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Mediterranean diet linked to lower stroke risk in females, study finds

A new study suggests that women who closely follow a Mediterranean-style diet may have a lower risk of experiencing all major types of stroke, including ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke. Read more Source: Medical News Today

In comparing real-world costs and benefits of fibromyalgia medications, a clear winner emerges

In a recent study published in JAMA Network Open, researchers compared amitriptyline, an off-label medication that has not been specifically approved by the US FDA for treating fibromyalgia but is often prescribed for it, with three newer medications that are FDA-approved for this condition: pregabalin, duloxetine, and milnacipran.. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Shingles vaccination linked to lower dementia risk, more evidence suggests

Over the past few years, there has been a growing research interest in how the shingles vaccine may help protect against other medical conditions. A new study discovered evidence suggesting receiving the shingles vaccine may help reduce or delay dementia diagnosis in older adults. Read more Source: Medical News Today

The reason why many older Americans skip seasonal vaccines

Many middle-aged folks and seniors are shrugging off their annual flu or COVID-19 shot for a very simple reason, a new survey has found. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

Men may develop cardiovascular disease earlier in life than women

Research, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association finds that the incidence of cardiovascular disease reaches 5% in males seven years earlier than in females. The analysis showed that this divergence in risk begins as early as 35 years of age. Based on this, the authors suggest that the third decade of life […]

You’ve reached your weight loss goal on GLP-1 medications. What now?

In just a few years, medications such as semaglutide and tirzepatide, known by the brand names Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound, have gone from niche diabetes treatments to household names, reshaping how America thinks about weight loss. These drugs’ ability to help patients lose anywhere from 15% to 20% of body weight has made them […]

Can treating rheumatoid arthritis before it sets in help delay its onset?

As of 2021, about 17.9 million people around the world were living with rheumatoid arthritis. There is currently no way to prevent rheumatoid arthritis, especially if it runs in your family. A new study has found that treating people at high risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis with a rheumatoid arthritis medication may help delay disease […]

Does coffee raise your blood pressure? Here’s how much it’s OK to drink

Coffee can raise your blood pressure in the short term, especially if you don’t usually drink it or if you already have high blood pressure. But this doesn’t mean you need to cut out coffee if you have high blood pressure or are concerned about your heart health. Moderation is key. Read more Source: Medical […]

Reversing Prediabetes Key To Protecting Heart Health, Experts Say

People on the verge of type 2 diabetes can cut their risk of death from heart disease by more than 50% if they bring their blood sugar levels back to normal, a new study says. Read more Source: HealthDay

Text messages could be key to helping TB patients quit smoking, according to study

Tuberculosis (TB) patients who smoke will recover far more quickly if they can quit—and help could come from their mobile phones, according to new research. Read more Source: Medical Xpress