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Persistent low wages linked to faster memory decline in later life

A new study by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found that sustained low wages during working years are associated with significantly faster memory decline in older age. Low-wage earners experienced approximately one excess year of cognitive aging per a 10-year period compared to those who never earned low wages.

SourceColumbia University's Mailman School of Public Health·JournalAmerican Journal of Epidemiology·DateAug 2, 2022

New US population study projects steep rise in cardiovascular diseases by 2060

Projected rates of cardiovascular risk factors and disease will increase significantly among minorities while decreasing among White persons. All four CV risk factors are expected to increase from 2025 to 2060, with the largest percentage increase in diabetes.

SourceAmerican College of Cardiology·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·TypeSystematic review·DateAug 1, 2022
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Increased heart disease risk from red meat may stem from gut microbe response to digestion

Research suggests that chemicals produced by gut microbes after eating red meat may contribute to cardiovascular disease. The study found a 22% higher risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease associated with increased red meat consumption, which was partly attributed to elevated levels of TMAO and related metabolites in the blood.

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalArteriosclerosis Thrombosis and Vascular Biology·DateAug 1, 2022

JAMA study, led by Heritage College faculty, finds association between high insulin dosage and cancer

A recent JAMA study found a positive association between high insulin dosage and cancer incidence among patients with type 1 diabetes. The study suggests that clinicians may need to balance cancer risk when treating patients on high insulin doses, with improving insulin sensitivity potentially being a preferred approach.

SourceOhio University·JournalJAMA·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 29, 2022

Daily insulin dose, cancer risk among patients with type 1 diabetes

A new study published in JAMA Oncology has found a significant association between daily insulin dose and increased cancer risk in patients with type 1 diabetes. The research, led by Yuanjie Mao, investigated the relationships between various risk factors and cancer incidence in this population.

SourceJAMA Network·JournalJAMA Oncology·DateJul 28, 2022

Regular consumption of quinoa can help to prevent type 2 diabetes

A recent study published in Nutrients suggests that regular quinoa consumption can help prevent type 2 diabetes. Researchers replaced carbohydrate-rich foods with quinoa and found a significant reduction in post-meal blood sugar spikes. By mitigating this spike, quinoa may play a crucial role in preventing the progression of type 2 dia...

SourceUniversitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)·JournalNutrients·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 28, 2022
Sky-Watcher EQ6-R Pro Equatorial Mount

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“One change a day makes 365 changes in a year”

A study published in the European Heart Journal found that making small behavioral changes can significantly reduce cardiovascular risk. Participants who received a lifestyle intervention showed improvements in physical activity, diet, and sedentary time, leading to decreased blood pressure and cholesterol levels.

SourceCentro Nacional de Investigaciones Cardiovasculares Carlos III (F.S.P.)·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateJul 26, 2022

CHOP-led study finds daycare linked to increased complications in preterm children with chronic lung disease

A multicenter study found that preterm children with bronchopulmonary dysplasia who attend daycare are more likely to visit the emergency department, use systemic steroids, and experience chronic respiratory symptoms. The risk of these complications is highest in infants under 1 year old and may persist until 36 months of age.

SourceChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia·JournalThe Journal of Pediatrics·DateJul 26, 2022
Apple iPhone 17 Pro

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Study shows link between frequent naps and high blood pressure

A study published in the American Heart Association's Hypertension journal found a significant association between frequent napping and an increased risk of high blood pressure and ischemic stroke. The researchers analyzed data from over 360,000 participants and suggested that naps may not be enough to make up for poor sleep at night.

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalHypertension·DateJul 25, 2022

Black patients found six times more likely to have advanced vision loss after glaucoma diagnosis than white patients

A new study found that Black patients are six times more likely to have advanced vision loss after a glaucoma diagnosis, highlighting the need for early eye screening in this population. The research analyzed nearly 210,000 participants and used artificial intelligence to identify visual field loss patterns.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalTranslational Vision Science & Technology·TypeImaging analysis·DateJul 25, 2022

Adolescent arterial stiffness – a novel risk factor for hypertension and insulin resistance in young adulthood and for type 2 diabetes mellitus in mid-adulthood

Arterial stiffness in adolescence is a novel risk factor for hypertension, insulin resistance, and type 2 diabetes in young adulthood and mid-adulthood. Risk factors include maternal smoking habits, early life smoking patterns, high salt intake, genetic inheritance, obesity, and elevated blood pressure from childhood.

