• Obesity is considered a clinical state of impaired general heath in which the excessive increase in adipose tissue mass may be associated with metabolic disorders such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, hyperlipidemia, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases. (uzh.ch)
  • The first is improved management of cardiovascular risks, such as hypertension, high cholesterol, and smoking. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • A strong possibility, however, is that hypertension and other cardiovascular complications might damage small blood vessels leading to the brain, which he calls "a very strong predictor of dementia" because the resulting chronic decreased blood flow within the brain can lead to the death of neurons. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Au total, 2 462 sujets ont fait l'objet d'une mesure ambulatoire de la pression artérielle, en raison d'une hypertension légère (groupe 1), aux fins de l'évaluation d'un traitement antihypertenseur (groupe 2), ou en raison d'une hypotension (groupe 3). (who.int)
  • Hypertension (HTN) and smoking are established risk factors for cardiovascular disease ( U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 2000 ), the leading cause of death worldwide ( World Health Organization 2009 ). (nih.gov)
  • Data on hypertension prevalence demonstrate a sharp increase, from 972 million in 2000 to 1.39 billion in 2010, with 73.4% residing in low to moderate income countries [1]. (escardio.org)
  • Being one part of the cardiovascular disease continuum, hypertension should not be viewed as a discrete number, but rather in relation to cardiovascular risks and hypertension-mediated organ damage. (escardio.org)
  • Since hypertension is multifactorial in genesis, combining drug classes augments the antihypertensive effect by approximately five times, thereby increasing the control rate. (escardio.org)
  • Pulmonary hypertension (PH) is a fatal disease with no treatment options, characterised by elevated pulmonary vascular resistanzce and secondary right ventricular failure. (ersjournals.com)
  • And an important meta-analysis presented data demonstrating statistically that in a group of workers with high exposure to noise, increased: blood pressure systolic and diastolic, the prevalence of hypertension, and electrocardiographic changes in relation to groups and intermediate exposure low noise exposure. (bvsalud.org)
  • Hence, even though physiological and pathophysiological phenomena are well described in dogs and cats, the underlying mechanisms are often not known and studies investigating causality specifically are scarce. (uzh.ch)
  • An August paper in Neurology, with Kay family professor of public health and clinical epidemiology Albert Hofman as lead author, points out the possible implications for public health around the globe, even as the prevalence of dementia cases rises with increasing life expectancy (age is the greatest risk factor), and incidence remains stubbornly high in many regions, or is actually rising, as in China and Nigeria. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Prevalence and incidence refer, respectively, to the proportion of the population with a disease at a given time, and to the rate of occurrence of new cases. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Hofman warns, however, that the increase in body-mass index and the prevalence of diabetes in Western countries "certainly has not helped" in reducing dementia and Alzheimer's. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Some postulate that the chronic stress documented to occur in some communities near hazardous waste sites could possibly lead to an array of biopsychosocial effects, including physical health effects from chronic stress (possible health outcomes affected by stress include cardiovascular, gastrointestinal disorders, and skin), increases in the prevalence of certain psychological disorders, and social disruption. (cdc.gov)
  • While the prevalence of chronic energy deficiency among reproductive age women, malnutrition, especially stunting (height for age) among children under 5 years old, pre-clinical vitamin A deficiency and anemia among pregnant women and children remains at a high level, overweight - obesity and nutrition-related chronic non- communicable diseases (NCDs) are on the increasing trend. (who.int)
  • Urinary fibrinolysis, usually a normal physiological phenomenon, may frequently be associated with life-threatening complications following severe trauma, anoxia, and shock. (globalrph.com)
  • A number of studies have investigated chronic psychosocial factors and acute physiological responses to laboratory-induced stress in healthy populations [1]. (scirp.org)
