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Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance made in the liver, and found in the blood and in all cells of the body. Cholesterol is important for good health and is needed for making cell walls, tissues, hormones, vitamin D, and bile acid.

The effectiveness of statins in PCOS management

The application of statins in the treatment of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

1 Feb 2024

Study explores the mediatory role of gut microbiota in metabolic syndrome and sleep disorders

Researchers described gut microbiota and metabolic alterations common to metabolic syndrome (MetS) and sleep disorders.

31 Jan 2024

New research identifies immune system activity as likely cause of long Covid

New research has revealed changes in our blood proteins caused by our body’s own immune defenses are the likely cause of long Covid.

30 Jan 2024

Study reveals significant health benefits of golden berries in diabetic and obese rats

The effects of a Golden Berry (Physalis peruviana)-enriched diet on insulin resistance and obesity.

30 Jan 2024

New review aims to help clinicians diagnose and manage PCOS

A recent review article in CMAJ explores the state of current knowledge on the diagnosis and treatment of this chronic disorder.

30 Jan 2024

American Heart Association report highlights disparities in heart disease, calls for equitable healthcare

The American Heart Association's report on heart disease and stroke statistics emphasizes health equity and addresses structural racism in healthcare, revealing disparities in cardiovascular risk factors and disease prevalence among different communities.

29 Jan 2024

New risk predictive model developed for effectively predicting multivessel coronary artery disease

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. The severity and prognosis of coronary artery disease are closely associated with treatment strategy choice.

29 Jan 2024

Optical coherence tomography reveals age-specific plaque vulnerabilities in STEMI patients

Announcing a new article publication for Cardiovascular Innovations and Applications journal. Age-related vulnerable characteristics of pancoronary plaques in patients with ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI) have not been systemically evaluated by optical coherence tomography (OCT).

29 Jan 2024

Legume intake among older adults improves cardiometabolic risk factors

The associations between cardiometabolic risk (CMR) factors and legume intake.

29 Jan 2024

New statistical tool improves the ability to find genetic variants that cause disease

A new statistical tool developed by researchers at the University of Chicago improves the ability to find genetic variants that cause disease.

26 Jan 2024

Sclerostin may protect against heart disease in patients with type 2 diabetes

A study carried out by the MP20-Biomarkers of Metabolic and Bone Diseases research group at the Biohealth Research Institute in Granada (ibs.GRANADA), led by UGR Professor Manuel Muñoz Torres, has provided significant insights into the role of sclerostin in protecting against atherosclerosis in patients with type 2 diabetes.

26 Jan 2024

Ouch. That ‘free’ annual checkup might cost you. Here’s why.

When Kristy Uddin, 49, went in for her annual mammogram in Washington state last year, she assumed she would not incur a bill because the test is one of the many preventive measures guaranteed to be free to patients under the 2010 Affordable Care Act.

26 Jan 2024

Social isolation poses greater mortality risk than loneliness in obese individuals, study finds

A study in "JAMA Network Open" reveals that social isolation, more than loneliness, is strongly associated with increased mortality risk in obese individuals compared to those with normal weight.

24 Jan 2024

Balancing efficacy and safety: The challenges of mRNA drugs and vaccines in modern medicine

Researchers analyzed the toxicity concerns and advancements in mRNA therapeutics, focusing on their cellular toxicity, reactogenicity, and distribution, and discussed the challenges and benefits of mRNA research.

24 Jan 2024

NHS health checks linked to reduced risk of heart, brain, kidney, and liver diseases

A study analyzing UK Biobank data found that individuals who underwent the NHS health evaluation had a lower long-term risk of various diseases and mortality compared to those who did not participate in the assessment.

24 Jan 2024

COVID-19 pandemic erases years of advances in cardiovascular health

New research confirms what public health leaders have been fearing: the significant uptick in the cardiovascular disease (CVD) death rate that began in 2020 has continued.

24 Jan 2024

Is a gluten-free diet always the healthier choice for women?

Study evaluates the impact of gluten-free diets on women's health, revealing benefits for specific gluten-related disorders but cautioning against unnecessary dietary restrictions.

23 Jan 2024

APOE4 genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease associated with increased risk of subclinical atherosclerosis

Scientists at the Centro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares in Madrid have found that one of the most potent genetic risk factors for Alzheimer disease, apolipoprotein E4 (APOE4), is also associated with an increased risk of developing subclinical atherosclerosis in middle age.

23 Jan 2024

The long-term outcomes of diabetes remission and its impact on health

Researchers examine the effect of diabetes remission on long-term health outcomes.

23 Jan 2024

Body mass index found to mediate causal associations between Helicobacter pylori infections and coronary artery disease risk

Coronary heart disease (CHD) and H. Pylori.

23 Jan 2024

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The effectiveness of statins in PCOS management

Study explores the mediatory role of gut microbiota in metabolic syndrome and sleep disorders

New research identifies immune system activity as likely cause of long Covid

Study reveals significant health benefits of golden berries in diabetic and obese rats

New review aims to help clinicians diagnose and manage PCOS

American Heart Association report highlights disparities in heart disease, calls for equitable healthcare

New risk predictive model developed for effectively predicting multivessel coronary artery disease

Optical coherence tomography reveals age-specific plaque vulnerabilities in STEMI patients

Legume intake among older adults improves cardiometabolic risk factors

New statistical tool improves the ability to find genetic variants that cause disease

Sclerostin may protect against heart disease in patients with type 2 diabetes

Ouch. That ‘free’ annual checkup might cost you. Here’s why.

Social isolation poses greater mortality risk than loneliness in obese individuals, study finds

Balancing efficacy and safety: The challenges of mRNA drugs and vaccines in modern medicine

NHS health checks linked to reduced risk of heart, brain, kidney, and liver diseases

COVID-19 pandemic erases years of advances in cardiovascular health

Is a gluten-free diet always the healthier choice for women?

APOE4 genetic risk factors for Alzheimer's disease associated with increased risk of subclinical atherosclerosis

The long-term outcomes of diabetes remission and its impact on health

Body mass index found to mediate causal associations between Helicobacter pylori infections and coronary artery disease risk

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