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Sex Toys and Microplastics Concern
Sex toys can break down into microplastics and the materials contain phthalates that can be associated with health concerns.
Coronary Calcium Scores
Coronary calcium scores appear highly effective in identifying heart disease in people without any known risk factors.
Social Connectedness and Death
Never being visited by friends or family is associated with an increased risk of dying, according to a study published in BMC Medicine.
Marijuana and Heart Risks
Using marijuana regularly may raise the risk for heart failure, stroke or heart attack even after accounting for other CV risk factors.
Portfolio Diet and Risk of Cardiovascular Disease
Portfolio Diet Score associated with a lower risk of CVD, including CHD and stroke, and a more favorable blood lipid and inflammatory profile.
Cardiology News – October 2023
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Risk in Type 2 Diabetes; Atrial Fib and Memory Decline; Ceftriaxone, Lansoprazole, Arrhythmia and Death
Atrial Fibrillation and Memory Decline
Study found that atrial fibrillation diagnosis was associated with a 45% increased risk of mild cognitive impairment - in JACC: Advances
Sitting, Physical Activity and Death Risk
Engaging in just 20-25 minutes of daily physical activity may counteract the heightened risk of death associated with a sedentary lifestyle.
To Snooze Or Not To Snooze?
New research from Stockholm University suggests that snoozing may actually improve the waking process for some people.
Halloween Safety Tips for Drivers
Children are more than twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year.