  • Physical activity may increase coronary atherosclerosis (artery narrowing) through mechanical stress and vessel wall injury and through the physiological responses it prompts, such as increases in blood pressure and parathyroid hormone, they explain. (scitechdaily.com)
  • Furthermore, our results revealed that the recipients who were suffering from underlying diseases, including diabetes, renal disorder, and respiratory illness, reported fewer adverse responses after vaccination in comparison with healthy individuals. (bvsalud.org)
  • Sauna use mimics physiological and protective responses induced during exercise. (windinmyface.com)
  • These changes in gene expression alter cell metabolism, tissue re-modeling, and even organismal responses such as increases in heart rate and ventilation. (nobelprize.org)
  • it also allowed the development of complex physiological responses. (nobelprize.org)
  • Previous studies showed that fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio (FAR) regarded as a novel inflammatory and thrombotic biomarker was the risk factor for coronary artery disease (CAD). (hindawi.com)
  • However, none has addressed the association between FAR and severity of coronary artery disease (CAD), clinical outcome in NSTE-ACS patients firstly implanted with drug-eluting stent (DES). (hindawi.com)
  • In a linked editorial, Drs Gaurav Gulsin and Alastair James Moss, of the Department of Cardiovascular Science, University of Leicester, ask: "Do these findings mean that we should stop using coronary artery calcium scores to assess coronary artery disease? (scitechdaily.com)
  • 5) Behavior Questionnaire elicited data on behavior which may be associated with coronary heart disease for examined persons ages 25-74. (cdc.gov)
  • After examining the self-reported data alongside medical records, the researchers found that perceived racism in employment, housing, and interactions with the police was associated with a 26 percent higher risk of coronary heart disease for Black women. (stanford.edu)
  • Goodman et al (3) note the chronic nature of HIV infection, but other important chronic infections exist, such as tuberculosis and hepatitis B and C. In our view these conditions, and their co-occurring illnesses, encumber all of the management challenges of important noninfectious diseases such as coronary heart disease, cancer, diabetes, or stroke-related disability (11,12). (cdc.gov)
  • Tumor Flare Phenomenon: Transient worsening of tumor symptoms may occur during the first few weeks of treatment with ZOLADEX, which may include ureteral obstruction and spinal cord compression. (nih.gov)
  • Recently, numerous studies have shown that the fibrinogen-to-albumin ratio (FAR) does not only have a high prognostic value in certain types of cancer including gastric, colorectal, and gallbladder cancer [ 8 - 10 ] but also have an association with the presence and poor clinical outcome of cardiovascular disease [ 11 - 14 ]. (hindawi.com)
  • The placebo effect is a psychobiological phenomenon that can be attributable to different mechanisms, including expectation of clinical improvement and pavlovian conditioning. (jneurosci.org)
  • However, very little data are available on IS of circulating cells of MetS patients although clinical data show that inhibited mTOR, with specific inhibitors such as Serolimus or Everolimus after kidney transplantation, significantly increase the presence of de novo thrombotic micro-angiopathy with artery lesion characterized by intimal cell proliferation, necrosis and narrowed lumen. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Variability in the description of basic information on sampling methods, patient characteristics, and clinical assessments in CFS research reports has been a major impediment to replicating findings across studies. (cdc.gov)
  • Thus, it would be both scientifically and clinically useful and informative to sub-categorize patients according to disease-relevant variables including clinical criteria, co-morbidities, biomarkers etc. (cdc.gov)
  • Each of these articles explores different data sources, and despite the variation in disease and condition combinations selected, these articles show the ability of many US federal datasets to address and better characterize the scope of MCC as well as incorporate important MCC-related issues such as the effect of MCC on the cost of clinical care and the extent of clinical care use. (cdc.gov)
  • How do you deal with complex clinical manifestations of conditions, such as signs (visually observable patient abnormalities), symptoms (abnormal perceptions of illness that only the patients can report, such as pain, itching, fatigue, depressive feelings), and syndromes (clusters of signs, symptoms, and other clinical phenomena that may or may not be indicative of a specific underlying disease)? (cdc.gov)
