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Can metabolic syndrome substantially increase Parkinson’s risk?

As much as 31% of the world’s population has metabolic syndrome – a combination of several health issues, such as high blood pressure and abdominal obesity, that when blended can raise a person’s risk for several health conditions. Researchers found that people with metabolic syndrome were about 40% more likely to develop Parkinson’s disease than […]

Combating cardiovascular disease: The simple, cost-effective test that saves lives

Routine testing for a specific lipoprotein known as Lp(a) would be a cost-saving way to significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and save lives, according to an international research taskforce led by Monash University. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

What Is Cross Contamination and How Can You Avoid It?

Cross contamination happens when an object with allergens, toxic materials or illness-causing microbes like bacteria or viruses touches (and contaminates) something or someone else. You can use the term “cross contamination” to describe a wide range of situations. But we often use it to talk about food safety. Read more Source: Healthessentials- Cleveland Clinic

What is cannabis use disorder? And how do you know if you have a problem?

Research estimates that 22% of recreational cannabis consumers meet criteria for a cannabis use disorder. This condition can make it difficult to control how often or how much cannabis they use. For medicinal cannabis, our research estimated the percentage of cannabis consumers who meet criteria for a cannabis use disorder was similar, around 25%. Read […]

Are Those Bed Bug Bites? How To Tell

Bed bugs, while not dangerous, tend to create panic wherever they turn up. By the time you spot these tiny pests, they’ve likely been there for a while, and serious infestations can be overwhelming – and itchy. Read more Source: Healthessentials- Cleveland Clinic

Facts about heatstroke

Our bodies are designed to handle the heat. But high temps and overexertion can push them to the limit, leading to dangerous, potentially deadly heatstroke. So what, exactly, is heatstroke, and how does it happen? Read more Source: Medical Xpress

6 Reasons You Should Have a Primary Care Provider or Family Medicine Provider

If you have a medical need – sudden flu symptoms, nagging back pain, an unexpected rash or a funky mole – who you gonna call? Read more Source: Healthessentials- Cleveland Clinic

Hidden heart risks exist in women with type 2 diabetes

Women with type 2 diabetes are nearly twice as likely as men to have hidden heart damage, according to a study by University of Leicester researchers. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Clinical trial shows taking blood pressure medication at night improves nocturnal and daytime control

Research led by Sichuan University in China has revealed that bedtime antihypertensive medication dosing improves nocturnal blood pressure control over morning dosing in patients with hypertension. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Weight loss clears out aging cells and boosts lipid recycling, study finds

Scientists have produced the first detailed characterization of the changes that weight loss causes in human fat tissue by analyzing hundreds of thousands of cells. They found a range of positive effects, including clearing out of damaged, aging cells, and increased metabolism of harmful fats. The researchers say the findings help to better understand how […]