SourceUniversity of Eastern Finland·JournalJournal of Hypertension·DateJul 25, 2022

New Hampshire and Northeast U.S. region’s high childhood cancer rates re-examined

A new study from Dartmouth Cancer Center re-examines claims of high pediatric cancer rates in New Hampshire, revealing the Northeast region has a statistically significantly higher incidence of cancer compared to all other U.S. regions. Within the Northeastern states, no single state is an outlier, with significant variations in incide...

SourceDartmouth Health·JournalCancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention·TypeLiterature review·DateJul 21, 2022
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Higher cardiovascular health may partially offset increased genetic risk for stroke

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that adopting a healthy cardiovascular lifestyle can significantly lower the risk of stroke, even for people at high genetic risk. The study used data from over 11,500 adults and estimated lifetime stroke risk based on polygenic risk scores.

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateJul 20, 2022

A healthy lifestyle can offset a high genetic risk for stroke, according to new research by UTHealth Houston

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association found that people with high genetic risk for stroke can reduce their risk by 30-45% by adopting a healthy cardiovascular lifestyle. The study followed 11,568 adults over 28 years and showed that modifying lifestyle risk factors can offset genetic risk.

SourceUniversity of Texas Health Science Center at Houston·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateJul 20, 2022

Cardiac death rates declined for both Black and white Americans since 1999, but racial disparities persist

Researchers found a decline in cardiovascular mortality rates for both Black and white adults over the last 20 years. However, significant disparities in cardiovascular mortality between Black and white adults continue to exist, particularly among younger Black women and those living in highly-segregated areas.

SourceBeth Israel Deaconess Medical Center·JournalCirculation·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 18, 2022
Sony Alpha a7 IV (Body Only)

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Risk factors in adults with cardiovascular disease are worsening over time despite advances in secondary prevention, study shows

A study of 6,335 American adults with a history of cardiovascular disease found that risk factor profiles have not improved over the last two decades. Despite advancements in therapies and guideline recommendations, blood glucose, blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body mass index, smoking, physical activity, and diet all showed worse...

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateJul 14, 2022

Baycrest study reveals whether you’re 18 or 80, lifestyle may be more important than age in determining dementia risk

A new Baycrest study found that individuals with no dementia risk factors have similar brain health as people who are 10 to 20 years younger. Lifestyle factors such as managing diabetes, addressing hearing loss, and quitting smoking can reduce cognitive decline by up to three years of aging.

SourceBaycrest Centre for Geriatric Care·JournalAlzheimer s & Dementia Diagnosis Assessment & Disease Monitoring·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJul 13, 2022
GQ GMC-500Plus Geiger Counter

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People from low socioeconomic backgrounds could reduce chronic kidney disease risk with regular exercise, study suggests

A study published in The American Journal of Medicine found that regular physical activity can substantially reduce the risk of chronic kidney disease in individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds. Participants with higher levels of fitness showed a significantly lower risk of developing the disease, even among those with low soc...

SourceUniversity of Bristol·JournalThe American Journal of Medicine·TypeObservational study·DateJul 12, 2022

Drinking alone foreshadows future alcohol problems

A new study from Carnegie Mellon University found that drinking alone during adolescence and young adulthood increases the risk of alcohol use disorder later in life, especially for women. Solitary drinking is a unique and robust risk factor for future alcohol problems, according to lead author Kasey Creswell.

SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalDrug and Alcohol Dependence·DateJul 11, 2022

Blacks found twice as likely to have atherosclerosis as Hispanics in young adult populations in underserved communities

A new Mount Sinai study reveals that young Black adults are twice as likely to have atherosclerosis as their Hispanic counterparts. Researchers used comprehensive questionnaires and 3D vascular ultrasounds to determine cardiovascular risk scores, finding significant discrepancies between the groups.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 11, 2022
Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm)

Apple Watch Series 11 (GPS, 46mm) tracks health metrics and safety alerts during long observing sessions, fieldwork, and remote expeditions.