  • Diphtheria causes a spectrum of clinical disease, ranging from cutaneous forms to severe respiratory infections with systemic complications, including cardiac and neurologic. (cdc.gov)
  • Fungal endocarditis is often difficult to diagnose because the presentation may be nonspecific, and the disease typically occurs in otherwise critically ill patients with confusing clinical pictures. (medscape.com)
  • In particular, it plays a vital role in the physiological and pathological activities of the three important cells, Endothelial cells, macrophages and vascular smooth muscle cells. (wjgnet.com)
  • Their concentration increases specifically and differently during various pathological states, including cardiovascular diseases ( table 1 ) [ 8 ]. (ersjournals.com)
  • There is result in for alarm for the reason that stomach unwanted fat could be pathological or physiological. (iab2016.com)
  • It is pathological in the sense that it is damaging to the overall body and physiological in the sense that it is not harmful. (iab2016.com)
  • As stated by representatives of the Queensland Organization, "common health outcomes linked to [di]stress include cardiovascular disease, immune deficiency disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, musculoskeletald isorders and psychiatric/ psychological illness. (violenceprevention.agency)
  • Most of subjects felt healthier after consuming oxygenated water.Conclusion The consumption of oxygenated water could improve the healing process for patients with diabetes mellitus. (researchgate.net)
  • Besides, obesity in childhood and adolescence can lead to social stigma and isolation, decreased life expectancy, a high frequency of sick leave, disability pension, and increased mortality. (springermedizin.at)
  • There is increasing evidence life expectancy and health, occurring an embodiment dynamic occurs dif- that chronic psychosocial stress may upstream of typically identified risk ferentially across the strata of SEP. (who.int)
  • As advances in public health and health care have helped increase life expectancy, public health professionals and health care providers have the opportunity to improve the quality of life for older adults and their caregivers and reduce the burdens associated with aging. (cdc.gov)
  • In conclusion, FAR was associated independently with the severity of CAD and prognosis, helping to improve risk stratification in NSTE-ACS patients firstly implanted with DES. (hindawi.com)
  • Risk stratification and cardiovascular protection, therefore, are compulsory in management for all hypertensive patients. (escardio.org)
  • Regarding cardiovascular risk stratification, both the intervention (26 %) and the control (6 %) groups shifted to the lower-risk class. (bvsalud.org)
  • Sleep fragmentation results from the increase in overnight arousals and may be exacerbated by the increasing number of geriatric medical conditions, including sleep apnea, musculoskeletal disorders, and cardiopulmonary disease. (medscape.com)
  • So far, most of the neurobiological mechanisms underlying this complex phenomenon have been studied in the field of pain and analgesia, although recent investigations have successfully been performed in the immune system, motor disorders, and depression. (jneurosci.org)
  • Acute stress responsivity (including stress reactivity and recovery of hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal [HPA] axis, autonomic, and cardiovascular systems) as well as disturbances in immune regulation as a result of stress has been examined in healthy subjects [1-3]. (scirp.org)
  • nutraMetrix OPC-3 Chews are designed to deliver strong antioxidant defense, as well as a variety of other health benefits, including cardiovascular and immune support, maintenance of joint flexibility and much more. (nutrametrix.com)
  • Stress coping models or process models have shown that the strain associated with caregiving can result in psychological distress and interference with the immune system (8) and cardiovascular functions (6,7). (cdc.gov)
  • Furthermore, the precise pathophysiological characteristics underlying the association of different cardiovascular risk factors in MetS remain elusive [ 5 ]. (biomedcentral.com)
  • A widely accepted definition of healthspan is the period of one's life spent in good health, free from the chronic diseases and disabilities that commonly accompany aging ( Kaeberlein, 2018 ). (windinmyface.com)
  • The life-course approach to health later effects (Lynch and Smith, 2005) children having a higher body mass is a conceptual framework that merg- and especially pertinent to the study index (BMI) from the age of about es social science and epidemiological of chronic diseases such as cancers 3 years. (who.int)
