Study Reveals Impact of Long COVID on Exercise
A recent study has revealed that long COVID can have a significant impact on a person’s ability to exercise, beyond just causing chronic fatigue. Dr. Salman Bhai, the director of the neuromuscular center at the Institute for Exercise and Environmental Medicine at Texas Health Dallas, shared insights on how individuals with long COVID can still maintain an exercise routine. Dr. Bhai emphasized the importance of developing patient-specific exercise plans and goals in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, tailored to individual needs and focusing on gradual progression over 6 to 12 months. The approach to exercise for individuals with long COVID involves gently pushing oneself within the tailored plan, without trying to catch up to previous levels of fitness. Dr. Bhai’s insights provide hope for individuals dealing with long COVID, offering a structured and patient-specific approach to gradually reintroducing physical activity and improving overall well-being.
The Impact of Love on the Heart
Does love actually affect the heart? Experts weigh in on the impact of love on heart health, discussing both the positive and negative effects. While love isn’t a treatment for cardiovascular diseases, it can have a small impact on lowering some risks. However, intense emotional experiences, particularly negative ones, can lead to a unique heart condition known as ‘broken heart syndrome.’
Study Links Pregnancy Complications to Future Heart Health Risks for Children
Recent research presented at the Society for Maternal Fetal Medicine’s annual pregnancy meeting has revealed that children born to mothers with pregnancy complications like high blood pressure or diabetes are more prone to developing heart-related issues at a young age. By the age of 12, these children have a higher likelihood of being overweight and being diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or high blood sugar. The study, supported by the government and tracking 3,300 mother-and-child pairs globally for over a decade, emphasizes the correlation between healthy pregnancies and child health, but does not establish a cause-and-effect relationship.
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.