Tag: cohort study
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Sex Differences in Dementia Risk: The Role of Underlying Medical Conditions
Understanding sex differences in dementia risk Dementia is a global health priority, characterized by progressive memory loss and cognitive decline that disrupt daily living. While many studies report higher dementia incidence in women, especially in older ages, crude comparisons can be misleading. A key question is whether sex itself increases dementia risk once we account…
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Smoking and Hypertension: UM Study Links Risk
New UM Study Confirms Link Between Smoking and Hypertension A recent study from the University of Manitoba (UM) provides fresh evidence that tobacco smoking is associated with an increased risk of hypertension, or high blood pressure. The research, led by cardiovascular epidemiologist Dr. Setor Kunutsor, highlights the value of using urine cotinine tests to verify…
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Closing the Gap: Sex Differences in STEMI Management and Outcomes in New South Wales, 2011–2020
Background: Sex gaps in STEMI care persist but are shrinking Cardiovascular disease remains a leading cause of death for both men and women, yet women historically received less invasive care and preventive therapy for acute coronary syndromes. This retrospective cohort study from New South Wales (NSW), covering 2011–2020, examines whether sex differences in the management…