  • This concept, more likely to suffer from worse health, health outcomes has been referred known as embodiment, was initially diseases, and disabilities across the to as a social fact, given its ubiqui- developed by Krieger (2005) and oc- life-course, especially in older age. (who.int)
  • B. Examination by physician A physician performed and recorded the results of a medical examination giving special attention to specified findings related to nutrition, to hearing, to the thyroid gland,and to the cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological and musculoskeletal systems. (cdc.gov)
  • The mechanisms under-lying oxygen sensing in animals have been previously marked by two Nobel Prizes from more than 75 years ago: to Otto Warburg in 1931 for his discoveries concerning the enzymatic basis for cellular respiration, and to Corneille Heymans in 1938 for his findings on the role of the nervous system in the respiratory response to oxygen. (nobelprize.org)
  • Ventilatory failure with required respiratory support occurs in up to one third of patients at some time during the course of their disease. (medscape.com)
  • The endpoints were major adverse cardiovascular events (MACE), including all-cause mortality, myocardial reinfarction, and target vessel revascularization (TVR). (hindawi.com)
  • Cardiovascular Diseases: Increased risk of myocardial infarction, sudden cardiac death and stroke has been reported in association with use of GnRH analogs in men. (nih.gov)
  • We also review the cardiac complications of diphtheria and discuss how noninvasive bedside imaging technologies to monitor myocardial function and hemodynamic parameters can help improve the management of this neglected infectious disease. (cdc.gov)
  • BP measurement performed by the doctor in increased risk of mortality and cardiovascu- the blood pressure unit. (who.int)
  • A hypertensive emergency is a sharp rise in blood pressure to a level above 180/120 mmHg that is associated with target organ damage, often involving exigent neurologic, cardiovascular, or renal manifestations. (nursingcenter.com)
  • Repeated sauna use acclimates the body to heat and optimizes the body's response to future exposures, likely due to the biological phenomenon known as hormesis . (windinmyface.com)
  • New research shows a sound biological reason for this phenomenon - and it all has to do with the body's internal clock, the circadian system . (healthline.com)
  • The European Society of Cardiology and the American College of Cardiology, two of the most renowned associations in the cardiovascular field, have reached a consensus on initial two-drug therapy for most patients with persistent blood pressure ≥140/90 mmHg [5]. (escardio.org)
  • This was a case-control study which focused on the files of patients hospitalized for a cardiovascular pathology in the cardiology department of the Center Hospitalier Universitaire de Libreville from january 2015 to december. (bvsalud.org)
  • and whether neurobehavioral disorders caused by chronic low-dose exposure to neurotoxicants, which may manifest as psychological distress, are a public health phenomenon near hazardous waste sites. (cdc.gov)
  • The most important diseases and disorders for which the nurses would like to have shared operational guidelines were diabetes, cardiovascular diseases, pain, memory and psychiatric disorders. (helsinki.fi)
  • Further studies are necessary to add new elements in the literature to improve new therapies to treat cardiovascular disorders. (bvsalud.org)
  • In conclusion, decreased or increased protein expression of several TRPM4 variants linked to cardiac conduction disorders or ventricular arrhythmias were found to be caused by altered TRPM4 half-life compared to the WT form. (frontiersin.org)
  • Despite recent findings regarding the functional implications of TRPM4 in cardiac diseases, the molecular and cellular mechanisms leading to altered conduction are poorly understood. (frontiersin.org)
  • However, the physiological role for this channel in cardiac function remains unclear. (frontiersin.org)
  • This article derives from the Master's Degree thesis entitled "Effectiveness of e a l t h i educational interventions for cardiac rehabilitation in patients with ischemic heart disease: An integrative review", presented to the Master's Degree Program program o s t e r H in Nursing of Universidad de Cartagena, Colombia. (bvsalud.org)
  • Telemedicine and education software design were resources to implement the interventions, finding a reduc- n t e r v e n t i o n s t tion in hospitalizations for cardiac reasons. (bvsalud.org)
  • Its incidence is increasing because more neonates are in intensive care units (ICUs), are undergoing cardiac surgical procedures, and are receiving hyperalimentation (CHA). (medscape.com)
