Search Result For: cardiovascular
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
How Prioritizing Heart Health Could Lower Your Dementia Risk Later In Life
A new American Heart Association statement emphasizes the link between heart disease and cognitive decline. Prioritizing your heart health from childhood to midlife can help prevent dementia later in life.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
Standing More May Not Offset Effects of Sitting, Could Cause Circulatory Issues
Standing isn’t enough to offset the negative health effects of a sedentary lifestyle, according to a new study. Prolonged standing may increase the risk of circulatory diseases, such as varicose veins. Brief bouts of exercise or activity throughout the day is recommended to offset the effects of sitting.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 18:50
80% of Strokes Are Preventable. Here's How to Reduce Your Risk
New guidelines for stroke prevention from the American Stroke Association highlight unique risk factors for women and how social determinants of health impact stroke risk. The new recommendations emphasize the benefits of GLP-1 drugs, a balanced diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50
Heart diseases raise dementia risk: Could a common blood thinner lower it?
Recent research is looking at the way in which cardiovascular issue may play into the development of dementia, with one study suggesting that heparin, a common anticoagulant, may help delay Alzheimer's onset.
Date: 2024/11/03 - 00:50
Semaglutide boosts heart health, weight loss but may lead to gut problems
A new meta-analysis confirms that semaglutide drugs like Ozempic are not only effective for weight loss, but can also protect the heart. However, certain doses and delivery systems can lead to side effects affecting the gut.