Black Health Matters

JANUARY 9, 2025

“Nearly 80% of patients, most of whom were Black women, screened positive for at least one social risk factor,” Dr. Lim said. Lim: Nearly 80% of patients, mostly Black women, screened positive for at least one social risk factor.

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Black Health Matters

DECEMBER 15, 2024

H owever , poor sleep is a risk factor in weight gain. References: NIH. Factors Affecting Weight and Health NHLBI. Overweight and Obesity – Causes and Risk Factors The post Obesity Uncovered: Exploring the Root Causes appeared first on Black Health Matters!

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Black Health Matters

JULY 15, 2024

The negative results of racism are sometimes referred to as weathering. This dispels that all it takes is improvements in financial equity to overcome risk factors. Racism as a Public Health Crisis In 2021, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention declared racism a legitimate public health crisis.

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Black Health Matters

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

People living with obesity are more likely to develop heart disease, even if they dont currently have high blood pressure or other common risk factors. How Obesity Drives Heart Disease Risk Carrying excess weight, particularly around the abdomen, places added strain on the heart. Obesity and Heart Disease AHA.

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Mercola

MARCH 10, 2025

Specifically, researchers from the United Kingdom, using data from the Avon Longitudinal Study of Parents and Children (ALSPAC), explored cardiovascular risk factors during childhood and adolescence and how they influence brain structure in regions linked to dementia.

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Smart Data Collective

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

While the technology is not new, this is being referred to as the year for AI. Now that you have a better understanding or risk parity, you may be wondering what role machine learning can play in managing it. Here at Smart Data Collective, we have blogged extensively about the changes brought on by AI technology.

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Mercola

OCTOBER 23, 2024

of participants were aware that rounding of the upper back, often referred to as a "buffalo hump," is possible. Even more concerning, MLF an independent risk factor for developing glucocorticoid-induced diabetes, even after adjusting for other known risk factors like age and dosage. The study also found that 54.4%

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Mercola

MARCH 17, 2025

Glucose intolerance occurs Contrary to industry claims that artificial sweeteners are healthy, the study revealed the opposite aspartame interferes with insulin signaling and contributes to glucose intolerance, making them hidden risk factors for metabolic disorders.

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Mercola

MARCH 6, 2025

Oxidative stress refers to an imbalance between harmful free radicals and protective antioxidants in your cells. and your risk of cardiometabolic diseases, with a focus on Type 2 diabetes, revealing that air pollution is a major environmental risk factor for Type 2 diabetes worldwide. When you breathe in PM2.5,

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Mercola

DECEMBER 23, 2024

microgram per deciliter (g/dL) well above today's clinical reference value of 5 g/dL. Get a blood lead test for yourself and your children Regularly monitor blood lead levels for yourself and your family, especially if you reside in an older home or a high-risk area. Adults should aim to keep their lead levels below 3.5

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Mercola

JANUARY 30, 2025

By addressing both weight and metabolic factors, you mitigate Alzheimer's risk and support better cognitive health outcomes. Understanding the Role of Fat in Cognitive Health Alzheimer's is a complex condition with several risk factors, including age, genetics and lifestyle choices.

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

In the world of health and wellness, vitamin D shines brightly, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin." While the effect on incidence may be modest due to the influence of other risk factors, vitamin D has a stronger effect on mortality by reducing angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels) and metastasis (spread of cancer).

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 10, 2025

Furthermore, health care providers don't always consider dietary habits as a primary factor in muscle health, focusing instead on more conventional risk factors like physical inactivity, age or chronic diseases. 13 Lean body mass refers to the weight of everything in your body except fat, including muscles, bones and organs.

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Mercola

JANUARY 27, 2025

Underlying Causes of Anxiety Disorders Anxiety disorders are often exacerbated by a variety of risk factors, including genetic predisposition, environmental stressors and personal history of trauma. Torso stiffness, which refers to the tightness or rigidity in the muscles around the upper body, was found to be a common stress response.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 17, 2024

While genetics play a role, lifestyle and environmental factors significantly influence your risk. Among these, sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnea stand out as modifiable risk factors linked to Alzheimers. Poor sleep disrupts essential brain processes, including the clearance of A.

Environmental Health and Safety 70

Environmental Health and Safety Ageing and Health Reproductive Health Risk Factors 70

Mercola

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Analysis was done using special software, and once completed, factors such as blood pressure readings, and whether the participants were taking hypertensive medications or not were considered for the results. The SBP value refers to the highest pressure in the arteries, which occurs when the heart ventricles contract.

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 7, 2025

Vitamin D, often referred to as the "sunshine vitamin," is a nutrient that plays a key role in numerous physiological processes. Instead, they recommend separate vitamin D3 supplements, with dosages tailored to individual needs based on blood testing.

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Mental Health and Public Health Maternal and Child Health Climate Change and Health Ageing and Health 85

Institute of Public Health

MAY 30, 2023

Stop Smoking Support Services If you, or a loved one, require help to quit smoking, the following support and information is available: Northern Ireland : Stop Smoking NI Ireland : Quit.ie References Dalglish, S. Evidence suggests that too many people with mental ill health smoke, which can negatively affect their physical health.

