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People who take Ozempic or Wegovy may have a higher risk of developing a rare form of blindness, a new study suggests. Still, doctors say it shouldn’t deter patients from using the medicines to treat diabetes or obesity.

Blood Pressure Medication May Increase POAG Risk

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Those who take Ozempic or Wegovy may have an increased risk of developing a rare form of blindness, though future research is needed to make a final determination, researchers in a new study said. The study, published Wednesday in the medical journal JAMA Ophthalmology, analyzed more than 16,800 people in the Boston area from the…

Ozempic, Wegovy may be linked to risk of rare form of blindness: Study

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Older women with chronic kidney disease might wind up losing so many teeth they aren't able to chew and talk effectively, a new study warns.

Kidney disease linked to tooth loss in older women

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He may have never landed a breakout role, but his career has held an impact nonetheless. Yesterday, it was revealed to the public and media outlets that actor Tom Bower has passed away. He was 86 years old.

'The Waltons' and 'Die Hard 2' Actor Dies at 86

People with an irregular heart rhythm taking a common blood pressure drug may be at greater risk of serious bleeding, according to a study recently published in JAMA. Atrial fibrillation is the most common type of irregular heart rhythm and can lead to blood clots or stroke if left untreated, according to the American Heart Association.

Common Blood Pressure Drug May Increase Bleeding Risk for Some Patients, Study Finds

From 2010 to 2021, most high and moderate risk factors for preeclampsia increased in the U.S. Multifetal gestation and nulliparity were the only preeclampsia risk factors to decrease during this period. Most high and moderate risk factors for preeclampsia have increased from 2010 to 2021 in the U.S., according to...

Prevalence of most preeclampsia risk factors increased from 2010 to 2021 in US

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By 2050, 60% of US adults could be affected by heart disease and stroke, according to a June 2024 announcement from the American Heart Association (AHA). “The last decade has seen a surge of cardiovascular risk factors such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, diabetes and obesity, each of which raises the risks of developing heart disease and stroke,” Dhruv S. Kazi, MD, MS, associate director of the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Center for Outcomes Research in Cardiology and director of the cardiac critical care unit at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in Boston, says in the AHA’s press release. So how can we manage those risk factors?

New Research: If You’re Deficient in This Vitamin, It Could Raise Your Stroke Risk by 28%

One of the scariest things about a stroke is they seem to come out of nowhere. I have a friend whose mom had a stroke, and before it occurred, there was no sign that she had any of the risk factors that could lead to such an event. Signs that...

The simple blood test that could detect stroke risk

Ohtuvayre is the first inhaled product with a novel mechanism of action for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease to be approved in 20 years. The FDA has approved Verona Pharma’s Ohtuvayre (ensifentrine) for the maintenance treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) in adult patients. Classified as a first-in-class selective dual inhibitor of phosphodiesterase 3 and 4 (PDE3 and PDE4), the treatment combines bronchodilator and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory effects in one molecule. According to the company, this marks the first time in 20 years that an inhaled product with a novel mechanism of action has been approved for COPD maintenance.1.

FDA Approves Verona’s Ohtuvayre for the Maintenance Treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Diabetes, or diabetes mellitus, is to a group of chronic conditions that affect your glucose (blood sugar) levels due to problems with the way your body produces or uses the hormone insulin. In rare cases, diabetes can lead to the complication bullosis diabeticorum, also known as diabetic blisters or diabetes bullae.

Diabetic Blisters: A Symptom of Mismanaged Diabetes?

Treatment options for heavy periods include hormonal contraceptives, tranexamic acid, progestins, and some surgical procedures. Heavy menstrual bleeding, known scientifically as menorrhagia, can be both inconvenient and distressing. Several treatment options are available depending on the cause, a person’s health, and whether the person plans to have children. This...

Treatments for heavy menstrual bleeding

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

They might sound like health-conscious choices, but some products advertised as “sugar-free” could pose a health risk. A recent study by researchers from the Cleveland Clinic determined that xylitol — a type of sugar substitute known as a sugar alcohol — is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events like strokes and heart attacks.

Another Artificial Sweetener Is Linked to Stroke and Heart Attack Risk

Vitamin D could be beneficial as part of the therapeutic scheme for patients with myasthenia gravis (MG), according to a study recently published in BMC Neurology. “While this article constitutes a single case report and thus cannot furnish conclusive evidence for clinical practice, it suggests that physicians should consider monitoring and supplementing vitamin D levels in patients exhibiting MG symptoms following gastrointestinal surgery,” the authors wrote.

Vitamin D Supplementation Shows Promise in Treating MG

A high-risk cohort of beneficiaries with chronic kidney disease (CKD) stage 3 have a profile similar to patients with CKD stages 4 and 5, indicating potential benefit of earlier nephrology intervention. ABSTRACT. Objectives: Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a widely prevalent disease with heterogeneous disease progression. Prior study findings suggest...

Identifying Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3 With Excess Disease Burden

Emily Standley Allard

We often run across people in our lives who either have a natural healing and calming energy to them and those who seem bent on ruining everything you set out to do whether they mean to or not. Astrology offers a complex and nuanced understanding of personality traits associated with each zodiac sign, attributing both positive and negative aspects to individuals' characters. Among these characteristics, some signs are often hailed for their healing abilities, bringing comfort, peace, and rejuvenation to those around them. Conversely, other signs may possess more destructive tendencies, challenging relationships and personal growth. This article explores the zodiac signs that are traditionally considered the most healing and the most destructive, offering insights into the dual nature of certain astrological influences.

The 6 Zodiac Signs That Can Either Heal or Destroy You

The following is a summary of “Prognostic Value of Cardio-Ankle Vascular Index for Cardiovascular and Kidney Outcomes: Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis,” published in the issue of Cardiology by Tavolinejad et al. Stiff arteries lead to heart and organ issues. Carotid-femoral pulse wave velocity is the go-to measure, but...

Analyzing CAVI as a Prognostic Factor for Cardiovascular and Kidney Outcomes

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Tattoos may be a risk factor for malignant lymphoma, according to a study out of Lund University in Sweden. But experts say much more research is required to substantiate such a claim, according to CNN. Published in eClinicalMedicine, the study was conducted by researchers seeking to identify the long-term health...

Are Tattoos a Risk Factor for Lymphoma?

Summary: Measuring blood levels of homocysteine can help predict the risk and progression of obstructive sleep apnea, suggesting a potential two-way correlation between elevated homocysteine and the severity of the disorder. Takeaways:. Predictive Tool: A simple blood test measuring homocysteine levels can help clinicians predict the likelihood of developing obstructive...

Blood Test Can Help Predict Risk of Sleep Apnea

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Ozempic Linked to Increased Risk of Blinding Eye Condition

Summary: A new study reveals that patients prescribed semaglutide (Ozempic or Wegovy) for diabetes or weight loss have a higher risk of developing NAION, a potentially...

Ozempic Linked to Increased Risk of Blinding Eye Condition

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