  • Symptomatic of such complications is surgical hermaturia (following prostatectomy and nephrectomy) or nonsurgical hematuria (accompanying polycystic or neoplastic diseases of the genitourinary system). (globalrph.com)
  • The most common complications in survivors are associated with embolic phenomena, postoperative issues, and underlying or predisposing conditions. (medscape.com)
  • High blood pressure levels that produce no signs or symptoms of target organ damage may be treated without hospitalization through an increase in or reestablishment of previously prescribed oral antihypertensive medication. (nursingcenter.com)
  • Latency to fall asleep and the number and duration of overnight arousal periods increase. (medscape.com)
  • Our review discusses genetic and endocrine factors in obesity, discusses obesity induced changes in lipid metabolism and includes some recent findings on the role of gut microbiota in obesity. (uzh.ch)
  • Obesity is a multifactorial chronic disease that cannot be addressed by simply promoting better diets and more physical activity. (springermedizin.at)
  • Integrating multi-omics approaches will enable a paradigm shift from the one size fits all approach towards precision obesity management, i.e. (1) precision prevention of the onset of obesity, (2) precision medicine and tailored treatment of obesity, and (3) precision risk reduction and prevention of secondary diseases related to obesity. (springermedizin.at)
  • Since a body of literature implies that olfactory perception and function is hampered in obesity, we here investigate neuroanatomical correlates of this phenomenon. (frontiersin.org)
  • Modern lifestyles and trends that promote overconsumption and unhealthy practices have contributed to an increase in the annual incidence of diabetic AS worldwide, which has created a heavy burden on society. (wjgnet.com)
  • The training plan includes topics related to geriatric pharmacotherapy and improving collaborative practices and communication as identified by those involved in different stages of the study. (helsinki.fi)
  • Nutrition knowledge and practices of the population have been significantly improved. (who.int)
  • Patients with PH exhibited higher circulating levels of microparticles compared to control subjects and in vitro or in vivo generated microparticles can induce endothelial dysfunction, interfere with coagulation pathways or modulate inflammatory phenomenon. (ersjournals.com)
  • However, many disease-predisposing factors and/or contributing factors have been identified, including inflammation, endothelial cell dysfunction, aberrant vascular wall cell proliferation and mutations in the bone morphogenetic protein-receptor type 2 ( Bmpr2 ) gene [ 1 - 3 ]. (ersjournals.com)
  • Cocoa flavanols protect humans against vascular disease, as evidenced by improvements in peripheral endothelial function, likely through nitric oxide signalling. (nature.com)
  • In particular, cocoa flavanols, a sub-group of flavonoids (also present in berries, grapes, apples and tea) have been shown to improve endothelial function in humans quite rapidly (within 1-2 h) by enhancing vasodilatory properties of peripheral arteries 5 , 6 . (nature.com)
  • Hence, hypercapnia represents a robust model to test whether flavanol-mediated increases in endothelial function (as assessed by gold-standard FMD) mediate benefits in cerebrovascular and cognitive function. (nature.com)
  • Sauna use has emerged as a probable means to increase lifespan and extend healthspan. (windinmyface.com)
  • A growing number of studies are finding how fasting mimetics may improve not only overall health but increase lifespan and healthspan too. (healthnews.com)
  • L'objectif de ce travail était de décrire le profi l des manifestations cardiovasculaires chez les patients vivants avec le VIH en le comparant à celui de patients séronégatifs. (bvsalud.org)
  • The objective of this study was to describe the profile of cardiovascular manifestations in patients living with HIV by comparing it to the one of seronegative patients. (bvsalud.org)
  • Due to the exposure of African Americans to a unique trajectory of stressors throughout life, it may be critical to understand the relationship between psychosocial stress and underlying biological mechanisms that influence disease activity and pathology in this high risk group. (scirp.org)
  • It is highly likely that early childhood exposure to segregated, economically impoverished neighborhoods created by institutionalized racism adversely affects child health and growth and sets the Black child on a low education and economic trajectory that increases the risk of poor physical and mental health in adulthood [14]. (scirp.org)
  • UCd is a biomarker for lifetime cadmium exposure among people with lower, nonoccupational exposures because, in the absence of episodes of high-level exposure, cadmium-binding sites, primarily in the kidney and liver, are not saturated, and UCd increases in proportion to the amount of cadmium stored in the body ( Dillon and Ho 1991 ). (nih.gov)
