Proactive Management of High Cholesterol: Insights and Tips from Dr. Eric Brandt
Learn from Dr. Eric Brandt, Director of Preventive Cardiology at the University of Michigan, about the importance of managing high cholesterol to reduce the risk of heart disease. Discover insights and tips for effective cholesterol management, including the role of diet, lifestyle, and genetics, as well as the potential impact of a healthy whole food plant-based diet. Understand the interplay between genetics and lifestyle choices in mitigating the risk of heart events, and the potential need for medication when necessary.
New Scientific Statement Emphasizes Heart Disease Threat to Women
The American Heart Association’s new scientific statement emphasizes the need for increased awareness and prevention strategies for heart disease in women. It highlights gender-specific risk factors, the importance of targeted public health interventions, and the necessity to address social determinants of health to ensure equity in healthcare access and quality, particularly among Asian, Black, and Hispanic adults in the U.S.
Alaska Resident Dies from Rare Alaskapox Virus
An Alaska resident has passed away due to complications of a rare virus called Alaskapox, marking the first instance of an Alaskapox infection resulting in hospitalization and death. The virus typically occurs in small animals, with no reports of human-to-human spread. Health officials are working to understand and contain the spread of Alaskapox to prevent further cases and fatalities.
Ancient Primate Ancestors’ Appetite for Soft Fruits Shaped Human Evolution
Research on early anthropoids suggests a diet high in soft fruits, with tooth decay in some individuals indicating a diet ripe and high in sugar. This has important implications for understanding how our earliest ancestors adapted and evolved. Genetic and molecular studies, along with fossil evidence, indicate the period from 40 to 25 million years ago was a critical phase for the evolution and spread of anthropoid primates.
Understanding Ketamine and How It Works
Learn what ketamine is and how it works in the brain. Discover how ketamine therapy can help with depression and anxiety. Get insights from experts on the use of ketamine and its effects.
5 Exercise Routines to Help Control Blood Sugar Levels
Struggling to control your blood sugar levels? Regular exercise is a powerful tool in managing and regulating blood sugar. Incorporate these 5 exercise routines into your daily life to help control blood sugar levels and improve overall well-being.
AI-VISION Study Launched to Improve Precision Therapy in Breast Cancer
Researchers from ICR, the Royal Marsden, and experts from the University of Durham and Concr are launching an AI-based clinical study to improve precision therapy in breast cancer. The AI-VISION study will profile tissue samples from patients with triple-negative breast cancer to define and validate biomarkers of chemotherapy response. This two-year study, funded by Innovate UK, aims to deliver precision medicine and improve clinical decision-making for cancer patients.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital Completes First Barostim Baroreflex Activation Therapy Implant in Minnesota
Allina Health’s Abbott Northwestern Hospital achieves a major milestone with the first Barostim Baroreflex Activation Therapy implant in Minnesota. The groundbreaking procedure offers hope to heart failure patients by potentially reducing symptoms and improving quality of life. This achievement also marks a significant milestone for CVRx, as it is the company’s first Barostim implant in the United States.
Science-Backed Ways to Improve Your Mood
Looking for a pick-me-up? One of the simplest science-backed ways to improve your mood is to get outside in nature. Spending time in nature can help reduce stress, improve mood, and keep you healthy. Additionally, listening to birds has been shown to have a positive effect on mood. Find out more about these science-backed self-care tips and how they can help improve your mental health.
African countries unite to fight against cervical cancer
Health campaigners in Africa emphasize the need for policy realignment, technology investment, and public education to combat cervical cancer. With high caseload and deaths, policymakers and health advocates from 13 African countries are meeting in Kenya to discuss new tools and interventions. The focus is on policy reforms, funding, vaccination, and training of health workers to reduce the burden of cervical cancer in Africa.