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Treatment-Resistant High Blood Pressure May Be More Common Than Thought
One in 10 people with high blood pressure suffer from a treatment-resistant type of hypertension, yet these patients aren’t always getting the right medication, a new study finds.
Source: HealthDay
FDA approves first cellular therapy for type 1 diabetes: What does it do?
Currently, there is no cure for type 1 diabetes. The main treatment for type 1 diabetes is providing missing insulin through injections or a pump. In late June 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved a new therapy for type 1 diabetes called Lantidra. Two safety and efficacy studies found that 21 participants who took Lantidra did not need to administer themselves insulin for a year or more.
Source: Medical News Today
Risk of Suicidal Thoughts With Popular Weight-Loss Drugs Being Investigated by European Regulators
The European Medicines Agency is investigating concerns that popular weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Saxenda may be linked to suicidal thoughts and thoughts of self-harm.
Source: HealthDay
Many people with Parkinson’s are not getting the care they need
More than 1 million people in the United States have Parkinson’s disease, but few may be receiving the comprehensive and recommended care they need, a new study suggests.
Source: Medical News Today
Triple-Digit Heat Wave a Danger to Those With Dementia
As extreme heat continues to blanket numerous parts of the United States, Americans with dementia may be particularly challenged.
Source: HealthDay
How calorie counting, portion control can reduce the genetic risks of obesity
Researchers say how you eat can help reduce the effects from the genetic risks of obesity. They say portion control and calorie counting are two strategies that can help combat issues such as emotional eating.
Source: Medical News Today
What happens to the body after sitting down for too long?
Sitting down all day with no physical activity can increase a person’s risk of developing health conditions, such as heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer. Staying physically active can help to reduce this risk.
Source: Medical News Today
Too little sleep may cancel out cognitive benefits reaped from exercise
Evidence from existing research suggests that physical activities are beneficial to brain health and may protect against the development of neurodegenerative conditions such as dementia and Parkinson’s disease. However, a new study found that sleep deprivation can reduce such benefits reaped from exercise.
Source: Medical News Today
COVID-19 masks: Expert tips for what you should (and shouldn`t) do
Face masks are one of the most crucial measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but confusion and misinformation still surround their use.
Source: Medical Xpress
Low-flavanol diets may contribute to age-related memory loss
Many fruits and vegetables contain flavanols, constituents with several health benefits. A study found that older adults with a diet low in flavanols may benefit from flavanol supplements. The results also indicate that low-flavanol diets may contribute to memory decline.
Source: Medical News Today