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Gideon

APRIL 29, 2021

Individuals at increased risk include patients with diabetes, cancer, HIV/AIDS , and other conditions that compromise the immune system. Hospitalization is in itself a risk factor for S. References (1) Wertheim HF, Melles DC, Vos MC, van Leeuwen W, van Belkum A, Verbrugh HA, Nouwen JL. aureus infection.

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Sheffield DPH

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

2% could be higher depending on the population group who end up taking the drug (when you think about other risk factors for gallstones e.g. women, over 40). Adult tier 2 weight management services: short statistical commentary April 2023 – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) some recent helpful references BMJ article.

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Public Healthy

APRIL 17, 2019

Normal people having normal conversations don’t say ‘risk factor’ or ‘morbidity’, do they? We often don’t even refer to people as people, they become ‘service users’, or NEETs , or something equally impersonal. Even if you’re immune to management speak, the public health bit of public health is also full of jargon.

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Black Health Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) refers to several types of heart conditions. African Americans are more likely to have conditions that increase their risk for CVD. CVD refers to disorders that affect the heart and blood vessels. Are you at Risk? References: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Black Health Matters

MARCH 31, 2025

To learn more about type 2 diabetes, the increased risk of CKD and CVD, or to help you get real about your diabetes, visit www.GetRealAboutDiabetes.com. References: 1. Race/ethnicity Kidney disease risk factors. Anthony Anderson is a paid spokesperson of Novo Nordisk. Cleveland Clinic. Type 2 Diabetes.

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Black Health Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

Elevated Lipoprotein(a), often referred to as Lp(a), has been recognized as a significant risk factor for heart disease. Dr. Sara Collins, interventional cardiologist and researcher, breaks down the importance of knowing your Lp(a) levels, understanding your risk, and keeping hope alive.

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Black Health Matters

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

References: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Lipoprotein(a): A Genetically Determined, Causal, and Prevalent Risk Factor for Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease: A Scientific Statement From the American Heart Association Center for Disease Control and Prevention. Heart Disease Facts. About Heart Disease.

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Black Health Matters

NOVEMBER 2, 2024

By understanding the unique risk factors, accessing prevention tools like PrEP, and advocating for equal healthcare, we can take proactive steps to protect our sexual health. References U.S. It may not be obvious to them that you desire PrEP, but it is important that you explore your HIV prevention options.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Inguinal Hernia Epidemiology and Risk Factors Inguinal hernias represent a significant medical condition affecting approximately 7.7% While women can develop inguinal hernias, their incidence is notably lower, typically occurring in conjunction with risk factors such as obesity, previous pregnancies, or chronic cough conditions.

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The Health Care Blog

MARCH 17, 2022

yet, anti-vaxxers are referring to this paper as evidence that vaccine mRNA becomes DNA that is incorporated into the genes of body cells. Yet, Offit has publicly questioned the practice of giving third doses to young people with no health risk factors, and thinks that a case of COVID-19 probably should count as a dose.

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Black Health Matters

JANUARY 29, 2025

Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatohepatitis (MASH) MASLD (Metabolic Associated Steatotic Liver Disease) and MASH (Metabolic Associated Steatohepatitis) are updated terms for conditions previously referred to as non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH). References: NIH. What Is Obesity?

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Mercola

DECEMBER 2, 2024

A major factor that could be causing this is unrefreshing sleep, also called nonrestorative sleep. As its name implies, unrefreshing sleep refers to sleep that does not sufficiently recharge your body and brain, leaving you feeling unrested. reported in 2012. to 42% of people worldwide.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Endothelial dysfunction refers to the impaired function of the inner lining of blood vessels, which is important for maintaining vascular health. By identifying arsenic as a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease, this study paves the way for new policies and interventions aimed at reducing arsenic exposure in communities.

Environmental Health and Safety 56

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Mercola

MARCH 29, 2025

7 Sensible Sun Exposure Reduces the Risk of Chronic Diseases Holick's findings suggest that regular, moderate sun exposure is associated with a lower risk of chronic diseases. 10 , 11 The benefits extend to cardiovascular health Sun exposure has been linked to a lower risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

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Mercola

JANUARY 19, 2025

higher risk of developing dementia, whereas men had a 2.5% increased risk. 4 Even after adjusting for factors such as race, education and cohabitation status, the association remained significant, emphasizing that OSA is an independent risk factor for dementia. Notably, by the age of 80, women with OSA had a 4.7%

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Mercola

DECEMBER 21, 2024

Maintaining "biological youth" is the single most important factor for longevity, but the question is how to achieve this as you get older. Lands book is 500 pages, with 8,000 references, so its a good resource to take a deep dive into the strategies that will help keep you biologically young.

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

This hidden fat, scientifically referred to as intermuscular adipose tissue, or IMAT, quietly infiltrates your muscles and accumulates even if your BMI is in the healthy range. PBF emerged as a significantly better predictor of cardiovascular risk factors compared to BMI.

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Gideon

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Hospital-acquired infections, also known as “healthcare-associated infections” or “nosocomial infection,” refer to infections that were not present before seeking medical care and were acquired in a healthcare setting. Geriatric patients are also at increased risk, as are those with multiple medical comorbidities. and Pittard, A.,

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The terms "heart attack" and "cardiac arrest" are often used interchangeably, but they refer to two distinct cardiovascular events that have significantly different causes and outcomes. Risk factors that contribute to this process include high blood pressure, poor dietary choices, diabetes, stress and genetic predispositions.

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