association of the ε4 alleles and polygenic profiles with Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers

A new research paper was published on the cover of Aging (listed as "Aging (Albany NY)" by Medline/PubMed and "Aging-US" by Web of Science) Volume 14, Issue 24, entitled, "Associations of the APOE ε2 and ε4 alleles and polygenic profiles comprising APOE-TOMM40-APOC1 variants with Alzheimer's disease biomarkers."

3 Jan 2023

Cardiac MRI of individuals with acute or post-acute COVID-19

In a recent study published in the Journal of Clinical Ultrasound, researchers in Italy reported cardiac magnetic resonance (CMR) findings in individuals with myocarditis-like syndrome during the acute phase of SARS-CoV-2 infection (AMCovS) and post-acute phase (cPACS).

3 Jan 2023

Keeping hydrated can reduce aging and extend disease-free life

In a recent study published in the journal eBioMedicine, researchers assessed the association between hydration and aging.

3 Jan 2023

Benefits, challenges in the use of transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement for congenital heart disorders

Patients with congenital heart diseases often suffer from obstructions in the right ventricular outflow tract (RVOT), which carries blood from the heart to the lungs. These obstructions can be repaired with surgical procedures.

3 Jan 2023

COVID-19 vaccine safe for children who have had MIS-C

A study of children and adolescents who received a COVID-19 vaccination following multisystem inflammatory syndrome (MIS-C) found that there were no reports of serious complications including myocarditis or MIS-C reoccurrence.

3 Jan 2023

Advanced MRI tool can reveal new structural insights into atherothrombosis

Atherosclerosis is a long-term arterial vessel wall disease characterized by the build- up of lipid- rich and inflamed plaques.

3 Jan 2023

Two NIH-supported diets earn five No. 1 spots in in “Best Diets” report

Two National Institute of Health-supported diets, Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) and Therapeutic Lifestyle Changes (TLC), together earned five No. 1 spots in U.S. News & World Report's 2023 "Best Diets" rankings.

3 Jan 2023

Forest therapy could help people with anxiety and depression

You've probably felt it yourself at some point. After a walk in the woods, your shoulders drop several notches. Your heart stopped pounding. Your thoughts flowed a little more calmly.

3 Jan 2023

How can we characterize the burden of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 in the community?

Researchers characterized the burden of post-acute sequelae of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) [PASC] in community-dwelling individuals.

3 Jan 2023

Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon

Larry McMahon, who turns 80 this month, is weighing whether to undergo a major surgery. Over the past five years, his back pain has intensified. Physical therapy, muscle relaxants, and injections aren't offering relief.

3 Jan 2023

Good hydration may slow down aging and prolong disease-free life

Adults who stay well-hydrated appear to be healthier, develop fewer chronic conditions, such as heart and lung disease, and live longer than those who may not get sufficient fluids, according to a National Institutes of Health study published in eBioMedicine.

2 Jan 2023

Heart News and Research

How effective is the bivalent mRNA SARS-CoV-2 vaccine in preventing COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths?

Mediterranean diet may benefit health in part by incorporating moderate wine consumption

Early intervention key to managing diabetes, cardiorenal, and metabolic diseases

Researchers discover novel candidate drug targets for advanced non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

Synthetic tissue repairs injuries and restores normal erectile function in pig model

The relationship between metabolic disease and alternations in lipid homeostasis

Dietary supplement can reverse the signs of heart disease in a subset of patients

Salk scientists find a system-wide, molecular impact of time-restricted eating in mice

New study to examine the effectiveness of stroke treatment for patients with disabilities

Study supports association of the ε4 alleles and polygenic profiles with Alzheimer’s disease biomarkers

Cardiac MRI of individuals with acute or post-acute COVID-19

Keeping hydrated can reduce aging and extend disease-free life

Benefits, challenges in the use of transcatheter pulmonary valve replacement for congenital heart disorders

COVID-19 vaccine safe for children who have had MIS-C

Advanced MRI tool can reveal new structural insights into atherothrombosis

Two NIH-supported diets earn five No. 1 spots in in “Best Diets” report

Forest therapy could help people with anxiety and depression

How can we characterize the burden of post-acute sequelae of COVID-19 in the community?

Weighing risks of a major surgery: 7 questions older Americans should ask their surgeon

Good hydration may slow down aging and prolong disease-free life

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