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Waist size may be a better predictor of heart failure risk than BMI, study finds

Central obesity is when visceral fat builds up in the abdomen. Visceral fat is deep rather than near the surface and surrounds organs. A recent study explored how central obesity relates to heart failure and how inflammation plays a role in the relationship. Read more Source: Medical News Today

Welcome to allergy season. Here’s how to protect yourself

Where you live, what you’re allergic to and your lifestyle can make a big difference when it comes to the severity of your allergies. Experts say climate change is leading to longer and more intense allergy seasons, but also point out that treatments for seasonal allergies have become more effective over the last decade. Here […]

Shingles vaccine could cut risk of major cardiovascular events, research finds

Research suggests that the shingles vaccine is linked to a significantly lower risk of major cardiovascular events in people with existing heart disease. Vaccinated individuals had reduced risks across multiple outcomes, including heart attack, stroke, heart failure, and death within 1 year. Read more Source: Medical News Today

Almost half of those stopping GLP-1 weight-loss drugs keep the weight off

A real-world study followed individuals who started GLP-1 medications and discontinued them within 3 to 12 months to assess weight changes after stopping treatment. One year after discontinuation, average weight regain was small. People in the obesity group regained about 0.5%, while those in the diabetes group lost an additional 1.3% on average, though individual […]

New algorithm can better manage type 2 diabetes, study finds

A University of Virginia Center for Diabetes Technology-developed algorithm—paired with a continuous glucose monitor—can help users better manage their type 2 diabetes by recommending insulin-dose adjustments, a new study found. The paper is published in the journal Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics. Read more Source: Medical Xpress

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 […]