Tag: Cardiovascular Risk
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Heart Health Warning: Pregnancy After 35 and the Rising Risk of Heart Attacks
Rising Risks in Pregnancies After 35 Recent medical data suggest that heart-related emergencies during pregnancy and childbirth are more common than previously thought, especially for women aged 35 and older. While pregnancy is a natural process, it also places substantial stress on the cardiovascular system. As the age of first-time motherhood climbs, understanding the potential…
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Pregnancy After 35: Why Heart Attack Risk May Rise
Understanding the Rising Risk Pregnancy is a remarkable journey, and for many women, aging into their late 30s or beyond is a common reality. Recent research and clinical observations indicate that heart-related complications, including heart attacks, are increasingly reported among expectant mothers aged 35 and older. While pregnancy remains healthy for the vast majority, age-related…
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Pregnancy After 35: Warning on Heart Attack Risks for Expecting Mothers
Rising Heart Health Concerns for Pregnancy After 35 Pregnancy is a life-changing journey filled with joy, but it can also bring heightened health considerations. Recent analyses show that heart-related complications, including heart attack, are more common during pregnancy and childbirth than previously thought, especially among women aged 35 and older. As maternal age increases, so…
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Why Stopping High Blood Pressure Meds Abruptly Can Harm Your Kidneys (And How to Do It Safely)
Introduction: The delicate balance between blood pressure and kidney health Uncontrolled high blood pressure, or hypertension, silently strains the kidneys over time. The kidneys rely on a precise network of blood vessels to filter waste and manage fluid balance. When blood pressure stays high, these vessels become damaged, and the filtering process becomes less efficient.…
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Managing Disease Progression in Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease (MASLD) and Its Inflammatory Form (MASH)
Understanding MASLD and Its Inflammatory Counterpart, MASH Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) is a common condition characterized by fat accumulation in the liver tied to metabolic dysfunction. When fat buildup is accompanied by liver inflammation and injury, the condition is referred to as MASLD-associated steatohepatitis (MASH) or simply MASH. While MASLD can be a…
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Genomic screening reveals cancer and heart risk in youth
Overview: A new approach to early disease detection In a landmark Australian pilot, researchers tested healthy young adults for high‑risk genetic variants to determine whether proactive genomic screening can reveal hidden cancer and heart‑disease risks well before symptoms emerge. The study challenges the traditional reliance on family history and targeted testing, suggesting that broad genetic…
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Genomic screening uncovers hidden cancer and heart risk in young adults
New evidence from Australia highlights the power of genomic screening Researchers conducting a large Australian pilot study have demonstrated that screening healthy young adults for high‑risk genetic variants can uncover cancer and heart disease risk long before any symptoms appear. The findings challenge the traditional emphasis on family history as the primary driver for genetic…
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Genomic screening in young Australians uncovers hidden cancer and heart risk
Groundbreaking pilot tests healthy young adults for high-risk genes In a pioneering Australian study, researchers undertook genomic screening of healthy adults under 40 to determine whether testing for high‑risk cancer and heart disease genes could uncover information missed by traditional family history assessments. The program, still in its pilot phase, enrolled a diverse group of…
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Rising Cholesterol and Insulin Resistance in SA Youth: What Public Health Must Do
Introduction: A brewing public health challenge Across South Africa, a troubling trend is emerging: high cholesterol and insulin resistance are appearing in younger populations. In communities once deemed low-risk, especially in mining towns and other industrial towns, the signs of metabolic syndrome—type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, obesity, and elevated cholesterol—are no longer confined to…
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Midlife Cyclists and the Hidden Heart Risk: Guarding Your Health On the Ride
Introduction: A Rider’s Blind Spot For cyclists, the road offers freedom, health, and a daily dose of adrenaline. Yet as we glide into midlife, there’s a hidden hazard that isn’t immediately visible on the handlebars or in training logs: heart risk. I’ve spent years writing about midlife cyclist health, but a near-fatal heart event reminded…