risk reduction
Exercise is widely acknowledged as one of the most effective ways to reduce the risk of heart disease or prevent a repeat cardiovascular event such…
Work-Related Stress May Increase the Risk of Developing Irregular Heart Rhythms
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, which is peer-reviewed and open-access, has uncovered that work-related stress due to job…
Enhanced Drug Management Required for Elderly Hospital Patients
Specialised medication management for elderly patients could significantly reduce their hospital stays and lower their mortality risk, according to new research conducted by Flinders University…
Daily Routines May Not Provide Adequate Protection Against Stroke
Research at the University of Gothenburg has demonstrated that routine activities carried out daily, whether at work or home, do not sufficiently guard against stroke.…
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Through Diet and Exercise, Regardless of Genetic Predisposition
A study, unique in its focus on the impact of lifestyle changes on type 2 diabetes risk, was conducted by the University of Eastern Finland.…
Consuming More Fruits and Vegetables to Decrease Dietary Acidity Reduces Blood Pressure and Enhances Cardiac and Renal Health in Hypertensive Patients
Physicians strongly recommend that fruits and vegetables be integral to treating hypertension. Studies confirm that diets rich in these natural foods lower blood pressure, reduce…
Urban Parks and Waterways Associated with Reduced Coronary Artery Calcification
Access to urban green and blue spaces significantly reduces the likelihood of coronary artery calcification among middle-aged individuals, serving as an early indicator of cardiovascular…
Mediterranean Diet Linked to a 20% Decreased Mortality Risk in Women
Researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have explored potential mechanisms behind the 23 per cent reduction in mortality risk among American women adhering to the…
The Mediterranean Diet is Associated with Reduced Mortality Risk Among Cancer Survivors
The study, part of the UMBERTO Project, is a collaboration between the Joint Research Platform of the Umberto Veronesi Foundation and the Department of Epidemiology…
Recent research identifies the incidence and risk factors for hepatitis C virus reinfection among men with HIV, providing fresh perspectives on transmission
This study provides new insights into the transmission of the hepatitis C virus (HCV), which predominantly affects the liver and is often contracted through the…
Vegetarian Men and Women May Experience Higher Risk of Hip Fractures
Both men and women who adopt a vegetarian lifestyle face a 50% increased risk of hip fracture compared to those who consume meat regularly, according…
Symptom Management and Enhanced Quality of Life for Cardiovascular Patients Through Palliative Care
Implementing patient-centred palliative care therapies, which include prescribing, adjusting, or discontinuing medications as needed, can control symptoms and improve the quality of life for those…