In a recent study, it was found that certain blood markers linked to Alzheimer’s disease increase with age and are connected to known dementia risk factors. The study was published in the Journal of the American Medical Association and presented at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conference in Philadelphia.
Early Menopause Increases Risk of Lung Diseases in Smokers, Study Finds
Early menopause has been linked to a higher risk of lung diseases and poor health outcomes among smokers, according to a recent study published on June 13 in Thorax.
A study led by Dr. Xiaochun Gai from the University of New Mexico School of Medicine examined whether early menopause caused by surgery impacts lung health and if menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) offers protection against lung diseases. Data from 69,706 postmenopausal women were analyzed.
Pharmacists Help Reduce Stroke Risk in Older Adults
Community pharmacists are important in helping older adults reduce their risk of stroke by prescribing the right medicine. A study published on July 24 in JAMA Network Open shows this.
Concussions Common Among Police Officers, Leading to Mental Health Risks
A new study reveals that three out of four police officers have experienced at least one concussion, which raises their chances of developing mental health problems.
In Ohio, about 74% of law enforcement officers have suffered one or more head injuries throughout their lives, researchers discovered. Around 30% of these injuries occurred while on duty.
Botanical Supplements Linked to Rising Cases of Liver Injury in the U.S.
Botanicals like turmeric, green tea, and black cohosh may seem safe, but their overuse has been increasingly linked to liver injury.
New research suggests that 7% of U.S. adults are using at least one of the six leading botanicals, which equals about 15.6 million people.
Brain Power: The Hidden Struggles of Mental Effort
A new review shows that when people say a tough problem is making their brain hurt, they are not exaggerating.
It was discovered that mental effort can lead to unpleasant feelings in many cases. The study was reported on August 5 in the journal Psychological Bulletin.
Depression Increases Death Risk for Women with Breast Cancer, Study Shows
It was found in a new study that depression can significantly lower the survival chances of women with breast cancer.
Women with both breast cancer and depression are more than three times as likely to die compared to women without either condition. In comparison, breast cancer patients without depression are only 45% more likely to die than healthy women.
Disabled Individuals Face Challenges in Accessing Fitness Facilities
Many people with disabilities are not getting enough exercise because fitness centers do not have the right equipment or staff trained to assist them, according to a new study.
It was found that most commercial gyms make little effort to promote fitness for people with disabilities, explained Alexandra Jamieson, a research scientist at The University of Texas at Arlington Research Institute.
Short Exercise Can Offset Long Hours of Sitting, Study Finds
It was found in a recent study that hours spent sitting can be balanced with just minutes of active exercise each week.
People who sit for eight or more hours a day can reduce their overall risk of death, especially from heart disease, by performing at least 140 minutes of moderate to vigorous physical activity every week, according to the study results.
Potential Protection from Alzheimer’s with Fish Oil Supplements: New Study Findings
A new study suggests that fish oil supplements might help older adults at high risk for Alzheimer’s disease by slowing the decline of brain cells.
In the study, older people with a higher genetic risk for Alzheimer’s saw a slower breakdown of their brain’s nerve cells when they took fish oil capsules. The findings were reported on August 1 in the journal JAMA Network Open.
Daily Low-Dose Aspirin and Colon Cancer: New Insights
It has been known that taking a small dose of aspirin every day helps prevent colon cancer. But recent research shows that people who benefit the most are those with a higher risk of getting the disease due to their lifestyle.
Global Cybersecurity Crisis: Key Advice for Air Travelers with Health Conditions
In a significant cybersecurity incident on Friday morning, a problematic update from the cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike caused widespread disruptions across various sectors globally. The incident led to halted news broadcasts, grounded flights, and extensive system outages, impacting numerous industries, including healthcare.