Research on what raises a person's risk of disease and injury. Covers cardiovascular and aneurysm risk, medication in pregnancy, youth behavior, and suicide risk.
A study of breast cancer risk factors in young women suggests that risk assessment and prevention should start much earlier in life. The study found a link between breast tissue composition in young women and the risk of breast cancer in middle age and older.
Researchers found that optimal levels of LDL, HDL, triglycerides, and blood pressure significantly reduce the risk of another stroke. People who reached optimal levels in all four risk factors were 65% less likely to have another stroke.
A comprehensive study estimates that smoking and high blood pressure cause nearly half of the US adults' preventable deaths. The analysis highlights the potential for targeted interventions to reduce these deadly risk factors.
The journal's new evidence-based approach prioritizes the impact of diseases and risk factors that cause significant years lost to healthy life worldwide. It also emphasizes the importance of considering social, environmental, and political determinants of health alongside biological causes.
A new study found that smoking, high blood pressure, and being overweight are the leading preventable causes of death in the US, responsible for 467,000, 395,000, and 216,000 premature deaths annually. The study's findings highlight the importance of modifiable risk factors and call for increased public health efforts to address these ...
A new study found that donor-related risk factors, yet to be identified, contribute measurably to the success or failure of kidney transplants. The study examined pairs of recipients who received kidneys from the same deceased donor and found significant correlations between unmeasured risk factors and delayed graft function and kidney...
Researchers found that patient-tailored treatment regimens may have a more positive impact than strict glycemic control in managing type 2 diabetes. Additionally, universal insurance coverage may reduce race-based health care disparities by improving chronic disease control among patients from different racial or ethnic groups.
A new human study confirms that eating tart cherries increases antioxidant levels in the body, with benefits potentially including reduced heart disease risk. Researchers found increased antioxidant activity for up to 12 hours after consuming one and a half cups of frozen tart cherries.
A Chinese study found sex-specific risk factors for gallstone disease in men and women. The study revealed a positive association between diabetes and gallstone disease in men, but not in women. In contrast, hypertriglyceridemia and obesity showed a stronger association with gallstone disease in women.
A recent study published in World Journal of Gastroenterology reveals that only 10% of stomach cancer cases in Chile survived 5 years due to late consultation. This highlights the importance of implementing cost-effective mass early detection programs, particularly in high-risk areas.
The article discusses various risk factors that contribute to suicide, including male sex, psychiatric disorders, unemployment, and easy access to means. Mental health problems, such as depression and bipolar disorder, significantly increase the risk of suicide.
The UCLA center aims to prevent second strokes in survivors by exploring innovative models of care and neighborhood interventions that reduce risk factors. Researchers will collaborate with community partners on studies to develop effective preventive treatments.
Researchers found that countries with high levels of ethnic exclusion are more likely to experience civil war. The study, led by UCLA professors Andreas Wimmer and Lars-Erik Cederman, analyzed data on ethnic power relations in 155 countries from 1946 to 2005.
Research published in the Journal of Developmental and Behavioural Pediatrics found that nearly 90% of Tourette syndrome cases exist in conjunction with another disorder, most frequently ADHD. Perinatal factors such as low birth weight, prematurity, and maternal smoking increase the risk of co-occurring ADHD in children with Tourette.
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found a common genetic variant linked to increased ischemic stroke risk in the US, affecting approximately 20% of whites and 10% of blacks. This discovery may lead to new strategies for detecting at-risk individuals and developing targeted treatments.
A new study reveals genetic risk factors for autoantibody-negative RA and show that these risks also apply to ACPA-negative RA. The study found a high heritability of RA in both forms, with HLA SE alleles contributing less to the genetic variance of ACPA-negative RA.
A woman developed a large blood clot in her left leg after eating grapefruit for breakfast every morning on an aggressive weight-loss diet. Treatment with clot-busting medication and a stent resolved the issue, but underlying factors included oral contraceptive use and an inherited mutation.
Researchers at Emory University School of Medicine developed the Health ABC Heart Failure Model to predict risk of new onset heart failure in the elderly. The model, validated with a separate library of patient data, identifies high-risk individuals for targeted interventions.
A study found a strong association between birth defects and increased pesticide levels in surface water across the US, particularly for women conceiving in April to July. Elevated pesticide concentrations coincided with peak birth defect rates, suggesting a potential link between pesticide exposure and birth defects.
