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Menopause and migraines: New findings point to power of prevention

Written by Charlie King | 19 Feb 2024

For middle-aged women plagued by migraines, or hot flashes and night sweats, another worry may linger in the backs of their minds: whether these experiences have set them… read more.

Physical activity is insufficient to counter cardiovascular risk associated with sugar-sweetened beverage consumption

Written by Charlie King | 12 Feb 2024

Contrary to popular belief, the benefits of physical activity do not outweigh the risks of cardiovascular disease associated with drinking sugar-sweetened beverages, according to a new study led… read more.

Bempedoic acid lowers cardiovascular risks in statin intolerant patients

Written by Bruce Sylvester | 29 Jun 2023

Researchers report that treatment with bempedoic acid in high-risk primary prevention patients who cannot tolerate recommended doses of statins reduces major adverse cardiovascular events. The findings were published… read more.

Cancer survivors who quit smoking have 36% lower cardiovascular risk than continuers

Written by Charlie King | 2 Jun 2023

Cancer patients who continue smoking after their diagnosis have a nearly doubled risk of heart attack, stroke or death due to cardiovascular disease compared with non-smokers, according to… read more.

University of Cincinnati study: Dietary education leads to healthier lives

Written by Charlie King | 20 Dec 2022

Initial data from a University of Cincinnati clinical research study aimed at increasing diet quality and decreasing cardiovascular risk shows positive results. The study, called Supermarket and Web-Based… read more.

Limited postpartum follow-up may miss high blood pressure in 1 in 10 new moms

Written by Charlie King | 23 Nov 2022

In an analysis of more than 2,400 women, about 1 in 10 without a history of blood pressure issues were diagnosed with high blood pressure in the year… read more.