Do fathers affect their partners’ susceptibility to preeclampsia during pregnancy?

Research suggests that paternal genetic factors play a role in susceptibility to preeclampsia, but the impact of paternal phenotype and lifestyle remains unclear. The study found no significant differences in socioeconomic background or health history between fathers with preeclamptic pregnancies and those without.

SourceWiley·JournalActa Obstetricia Et Gynecologica Scandinavica·DateJul 7, 2022

Prenatal exposure to chemicals in consumer and industrial products is associated with rising liver disease in children

A comprehensive study found that prenatal exposure to endocrine-disrupting chemicals is associated with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in children. The researchers measured 45 chemicals in pregnant women and found elevated levels of biomarkers indicating risk for liver disease in children who were more highly exposed.

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalJAMA Network Open·DateJul 6, 2022

Daily avocados improve diet quality, help lower cholesterol levels

Eating one avocado a day for six months improved overall diet quality by eight points and slightly decreased LDL cholesterol levels. However, avocados had no effect on belly fat or weight gain in participants with overweight or obesity.

SourcePenn State·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·TypeExperimental study·DateJul 5, 2022
Fluke 87V Industrial Digital Multimeter

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Neighborhood ‘redlining’ associated with increased risk of heart disease

A study finds that redlined neighborhoods are associated with increased risk of heart disease, comorbidities, and reduced access to healthcare. Residents of these neighborhoods face lower cholesterol screening rates, higher diabetes and obesity rates, and limited health insurance options.

SourceAmerican College of Cardiology·JournalJournal of the American College of Cardiology·DateJul 4, 2022

American Heart Association adds sleep to cardiovascular health checklist

The American Heart Association has revised its cardiovascular health checklist to include sleep duration as a key factor in ideal heart and brain health. The new Life's Essential 8 score replaces the previous Life's Simple 7 and assesses factors such as diet, physical activity, nicotine exposure, and blood pressure.

SourceAmerican Heart Association·JournalCirculation·DateJun 29, 2022
Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Pollution exposure associated with multimorbidity risk

A new study found that fine particulate matter (PM2.5) exposure is associated with an increased risk of having a cluster of multiple chronic diseases, particularly cardio-metabolic and respiratory conditions. The analysis revealed four distinct multimorbidity clusters, with lower PM2.5 exposure linked to musculoskeletal conditions.

SourcePLOS·JournalPLOS Global Public Health·TypeSurvey·DateJun 29, 2022
Creality K1 Max 3D Printer

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Population screening for fracture risk: A logical step in reducing the osteoporotic fracture burden

The International Osteoporosis Foundation proposes a screening strategy to identify women at high risk of hip fracture, which could lead to a reduction in treatment gaps and improved identification of fractures. The approach combines low-cost assessment with targeted intervention using low-cost generic treatments.

SourceInternational Osteoporosis Foundation·JournalArchives of Osteoporosis·TypeLiterature review·DateJun 29, 2022

Survey highlights gaps in multiple cancer screenings by women

A recent survey revealed significant gaps in cancer screening among women aged 50-64, with rates as low as 50% for colorectal cancer and 46.5% for both cancers. The study found that patient-centered approaches to screening can facilitate timely testing and management of abnormal results.

SourceeLife·JournaleLife·DateJun 28, 2022

Atrial fibrillation after surgery is linked to an increased risk of hospitalization for heart failure

A study of over three million patients found that post-operative atrial fibrillation increases the risk of hospitalization for heart failure. The risk is present regardless of whether surgery was performed for a heart condition, and can be as high as doubling in non-heart-related conditions.

SourceEuropean Society of Cardiology·JournalEuropean Heart Journal·TypeObservational study·DateJun 28, 2022
AmScope B120C-5M Compound Microscope

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IU researchers validate new screening tool to decrease suicidality risk

A new IU screening tool, Convergent Functional Information for Suicidality (CFI-S), has been validated to predict 80-90% of future suicidality. The tool identifies top risk factors such as feeling useless or unneeded, history of suicidality, and social isolation.

SourceIndiana University School of Medicine·JournalDiscover Mental Health·DateJun 27, 2022

Predicting the future: A quick, easy scan can reveal late-life dementia risk

A long-term study has found a connection between abdominal aortic calcification and late-life dementia risk. Researchers discovered that women with medium to high levels of AAC were twice as likely to be hospitalized or die from late-life dementia.

