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High blood pressure while lying down linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke, death

People who had high blood pressure while lying flat on their backs had a higher risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure or premature death, according to new research to be presented at the American Heart Association's Hypertension Scientific Sessions 2023, to be held Sept. 7-10, 2023, in Boston.

7 Sep 2023

Blood clots may be a cause of long-term cognitive problems after COVID-19

High levels of two proteins at the time of COVID-19 have been found in patients who later experienced cognitive problems, including 'brain fog', giving a major clue as to one cause of their symptoms: blood clots.

7 Sep 2023

VAI scientists uncover mechanism that annotates genetic information passed from fathers to offspring

Van Andel Institute scientists and collaborators have identified a key part of a mechanism that annotates genetic information before it is passed from fathers to their offspring.

7 Sep 2023

Women using NSAIDs alongside hormonal contraception may be at increased risk of blood clots

Women who use non-steroidal anti-inflammatory painkillers alongside hormonal contraception appear to be at a small increased risk of blood clots known as venous thromboembolism (VTE), finds a large Danish study published by The BMJ today.

7 Sep 2023

The rise in anaemia among adolescent women in India: a comprehensive study on prevalence trends

In a recent study, researchers analyzed the change in the prevalence of anemia among adolescent women in India from 2015 to 2021.

7 Sep 2023

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

Researchers evaluated the impact of two diets on the intestinal and oral microbiota, cytokines, and metabolites of 200 pre-diabetic individuals.

7 Sep 2023

Exploring the benefits of walnut flour in gluten-free bread

Researchers evaluated the physicochemical, sensory, and spectroscopic characteristics of walnut flour (WF) as an ingredient for producing low-carbohydrate bread.

7 Sep 2023

How weight changes impact life beyond 90

In recent years, lifestyle changes that can improve longevity have gained a lot of interest. A new study examines the association of weight changes and deliberate weight loss on life expectancy at ages above 90 years.

7 Sep 2023

New study to determine if intermittent fasting or weight loss can slow aging

Studies have shown that intermittent fasting can help people lose weight and may be easier to follow than counting calories to lose weight, such as traditional calorie restriction.

7 Sep 2023

Amish-populated counties tend to have lower vaccination rates, but are not unvaccinated

This summer, viral misinformation claimed that the Amish did not vaccinate against COVID-19 and, as a result, had a death rate 90 times lower than the rest of the United States.

7 Sep 2023

Vaping e-cigarettes can be as harmful to gum and oral health as smoking traditional cigarettes

For years, it has been known that smoking can contribute to serious damage on gum and oral health, with smokers having more gum diseases, more tooth loss, and increased levels of oral cancer.

7 Sep 2023

Even in the most depressed county in America, stigma around mental illness persists

Sitting on a bench laughing with a co-worker during a morning smoke break, Debra Orcutt quickly raises her hand when asked if she knows anyone dealing with depression.

6 Sep 2023

World-renowned menopause experts summarize the state of menopause knowledge and advocate for further research

In a recent review published in Cell, a group of authors delved into the complexities of menopause, assessed its global impacts on health, and evaluated the effectiveness and safety of current treatments, emphasizing the importance of further research.

6 Sep 2023

High dietary intake of added sugars could increase the risk of coronary heart disease

The associations between individual dietary sugar types and the risk of coronary heart disease.

6 Sep 2023

Does dahlia flower extract have anti-diabetic properties?

The effects of an extract of yellow petals of Dahlia pinnata as a novel treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2D).

6 Sep 2023

Cholesterol crystals linked to diabetic retinopathy

Advancements that could lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, a common complication that affects the eyes, have been identified by a multi-department research team from Michigan State and other universities.

5 Sep 2023

OHSU scientists discover new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia

Researchers have discovered a new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia.

5 Sep 2023

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

The study investigates the effects of sweetened beverages on salivary insulin, aspartame, and alpha-amylase levels in healthy young adults. It found that diet soft drinks led to higher salivary aspartame and insulin levels compared to sweetened water, raising questions about artificial sweeteners' impact on metabolic processes.

5 Sep 2023

Study identifies racial and ethnic differences and emerging trends for deadly liver cancer

A new analysis of liver cancer has identified racial and ethnic differences and emerging trends for this highly fatal disease.

5 Sep 2023

Low-fat vegan diet can lead to a savings of more than $500 a year

Food costs decrease 16% on a low-fat vegan diet, a savings of more than $500 a year, compared to a diet that includes meat, dairy, and other animal products, according to a new analysis from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine published in JAMA Network Open.

5 Sep 2023

Diabetes News and Research

Latest Diabetes News and Research

High blood pressure while lying down linked to increased risk of heart attack, stroke, death

Blood clots may be a cause of long-term cognitive problems after COVID-19

VAI scientists uncover mechanism that annotates genetic information passed from fathers to offspring

Women using NSAIDs alongside hormonal contraception may be at increased risk of blood clots

The rise in anaemia among adolescent women in India: a comprehensive study on prevalence trends

Eating for health: how dietary interventions impact pre-diabetic oral and gut microbiome, metabolites and cytokines

Exploring the benefits of walnut flour in gluten-free bread

How weight changes impact life beyond 90

New study to determine if intermittent fasting or weight loss can slow aging

Amish-populated counties tend to have lower vaccination rates, but are not unvaccinated

Vaping e-cigarettes can be as harmful to gum and oral health as smoking traditional cigarettes

Even in the most depressed county in America, stigma around mental illness persists

World-renowned menopause experts summarize the state of menopause knowledge and advocate for further research

High dietary intake of added sugars could increase the risk of coronary heart disease

Does dahlia flower extract have anti-diabetic properties?

Cholesterol crystals linked to diabetic retinopathy

OHSU scientists discover new avenue of cell death in Alzheimer's disease and vascular dementia

Diet sodas trick your saliva: Study reveals how sweetened drinks impact oral enzymes and insulin levels

Study identifies racial and ethnic differences and emerging trends for deadly liver cancer

Low-fat vegan diet can lead to a savings of more than $500 a year

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