Anna Guildford
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Viagra, other ED drugs may lower cardiovascular risk in healthy men
New research confirms a link between treatment with drugs for erectile dysfunction and a lower risk of cardiovascular events and early death in healthy men. → Read More
6 minutes of HIIT may help delay onset of Alzheimer's, Parkinson's
Engaging in six minutes of high intensity exercise could help delay the onset of disorders such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, a new study suggests. → Read More
5-minute walks every 30 minutes may help counter effects of too much sitting
New research has found that a 5-minute walking break after every 30 minutes of sitting may help regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels. The work highlights that short exercise "snacks" during the working day improve mood, fatigue, and well-being. → Read More
A repurposed drug may offer relief to people with hand osteoarthritis
* Osteoarthritis is a leading cause of disability worldwide — a debilitating disease that limits movement and causes pain in the joints of the knees, hips, and hands. * Hand osteoarthritis affects millions of people and is much more common in women than in men. * New research has proposed mechanoinflammation as the primary driver of hand osteoarthritis and identified the importance of retinoic… → Read More
People with cluster headaches more likely to have other illnesses, study finds
Recent research found that 92% of people with cluster headaches have at least one additional illness and are nearly twice as likely to take time off work than those without. → Read More
Hemorrhagic stroke: Long-term statin use may significantly lower risk
New research found that people prescribed statins have a reduced risk of a hemorrhagic stroke in both the lobe and non-lobe areas of the brain, and the stroke risks are reduced even further with long-term statin use. → Read More
Dementia risk: Ultra-processed foods may accelerate cognitive decline
New research shows that people who consume large amounts of ultra-processed foods have a 28% faster rate of cognitive decline and a 25% faster rate of decline in executive function. → Read More
Parkinson's: The distinctive shape of some proteins may aid early diagnosis
Recent research suggests that the distinctive shape of some spinal fluid proteins could aid in the early detection of Parkinson's disease. → Read More
Heart disease risk: HDL or 'good' cholesterol may not be a good indicator
A study found that HDL, or "good" cholesterol, was not a good predictor of cardiovascular disease risk among people of different racial backgrounds. → Read More
Resistant blood pressure: New drug proves effective in phase 2 trials
The drug baxdrostat may be able to treat people with resistant high blood pressure by targeting a hormone that regulates the amount of salt in the body. → Read More
Experimental breast cancer vaccine proves safe in phase 1 clinical trials
An experimental breast cancer vaccine has passed its first human safety trials, and phase 2 trials will soon be underway. → Read More
Heart disease: Battery-free pacemaker uses light to regulate heartbeat
Researchers have developed a battery-free pacemaker that uses optogenetics to regulate the heart. They are hopeful that it could improve the management of arrhythmia. → Read More
Can putting on a happy face impact your mood and anxiety?
An international study found that smiling—even if it is posed or fake—can help to improve mood and make people happier. → Read More
Does obesity have more to do with the brain than we initially thought?
* Obesity is a risk factor for a number of leading causes of preventable, premature death. * One-fifth of children in the United States are considered obese. * New research in mice has shown that environmental and nutritional changes during pregnancy and early development can cause epigenetic changes in the area of the brain linked to food intake, activity, and metabolism in mice. * The work… → Read More
Weekly nightmares during middle age may be linked to higher dementia risk
* Up to 85% of the adult population have reported experiencing distressing dreams. * New research has found people who experience bad dreams in middle age are at higher risk of cognitive decline. * The work also found that people who experience regular bad dreams are twice as likely to develop dementia. Bad dreams are unpleasant and can be distressing, provoking negative feelings of fear,… → Read More
Exercise in a pill? Scientists identify drug that mimics effects of sports
Scientists have developed a drug that can strengthen muscles and bones in mice—without actual exercise— in a way that mimics the positive effects of sports. → Read More
Sharing news on social media makes us think we know more than we do
New research shows that people who share news online have an inflated sense of knowledgeability about the topic, even when they have not read the articles. → Read More
How does sun exposure affect hunger levels in men vs. women?
Researchers have found that sunlight could trigger an increase in the appetite hormone "ghrelin" in men’s blood but not in women. → Read More
Grief: Losing a loved one can increase the risk of death by 20%
The death of a family member can increase the risk of dying from heart failure for people who already have heart problems, a new study finds. → Read More
Scientists spot gene that may explain why more women get Alzheimer's
A new gene discovery could explain why more women than men develop Alzheimer's disease, according to a recent study. → Read More