SourceEdith Cowan University·JournalThe Lancet Regional Health - Western Pacific·TypeObservational study·DateJun 26, 2022
Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter

Kestrel 3000 Pocket Weather Meter measures wind, temperature, and humidity in real time for site assessments, aviation checks, and safety briefings.

Environmental factors predict risk of death

A new study found that exposure to high levels of outdoor air pollution increases the risk of death by 20%, while living far from specialty medical clinics and near busy roads also poses a significant risk. The study's predictive model can help policymakers reduce disease burden in communities by mitigating environmental risk factors.

SourceNYU Langone Health / NYU Grossman School of Medicine·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeObservational study·DateJun 24, 2022

Specific environmental exposures may help predict increased risk of death from cardiovascular disease

A new study found that exposure to air pollution and indoor burning without ventilation significantly increases the risk of heart disease mortality. Researchers created maps of eight environmental risk factors across Golestan Province, Iran, and identified associations between death and these factors, controlling for traditional risk f...

SourceThe Mount Sinai Hospital / Mount Sinai School of Medicine·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 24, 2022

Increase in leptin levels in preeclampsia prompts cardiovascular cascade that puts mother and baby at risk

Researchers discovered that midgestation leptin surge in preeclampsia leads to endothelial dysfunction, blood vessel constriction, and restricted fetal growth. This finding highlights the crucial role of leptin in pregnancy and its potential consequences on maternal and infant cardiovascular health.

SourceMedical College of Georgia at Augusta University·JournalHypertension·DateJun 23, 2022
Rigol DP832 Triple-Output Bench Power Supply

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Infertility and pregnancy loss may increase women’s risk of stroke later in life

A large analysis of reproductive health data has found a significant association between infertility, miscarriage, and stillbirth with an increased risk of non-fatal and fatal stroke in women. Women who experienced recurrent miscarriages or stillbirths were at higher risk of stroke, particularly those with a history of infertility.

SourceBMJ Group·JournalThe BMJ·TypeObservational study·DateJun 22, 2022

NUS Medicine researchers discover glaucoma and chronic kidney disease have more in common than what meets the eye

Chronic kidney disease and glaucoma have been found to share common risk factors such as diabetes and hypertension, leading to a higher risk of developing both conditions. The study also reveals that patients with glaucoma are more likely to develop chronic kidney disease over time.

SourceNational University of Singapore, Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine·JournalEClinicalMedicine·TypeMeta-analysis·DateJun 21, 2022
Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor

Aranet4 Home CO2 Monitor tracks ventilation quality in labs, classrooms, and conference rooms with long battery life and clear e-ink readouts.

Surveillance of non-communicable diseases enhanced by big data

The article discusses how big data can improve non-communicable disease (NCD) surveillance by providing real-time information and reducing costs. This new approach uses electronic health records, national administrative data, and other datasets to track NCDs more effectively.

SourceHealth Data Science·JournalHealth Data Science·DateJun 20, 2022
DJI Air 3 (RC-N2)

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Studying COVID-19 spread during short conversations

A team of researchers from Indian Institute of Science used computer simulations to analyse speech aerosols and found the risk of infection was higher when one person acted as a passive listener. The study also suggests that turning heads away by about nine degrees can reduce the risk for speakers

SourceIndian Institute of Science (IISc)·JournalFlow·DateJun 17, 2022

New research delves into the contributors to obesity-related health disparities

This supplement explores the complex contributors to obesity and obesity-related health disparities, highlighting the role of social determinants, behavioral factors, and biological influences. Researchers propose strategies for improving population wellbeing and inform healthcare and public policy approaches.

SourceElsevier·JournalAmerican Journal of Preventive Medicine·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 17, 2022

Pregnant women with polycystic ovary syndrome at risk of heart complications during delivery, study finds

A new study links polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) to an increased risk of adverse cardiovascular events and pregnancy outcomes during delivery, including preeclampsia and peripartum cardiomyopathy. Women with PCOS are at a higher risk for heart complications compared to those without the hormone disorder.

SourceJohns Hopkins Medicine·JournalJournal of the American Heart Association·DateJun 16, 2022