  • This exposure elicits mild hyperthermia, inducing a thermoregulatory response involving neuroendocrine, cardiovascular, and cytoprotective mechanisms that work in a synergistic fashion in an attempt to maintain homeostasis. (windinmyface.com)
  • In addition, there was an increase in heart rate with high exposure group compared to the group with low exposure 11 . (bvsalud.org)
  • As these kinds of health effects data become available and methods to assess levels of significant human exposure improve, these MRLs will be revised. (cdc.gov)
  • Patients with metabolic syndrome (MetS) have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Indeed, IS is a very complex phenomenon which is influenced not only by the cellular metabolic status but also interacts with circulating molecules such as hormones (including insulin), nutrients and inflammatory molecules. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The fasting-mimetic diet has been found to improve many health concerns, such as insulin resistance, cellular rejuvenation, and metabolic flexibility. (healthnews.com)
  • If you have long-term kidney disease, you may not have any symptoms until your kidney function is very low. (healthykidneyclub.com)
  • Taking 30-500 mg of DHEA by mouth daily seems to improve symptoms of depression. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Taking DHEA by mouth does not improve symptoms of this condition. (medlineplus.gov)
  • What is known about the long-term health effects of chronically increased stress among individuals living near hazardous waste sites? (cdc.gov)
  • For example, Järup and Akesson (2009) recently reviewed the literature on cadmium and health effects and identified single-study-reported associations between cadmium and cardiovascular effects other than HTN. (nih.gov)
  • Shortly thereafter, the parties submitted proposed findings of fact on the effects of marijuana and legal arguments for the court's consideration. (druglibrary.net)
  • My own experience of those effects was so powerful, it moved me to shift my neuroscience research from a focus on brain areas critical for long-term memory to a focus on understanding how exercise improves brain function in humans. (livescience.com)
  • Published findings have demonstrated Pycnogenol's wide array of beneficial effects on the body, specifically in the realm of antioxidant health. (nutrametrix.com)
  • These compounds replicate the physiological effects of fasting by activating similar molecular pathways. (healthnews.com)
  • Using higher doses or using it long-term can increase the risk of serious side effects including cancer. (medlineplus.gov)
  • The effects of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on vaccination, case management, and surveillance data quality are not yet known but are likely to reduce vaccination rates even further. (cdc.gov)
  • Hyperglycemia and Diabetes: Hyperglycemia and an increased risk of developing diabetes have been reported in men receiving GnRH analogs. (nih.gov)
  • Initially, ZOLADEX, like other GnRH agonists, causes transient increases in serum levels of testosterone . (wikidoc.org)
  • Scientists have discovered that fucoidans are a source of necessary components of cell-surface molecules that facilitate cell-to-cell signaling, the core regulatory process responsible for everything from immunity and cardiovascular function to healthy cellular proliferation. (lifeextension.com)
  • Concerning taurine's impact on key aging markers, the study's findings also revealed that supplementation reduced cellular senescence, protected against telomerase deficiency, suppressed mitochondrial dysfunction, decreased DNA damage, and attenuated inflammation. (worldhealth.net)
  • Although the exact role of cellular microparticles remains partially understood, there is increasing evidence to suggest an active role for microparticles in PH pathophysiology. (ersjournals.com)
  • This proposal tests the paradigm-shifting hypothesis that mitochondrial-derived proteins (MPDs) play a previously unappreciated role in the regulation of cellular and organismal function, and that disregulation of MDPs is important in disease development. (nih.gov)
  • This protection is not short-lived, as fewer cardiovascular events were observed after one year in hypertensive patients started with combination treatment compared to those with monotherapy [7]. (escardio.org)
  • The study of the placebo effect reflects a current neuroscientific thought that has as its central tenet the idea that "subjective" constructs such as expectation and value have identifiable physiological bases, and that these bases are powerful modulators of basic perceptual, motor, and internal homeostatic processes. (jneurosci.org)