A polypill containing a statin, aspirin, and three blood pressure-lowering drugs significantly reduced systolic and diastolic blood pressure in healthy individuals. The formulation also lowered LDL cholesterol, heart rate, and urinary 11-dehydrothromboxane B2, but to a lesser extent than with individual components alone.
Researchers discovered a significant link between schizophrenia and type 2 diabetes in a study of 50 people newly-diagnosed with schizophrenia. The study found that 16% of participants had either diabetes or abnormal glucose metabolism rates.
A study found that children and siblings of individuals with venous thrombosis have a higher risk of developing the condition. Family history was associated with a more than two-fold increase in risk, even if no known genetic factors were present.
A study published in Archives of Internal Medicine found that high triglyceride levels are common in the US population, affecting 33.1% of participants. Lifestyle interventions, such as physical activity and weight management, are recommended as the primary treatment for hypertriglyceridemia.
A new report from the University of Southampton finds that long-term daily drinking is the biggest risk factor for serious liver disease. The study suggests that regular drinking patterns can be discernible at an early age and recommends several alcohol-free days a week as a healthier pattern.
Researchers found that parents are likely to misperceive their child's weight, especially those who are overweight themselves. This disconnect can lead to delayed intervention and increased risk of pediatric obesity-related complications. The study highlights the importance of accurate parental perception in addressing childhood obesity.
A study published in Epilepsia finds that individuals with epilepsy are at a higher risk of depression, with racial minorities having seven times the odds of depression compared to Caucasians. The study suggests routine screening and targeted interventions for depression are needed to help serve those with epilepsy.
A new study by University of South Florida researchers finds that black young adults are hospitalized for stroke at a rate three times higher than their white and Hispanic peers. The study highlights the urgent need to reduce major stroke risk factors among African-Americans.
A German study found that people who have had a heart attack are more than three times as likely to have been in traffic within an hour of their symptoms. Driving or riding in heavy traffic poses an additional risk of eliciting a heart attack, especially for females, elderly males, and those with a history of angina.
Systematic literature reviews and meta-analyses support the use of risk assessment models combined with breast density information to identify high-risk postmenopausal women. Lifestyle factors such as exercise, weight reduction, and reduced alcohol intake also show promise in reducing breast cancer risk.
Researchers at Columbia University Medical Center found that diabetes and high cholesterol are associated with faster cognitive decline in Alzheimer's patients. The study also suggests that controlling vascular conditions may help delay the progression of the disease.
Research identifies elderly patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors as higher risk for stroke and heart attack after IVIg treatment, while those with fewer risk factors have lower likelihood. The study provides guidance for physicians counseling patients on IVIg treatment risks.
A new study in Annals of Internal Medicine found that patients connected to a specific primary care physician are more likely to receive guideline-consistent care than those without a connection. Researchers also discovered that connectedness was associated with smaller disparities in screening rates, but not race or ethnicity.
A new study forecasts the likelihood of climate factors matching at geographically distant airline departure and destination points, enabling more efficient detection and interception of invasive species. The model uses recent forecast data for climate change and air traffic volumes, predicting a peak risk in June 2010.
A new study suggests that drinking alcohol in early adulthood may increase the risk of reflux esophagitis (RE) and Barrett's esophagus (BE), while wine consumption may reduce this risk. Higher education levels are also inversely associated with BE risk, suggesting socioeconomic status plays a role in the development of these conditions.
A new risk score has been developed to identify people at risk of atrial fibrillation in primary care, using clinical characteristics and echocardiographic measures. The tool was tested on 4,764 participants and showed good predictive value, with age being the strongest risk factor associated with atrial fibrillation.
Researchers developed a statistical model using genetic information from 569 patients, predicting an individual's lifetime risk of cardioembolic stroke with 86% accuracy. The model identifies interactions between multiple genetic factors and provides a network of predictive factors contributing to stroke.
A new study suggests that genetic risk factors for brain aneurysms do not accumulate earlier in the second generation, contrary to previous research. The study found that aneurysm ruptures occur slightly later in life in the second generation.
Studies show that stroke mortality rates and burden vary greatly by country, with low-income countries being the most affected. Despite knowing known risk factors for stroke, such as diabetes and alcohol consumption, these do not explain the greater burden in low-income countries.
A study by American Academy of Neurology reveals that young smokers are 2.7 times more likely to develop multiple sclerosis than non-smokers. Early smoking is identified as a key environmental factor that can be avoided to reduce the risk of the disease.
