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Consider lowering cholesterol ‘much earlier on in life’, researchers suggest

A study found exposure to high or fluctuating cholesterol early in life may heighten the risk of developing a condition called atherosclerosis.

The Independent UK

Lowering cholesterol levels early in life reduces risk of heart disease - study

High cholesterol increases risk of condition that causes arteries to narrow

Evening Standard

Scientists say public should start lowering cholesterol much earlier on in life

Lowering cholesterol levels should be thought about much earlier in life, researchers have said.

The Independent UK

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What is cholesterol and how can we lower it?

By being proactive, you can avoid complications like heart disease or strokes later in life

The Independent UK

Ultra-Processed Foods Linked To Heart Disease: Study Reveals Most and Least Harmful Items

While ultra-processed foods are associated with heart disease, the level of risk varies depending on the specific type of food, and not all of them have the same detrimental effects.

Medical Daily

Is lactate testing worthwhile for amateur athletes?

Pro riders have long used blood lactate to guide training and now amateur athletes are following suit. Rob Kemp investigates a growing fitness trend

Cycling Weekly

Regular Cellphone Use Tied To Heart Disease: Smokers, Diabetics At Greater Risk, Says Study

The increased heart disease risk is partly due to the poor sleep, psychological distress, and neuroticism associated with mobile use, the research revealed.

Medical Daily

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Endometriosis Raises Women's Risk Of Heart Attacks, Strokes: Study

The study revealed that those with endometriosis face a 20% higher risk of serious cardiac events, including heart attacks and strokes.

Medical Daily

Eat less bacon and cheese to cut heart attack risk, Britons urged

Charity says people should aim to limit their intake of salt, which contributes to high blood pressure

The Guardian - UK

Key Ingredient In Weight Loss Drugs Ozempic And Wegovy Cuts Risk Of COVID Death: Report

People being treated with the drugs, which both contain semaglutide, had a 33% lower risk of dying from the disease, study found

International Business Times

One Unit Temperature Drop Over 2-6 Days Raises Heart Attack Risk By 10%: Study

The latest study examined the short-term effects of lower air temperature and cold spells on the risk of hospitalization from various types of myocardial infarction.

Medical Daily

Is your blood pressure slightly high? Here’s what doctors want you to know

The higher your blood pressure is, the more often you need to have it checked

The Independent UK

Single Blood Test Could Predict Women's Heart Disease Risk Over 30 Years: Study

Researchers suggest that a one-time measurement of three biomarkers could accurately forecast the risk of major cardiovascular events in the decades to come.

Medical Daily

Weight-loss drugs ‘slow down the ageing process’, scientists suggest

Semaglutide – contained in Ozempic and Wegovy – has ‘far-reaching benefits’, with people dying at lower rate from all causes

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New hope on heart disease as science offers early detection and prevention

Programme that monitored thousands of women leads to findings that could lead to better health outcomes for decades to come

The Independent UK

Scientists reveal best time to take high blood pressure tablets

Researchers said they have found ‘conclusive evidence’ that taking BP medicine in the evening is no better than taking it in the morning.

The Independent UK

Heart disease breakthrough as ‘gene silencer’ drug shows promise

Researchers found the risk of death and recurring ‘cardiovascular events’ – such as heart attacks or strokes – were reduced by 28% overall

The Independent UK

Take high blood pressure tablets at a time that best suits you, scientists say

Researchers said they have found ‘conclusive evidence’ that taking BP medicine in the evening is no better than taking it in the morning.

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Evening Standard

Life saving NHS health checks to be offered at work

More than 130,000 people will receive health checks to help free up NHS appointments

Medical Daily

Recent Recreational Drug Use In ICU Patients Triples Risk Of Repeat Cardiovascular Events: Study

The study explored how recent recreational drug use affects the risk of serious cardiovascular events, including death, over a year in nearly 1,400 patients admitted to ICUs across France.

The Guardian - UK

Workplace health checks introduced in England to target preventable diseases

More than 130,000 people will benefit from check-ups that will be considered the equivalent of an NHS appointment

The Independent UK

Are Sunday lie-ins good for you? Study finds catching up on sleep at weekends ‘lowers heart disease risk’

If consistent sleep isn’t possible, a weekend lie-in may be a good idea.

Zenger

Israeli Hospital’s Algorithm Predicts Risk Of Pulmonary Embolism Using Patient Records‌ ‌

Sheba Medical Center's AI tool identifies high-risk patients upon admission, aiding early diagnosis and treatment.‌‌

Medical Daily

Sleep Debt Raises Heart Disease Risk, Study Says Here's How To Mitigate It

Catching up on lost sleep over the weekends might help offset sleep deficits from the week, and mitigate heart disease risk, the study suggests.

The Independent UK

Lying in at the weekend may lower heart disease risk by 20%

Planning on waking up early this weekend?

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