  • Taurine , one of the most abundant amino acids in humans, plays a vital role in various physiological processes. (worldhealth.net)
  • The process and potential to slow it down have captivated the scientific community prompting a substantial rise in research to enhance our understanding of aging as a biological phenomenon. (worldhealth.net)
  • Laboratory and animal studies further reveal that fucoidans prevent certain infectious diseases, and block cancer cells from spreading and trigger their early death. (lifeextension.com)
  • Another issue is whether to consider many infectious diseases as chronic conditions. (cdc.gov)
  • All the possible reasons, including the unobvious erectile dysfunction triggers, can be divided into two groups: psychological and physiological. (best-price-viagra-online.com)
  • Sometimes, a combination of psychological and physiological issues leads to weak erection, too. (best-price-viagra-online.com)
  • Aging is a biological and psychological phenomenon that affects the family and social level. (bvsalud.org)
  • Aging is a physiological process that involves all living things and is connected to the loss of skills, the way of life in the past, genetics, and emotional and psychological changes. (bvsalud.org)
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
  • The findings and conclusions in this report are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official position of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (cdc.gov)
  • To increase knowledge among women and healthcare providers about uterine cancer, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's National Comprehensive Cancer Control Program (NCCCP) partnered with the Inside Knowledge: Get The Facts About Gynecologic Cancer campaign to present facilitated discussions about uterine cancer with women and providers. (cdc.gov)
  • The physiological mechanism relating cardiovascular risk factors to dementia, he says, "is not altogether clear. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Recent evidence indicates that altered degradation rate of mutant proteins represents a pathogenic mechanism underlying genetic diseases. (frontiersin.org)
  • It also requires a mechanism for the program implementation in conformity with current social economic conditions toward proper nutrition and health promotion for the community, thus contributing to improved stature, physical and intellectual health of Vietnamese people in the coming decades. (who.int)
  • The research also reveals another major finding: although women are commonly thought to be at higher risk of developing dementia, the scientists found that the underlying incidence rate is identical for men and women. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • Analyzing data from 49,202 individuals across several decades and combining information from seven participating studies, the paper documented a 13 percent decline per decade in the dementia incidence rate in Europe and North America during the past quarter-century, with similar results for Alzheimer's disease (the most common form of dementia). (harvardmagazine.com)
  • 1-5 At the same time, the Japanese enjoy far lower incidence of most chronic, age-related diseases than Western populations. (lifeextension.com)
  • Although more than 30 genes are tentatively correlated with Alzheimer's disease, scientists believe their role is very limited. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • During the past 20 years, improved medications (such as statins), as well as programs in the United States and Europe to discourage smoking and encourage lifestyle changes that decrease high blood pressure and cholesterol, have played a substantial role in limiting these factors. (harvardmagazine.com)
  • These molecules play a crucial role across a broad range of physiological mechanisms. (lifeextension.com)
  • Mitochondrial dysfunction has been associated with many diseases, including neurogegeneration, diabetes and cancer, although its exact role in the development of these diseases remains controversial. (nih.gov)
  • Whether observing living cells under a microscope, working with peers on an enzyme activity investigation, preparing and presenting research on viral disease, or viewing and discussing a video about genetic privacy, students will strive to gain an appreciation for their own complexity while developing a capacity to critically analyze and discuss common biological controversies. (aps1.net)
  • Increasing student capacity to critically analyze and relate phenomena of the physical world in terms of the fundamental laws of physics is the underlying objective of this course. (aps1.net)