A University of Georgia study found that involved and supportive parenting can completely override the effects of a genetic risk factor for substance abuse. The research, published in the Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology, suggests that high levels of parental involvement can protect against substance use.
A study published in PLoS Medicine found that first-time mothers are at a higher risk of developing psychosis in the month following childbirth. Women with higher infant birth weight and maternal diabetes had lower risks, while smoking and living without their partner did not significantly impact psychosis risk.
A study by researchers at Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center found that frequent and/or long-term marijuana use is associated with a 70% increased risk of testicular cancer. The risk was particularly elevated among men who used marijuana at least weekly and/or had long-term exposure to the substance beginning in adolescence.
A study published in PLoS Genetics found that genetic screening for diseases like cancer and heart disease may not accurately predict individual risk due to limited genetic variants associated with each condition. This limits the effectiveness of personalized genetic testing currently offered by companies.
A study found that individuals with mental illness were more likely to report violence if they also had a history of substance abuse or dependence. However, severe mental illness alone did not predict future violent behavior.
Researchers discovered that idiopathic QT interval prolongation significantly increases the risk of sudden death among coronary artery disease patients. The study found a five-fold increase in odds for abnormally prolonged QT intervals of unknown etiology, highlighting its potential as a predictor for sudden cardiac death.
The team aims to enhance access and retention in quality HIV care for women of color by developing a web-based data entry and reporting platform. Recent HIV data highlights significant disparities among black and Hispanic women, who account for 82% of AIDS diagnoses despite making up only 24% of all US women.
A new study reveals that younger individuals defined as low risk by conventional risk stratification methods may actually have a higher lifetime risk of heart disease. Those in the high-risk group had a greater subclinical disease burden and incidence of atherosclerotic progression, even at younger ages.
A new study reveals that non-food factors such as swimming and private well water exposure pose significant risks for sporadic bacterial enteric infections, comparable to food-borne risk factors. The findings highlight the importance of controlling these environmental exposures to prevent outbreaks.
A randomized clinical trial involving sedentary obese older adults found that a combination of resistance and aerobic exercises improved insulin resistance and functional limitations. The study showed greater improvements with combined exercise compared to individual types of exercise.
A study by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health identified key risk factors that delayed or prolonged the evacuation from the World Trade Center Towers on September 11. The researchers found that lack of awareness and experience, as well as personal concerns and poor footwear, contributed to time delays.
A study of 506 older adults found that those who were socially active, outgoing, and calm had a 50% lower risk of developing dementia compared to those who were isolated and prone to distress. Lifestyle factors can be modified to reduce dementia risk, offering hopeful news for those nearing retirement age.
A new study published in the Journal of Athletic Training suggests that college football players are not immune to the health risks associated with metabolic syndrome. The research found nearly half of the athletes studied had at least three risk factors, including excess abdominal fat, high blood pressure, and low HDL cholesterol levels.
Researchers found that half of individuals under 50 with low short-term risk may not remain low-risk throughout their lives. Long-term risk estimation could provide new information on risk prediction, supporting its inclusion in clinical practice.
A study found that job strain is associated with a higher risk of stroke in Japanese men, particularly those with high job demand and low control. The relationship may be mediated by chronic diseases such as obesity and high blood pressure.
A new study by researchers at the University of Alabama at Birmingham found that geographic and racial differences do not fully explain the South's higher stroke death rate, with a greater-than 40 percent higher mortality rate in eight southeastern states.
A study found that participants who slept an hour longer per night had a lower incidence of coronary artery calcification, a predictor of future heart disease. The association was similar to established coronary risk factors and held true even after adjusting for potential confounders.
A recent study published in JAMA found that skipping one hour of sleep per night can increase the risk of coronary artery calcification, a precursor to cardiovascular disease. The study, which followed 495 healthy volunteers, found that those who slept less than five hours per night were more likely to develop calcified arteries.
Researchers created a simple model to predict patients at high risk for chronic kidney disease, using an eight-point risk factor checklist. The model accurately stratifies middle-aged and older patients and has been validated across different cohorts.
A study by University of Washington researchers found that two-thirds of women who donated eggs reported satisfaction with the process, but 16% experienced physical symptoms and 20% had lasting psychological effects. Women's motivations for donation varied, with some citing altruism and others financial concerns.
A study published in JAMA found that a low-glycemic index diet resulted in greater improvements in glycemic control and reduced cardiovascular risk factors compared to a high-cereal fiber diet. The researchers found that participants on the low-glycemic index diet had lower hemoglobin A1c levels and improved lipid profiles.