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Study uncovers a possible mechanism that links cerebrovascular disease and Alzheimer's
For more than 20 years, scientists have known that people with hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, or obesity have a higher likelihood of developing Alzheimer's disease.
14 hours ago - News Medical - 2 articles
Missing link between Alzheimer's and vascular disease found?
A gene called FMNL2 may explain why people with hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, or obesity have a greater risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.
18 hours ago - ScienceDaily - 2 articles
Even With High Genetic Risk for Alzheimer's, Lifestyle Factors Matter
Midlife scores on the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 - an assessment of physical activity, diet, obesity, smoking, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar...
19 hours ago - MedPageToday - 3 articles
Many Americans Missing an Opportunity to Prevent Dementia
Nearly half of all US adults aged 45 and older have modifiable risk factors for Alzheimer's and related dementia, including high blood pressure, low levels of physical...
6 days ago - Medscape - 3 articles
Physical inactivity and midlife obesity are both tied to increased risk of developing Alzheimer's
Living a sedentary lifestyle and suffering from associated conditions like obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes puts someone at an increased Alzheimer's risk.
15 days ago - Daily Mail
Large Share of Alzheimer's, Dementia Cases Tied to 8 Modifiable Risk Factors
Eight modifiable risk factors were linked to more than one in three cases of Alzheimer's disease and related dementia in the U.S., a cross-sectional analysis showed. The eight...
16 days ago - MedPageToday
Obesity Linked to Higher Risk of Fatal Prostate Cancer
Obesity can increase the risk of fatal prostate cancer. Every 10cm on the waist increases the risk of fatal disease by 7 percent.
21 days ago - Medindia Health
How Strength Training Affects Tendons and Ligaments
Strength training is a great prescription for health, but the benefits don't stop there. It's also an antidote to the aging process. Regular strength training may lower the...
1 month ago - Cathe Friedrich
Heart Failure Risk Climbs in Obese Older Women Who Had Late Menopause
Title: Heart Failure Risk Climbs in Obese Older Women Who Had Late Menopause Category: Health News Created: 4/14/2022 12:00:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 4/14/2022 12:00:00 AM
1 month ago - MedicineNet
Obesity a risk factor for COPD, asthma for women regardless of menopause status
Abdominal obesity is a risk factor for COPD and asthma among premenopausal and postmenopausal women in South Korea, according to study findings published in Menopause. “Women...
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Massachusetts Welcomes the 100th Age-Friendly Community
The age-friendly movement in Massachusetts reached a milestone this week as the town of Monson became the 100th community in the Commonwealth to commit to joining the AARP...
Common Prostate Cancer Drugs Less Safe, Reveals New Study
Men with prostate cancer taking abiraterone or enzalutamide with hormone therapy have more risk of medical issues compared to peers using hormone therapy only.
Amarfio and Noble put on united front
North Melbourne CEO Ben Amarfio believes senior coach David Noble is the right man to lead the Kangaroos' rebuild
Salem for All Ages is Featured in AARP Age-Friendly Community Spotlight
Salem for All Ages, the age-friendly initiative in Salem, Mass. that recently released its Year 5 Progress Report, is featured in a community spotlight by AARP. The feature...
Justice in Aging Releases Research Brief on Reducing Barriers to Reentry for...
Similar to a health impact assessment conducted by the Public Health Institute of Western Mass. on “Healthy Aging with a Criminal Record in Hampden County, MA” the organization...
Abbott's senior vice president grilled by members of House subcommittee
“We know we let you down.” The senior vice president of Abbott Nutrition - the manufacturer of infant formula whose plant closure amid a food safety investigation has left the...
A sugar-studded protein could be key to stopping Alzheimer's disease...
In a bit of "reverse engineering" research using brain tissues from five people who died with Alzheimer's disease, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say they discovered that a...
Kindra's Memorial Day Sale Is Offering 40% Off Skin Care & Supplements That...
Maybe you're dealing with vaginal dryness and irritation that's driving you up the wall. Or maybe you're feeling less revved up about sex these days and are hoping to revive...
Even With High Genetic Risk for Alzheimer's, Lifestyle Factors Matter
Midlife scores on the American Heart Association's Life's Simple 7 - an assessment of physical activity, diet, obesity, smoking, blood pressure, cholesterol, and blood sugar...
Lithium May Lower Osteoporosis Risk in Bipolar Disorder
Although increased risk for osteoporosis is common in bipolar disorder, lithium may provide a significant protective effect against the bone disease, results from the largest...