  • Finally, the study's authors found that exercise increased blood concentrations of taurine metabolites - which further validates the current evidence supporting exercise as an anti-aging intervention. (worldhealth.net)
  • The study's author says the findings help illuminate why headaches happen at consistent times and potentially open the door to new circadian-based treatment options. (healthline.com)
  • In elderly persons, the time spent in stage N3 sleep decreases, and the time in stage N2 compensatorily increases. (medscape.com)
  • Exercise decreases the risk of cardiovascular disease , one of the leading causes of death, it energizes us, and in general makes us feel great. (livescience.com)
  • Furthermore, adding FAR to the model of established risk factors, the C-statistic increased from 0.706 to 0.720, 0.650 to 0.668, and 0.611 to 0.632, respectively. (hindawi.com)
  • As many risk factors for the disease are associated with advanced medical care, a direct relationship between the availability of these technologies and the frequency of this infection is likely present. (medscape.com)
  • Diphtheria is a life-threatening, vaccine-preventable disease caused by toxigenic Corynebacterium bacterial species that continues to cause substantial disease and death worldwide, particularly in vulnerable populations. (cdc.gov)
  • After examining 3,438 participants within a cross-cultural sample and controlling for secondary factors, Silver saw a significant link between distress, substance abuse, mental illness, and increased violence. (violenceprevention.agency)
  • Moreover, in the physiological response to distress, some people may respond with the fight, flight, or freeze response. (violenceprevention.agency)
  • In lieu of the link between distress and violence, and the current economic recession and increased possible cultural stressors, the International Labour Organization proposed additional measures needed to prevent violence in various service sectors such as education, tourism, and public emergency services. (violenceprevention.agency)
  • Aging brings forth many physiological changes across various levels, from organelles to organ systems. (worldhealth.net)
  • One human study out of USC published in Science Translational Medicine found that the fasting-mimicking diet "reduced body weight and body fat, lowered blood pressure, and decreased the hormone IGF-1, which has been implicated in aging and disease. (healthnews.com)
  • It aims to prevent and reverse diseases of aging by addressing their common root cause, the aging process itself. (fightaging.org)
  • And among them, aging, diets, radiation use, various diseases and the use of medicinal products with xerostomic potential are highlighted. (bvsalud.org)
  • Healthy aging is not merely the absence of disease or disability, but requires physical and mental health and ongoing social engagement (1). (cdc.gov)
  • DHEA supplements are used for aging skin, depression, infertility, muscle strength, heart disease, erectile dysfunction (ED), and many other conditions, but there is no good scientific evidence to support many of these other uses. (medlineplus.gov)
  • Methods: The Balancing Lupus Experiences with Stress Strategies (BLESS) study piloted the validated "Better Choices, Better Health" Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) in 30 African-American lupus patients participating in the SLE Clinic Database Project at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC). (scirp.org)
  • Our findings imply that comparable, if not more significant gains in relevant health indicators are possible in African American patients when provided the opportunity to participate in CDSMP's. (scirp.org)
  • Recommendations to lupus patients to avoid stress are based on numerous studies that have demonstrated associations between daily stress and disease exacerbations [4-8]. (scirp.org)
  • Even less is known about this phenomenon in African American lupus patients. (scirp.org)
  • Also, it was reported that music therapy improved heart rate variability in anthracycline-treated breast cancer patients. (bvsalud.org)
  • A small number of patients may experience a temporary increase in bone pain , which can be managed symptomatically. (wikidoc.org)
  • Implementation and monitoring geriatric pharmacotherapy can be improved by improving multiprofessional cooperation and training for nurses and physicians working in home care services. (helsinki.fi)
  • Adherence to minimum standards and increased reporting consistency will allow for better comparisons among published CFS articles, Author Manuscript provide guidance for future research and foster the generation of knowledge that can directly benefit the patient. (cdc.gov)
  • We are delighted to announce the fifth Ending Age-Related Diseases conference on August 11-14, 2022! (fightaging.org)