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August 20, 2024
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Chronic exposure to workplace loud noise raises likelihood of high blood pressure

Chronic exposure to workplace loud noise raises likelihood of high blood pressure

Years of exposure to loud noise in the workplace may increase the likelihood of developing high blood pressure, according to a study presented at the American College of Cardiology Asia Conference.

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July 19, 2024
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Study yields new insights into extent of, risk factors for cisplatin-related hearing loss

Study yields new insights into extent of, risk factors for cisplatin-related hearing loss

A longitudinal cohort study has yielded new insights into risks for and long-term effects of cisplatin-related hearing loss.

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July 08, 2024
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Top in cardiology: Elevated BP in young athletes; private equity expanding

Top in cardiology: Elevated BP in young athletes; private equity expanding

Young athletes are at risk for prehypertension and hypertension, and the prevalence varies depending on race, sex and sports played, according to data presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Care of the Athletic Heart conference.

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June 18, 2024
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Study: Poor sleep related to high blood pressure in children

Study: Poor sleep related to high blood pressure in children

A study identified a link between poor sleep and hypertension in children and teenagers, according to findings published in Pediatrics.

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May 24, 2024
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Q&A: Addressing stroke risk factors in younger persons a complex issue

Q&A: Addressing stroke risk factors in younger persons a complex issue

According to statistics reported in a recent release from Sutter Health, up to 15% of strokes are suffered by individuals aged younger than 45 years, with incidence rising.

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May 06, 2024
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Overruled: Fear of litigation unfounded for physicians recommending active surveillance

Overruled: Fear of litigation unfounded for physicians recommending active surveillance

Allen S. Ho, MD, did not wait to promote active surveillance when he started practicing medicine a decade ago.

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April 05, 2024
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Childhood cancer survivors at greater risk for death after major cardiovascular event

Childhood cancer survivors at greater risk for death after major cardiovascular event

Childhood cancer survivors appeared significantly more likely than the general public to die after a major cardiovascular event, according to study results.

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January 16, 2024
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Attention to nutrition, exercise can combat weight gain, other symptoms in menopause

Attention to nutrition, exercise can combat weight gain, other symptoms in menopause

Susan Weiner, MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES, FADCES, talks with Elizabeth Ward, MS, RDN, and Hillary Wright, MEd, RDN, LDN, about women’s nutrition and exercise needs as they age.

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December 28, 2023
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Revisit news and research in hypertension

Revisit news and research in hypertension

Healio has compiled a list of its most-read hypertension care news in 2023.

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December 05, 2023
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Metabolic syndrome linked to higher carotid artery thickness for women, regardless of BMI

Metabolic syndrome linked to higher carotid artery thickness for women, regardless of BMI

Women with metabolic syndrome are more likely to have increased risk for atherosclerotic changes than women without metabolic syndrome, regardless of whether they also have obesity, according to study findings published in Menopause.

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