Tag: Heart Disease
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Why Sudden Death from Heart Disease Isn’t New—and Why Looking ‘Healthy’ Isn’t a Safe Sign
Introduction: A Veteran Neurologist Speaks on an Old Threat Heart disease has long been a stealthy killer, occasionally striking when symptoms seem absent. A leading neurologist recently shared a sobering reminder: sudden deaths due to heart disease aren’t a new phenomenon. The medical community has observed that appearances can be misleading, and a person who…
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Leading Neurologist Explains Sudden Heart Deaths and Hidden Risks Behind a Healthy Face
Introduction: Why the Warning Signs Matter More Than Appearances Sudden deaths due to heart disease have a history as long as medical records, even in populations that outwardly seem healthy. A leading neurologist explains that abrupt cardiac events are not a new phenomenon, and in many cases, a person may look well while dangerous processes…
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Root Canal Might Lower Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk: What You Need to Know
New Evidence Links Dental Health to Chronic Disease Risk Emerging research is shedding light on how dental wellness goes beyond a bright smile. A growing body of evidence suggests that root canal treatment, traditionally viewed as a tooth-saving procedure, may also reduce the risk of systemic conditions such as heart disease and type 2 diabetes.…
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Root Canal May Reduce Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk: What You Need to Know
New evidence links dental health to systemic diseases For years, dentists have focused on saving teeth and relieving pain with treatments like root canals. Now, growing evidence suggests that a root canal procedure may do more than preserve dental function: it could lower the risk of serious systemic conditions, including heart disease and type 2…
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A Breakthrough Link: Root Canal Treatment May Lower Heart Disease and Diabetes Risk
Why a dental procedure could influence your heart and metabolic health A growing body of research indicates that root canal treatment, traditionally used to save a tooth, may offer broader health benefits by reducing hidden dental infections. While the goal of a root canal is to eliminate infection and relieve pain, preventing chronic inflammation in…
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FDA Softens Stance on Menopause Hormone Therapies: What Changed and Why
What the FDA decision means for menopause treatment The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a pivotal update to the labeling of menopause hormone therapies (HRT). Historic labels carried a black box warning about several serious health risks, including breast cancer, heart disease, and dementia. The FDA’s new approach no longer uses that singular,…
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LDL Cholesterol Drops for Vets in Health Coaching Program
Overview: A Targeted Approach to LDL Reduction Cholesterol management is a cornerstone of reducing cardiovascular risk, especially for veterans with heart and blood vessel disease. Recent quality improvement efforts that combined health care coaching with additional resources have produced meaningful improvements in LDL cholesterol levels. After 24 months, about one-third (34%) of participating veterans achieved…
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BioBank Ireland: A Nationwide Health Snapshot Through Biobanking
BioBank Ireland Begins a New Chapter in Population Health Plans have been unveiled to create a comprehensive snapshot of the health of people living on the island of Ireland by combining genetic information with lifestyle, environmental, biomarker, and healthcare outcome data. Led by BioBank Ireland, the initiative aims to transform how researchers understand disease and…
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BioBank Ireland Health Snapshot: Genomic Insight for Ireland
Overview: Building a health snapshot for Ireland BioBank Ireland has announced a bold plan to create a comprehensive snapshot of the health of people living on the island of Ireland. By combining genetic information with lifestyle, environmental factors, biomarker data, and healthcare outcomes, the initiative seeks to deepen our understanding of disease and speed up…
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Heart Disease Returns as Global Killer: New Lancet Study Highlights Widening Toll of Chronic Conditions
Overview: Heart Disease Reclaims the Top Spot Among Global Mortality Causes A landmark global study published in The Lancet reveals a troubling shift in what claims the most lives worldwide. After years of COVID-19 dominating headlines, heart disease has returned to the No. 1 position as the leading cause of death. The findings illuminate persistent…