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The Latest Breaking News on Heart Disease

A vital health check is bypassing the people most in need

Letter: Take the ‘midlife MOT’ to the people, especially those in deprived and ethnic-minority communities, who are more likely to develop heart disease, writes Dr Jahangir Alom

The Guardian - UK

Working Well: The simple act of taking deep breaths can reduce stress and anxiety

Deep breathing can be a simple and effective way to reduce stress

The Independent UK

Vitamin D Supplements May Help Lower Blood Pressure In Older Adults With Obesity; Study Finds

Researchers now suggest that vitamin D supplementation may be an effective, simple way to lower blood pressure levels in elderly adults with obesity.

Medical Daily

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Less than half of eligible people received NHS ‘midlife MOT’ since 2019, says watchdog

Health check, which looks for signs of illnesses such as heart disease and diabetes, is available to people over 40

The Guardian - UK

Fewer than half take part in NHS midlife MOT – report

Experts said that if more people took up the offer, it would ‘save lives and public money’.

The Independent UK

Weight Loss Drugs May Lower Risk Of Subsequent Heart Attacks, Strokes In Stroke Survivors: Study

Researchers have now found that certain classes of weight loss and diabetes medications could be lifesavers for stroke survivors, slashing their risk of future heart attacks, strokes, and even death.

Medical Daily

Milk Intake May Increase Heart Disease Risk In Women; Yogurt Healthier Alternative: Says Study

Researchers have found that non-fermented milk intake could raise heart disease risk in women while switching to a fermented alternative like yogurt might reduce the risk.

Medical Daily

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Breathing issues cause more emergency NHS admissions than any other condition

Figures for England show one in eight of all unplanned hospital admissions in 2023-24 were for respiratory system diseases

The Guardian - UK

Take a seat — standing desks aren't better for you, says new study

A recently published study casts serious doubt on the touted health benefits of owning a standing desk.

Tom’s Hardware

Here are new guidelines for preventing stroke, the nation's 4th biggest killer

The majority of strokes could be prevented, according to new guidelines aimed at helping people and their doctors do just that

The Independent UK

Adding five minutes exercise a day can help lower blood pressure, study says

Researchers say choosing to climb stairs or cycle to the shops is enough to have a positive effect

The Guardian - UK

Daithi’s Law campaigner says he will continue fight after MBE honour

Adults are now deemed to have given consent as a potential organ donor after their death unless they choose to opt out.

The Independent UK

Calls for adoption of action plan on disease affecting one in 10 Scots

A working group led by charity Kidney Research UK will unveil an action plan on Wednesday evening.

Evening Standard

PFAS linked to gut health issues in young adults, new study finds

Gut bacteria changes from toxic ‘forever chemicals’ can decrease kidney function, research also suggests

The Guardian - US

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Medical Daily

Prolonged Sitting Accelerates Aging: Walk After Work May Not Fix It, Says Study

Researchers have found that even the recommended 20 minutes of daily moderate exercise may not be sufficient to reduce the heart disease risk and signs of aging linked to prolonged sedentary time.

Medical Daily

Scheduling Surgery After A Heart Attack? Here's How Long You Might Have To Wait

Researchers have now identified a "sweet spot" for safely scheduling surgeries in those who had a heart attack.

Dynamite News

Adults with congenial heart disease can get insights into their quality of life

Adults with congenital heart disease (CHD) can now gain vital insights into their long-term quality of life according to data from the Congenital Heart Initiative (CHI). Read further on Dynamite News:

Woman & Home

Dr Hilary Jones warns of heart attack symptoms as 'twice as many' women die of the condition than breast cancer

The doctor appeared on Lorraine with a warning - and revealed the key symptoms to look out for

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The Independent UK

Working Well: Seeking the elusive work-life balance, one step at a time

It’s no surprise that workers feel burned-out

The Guardian - AU

Curbing Australia’s salt intake with new WHO limits could save almost 3,000 lives in a decade, study says

WHO food scientist says relying on voluntary measures to reduce salt in the country’s food supply is not enough

Evening Standard

Midwife ‘wrongly trusted’ doctors, inquiry into baby’s death told

Freya Murphy died a week after her birth at the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital in Glasgow in July 2018.

Tom’s Guide

Sleep apnea treatments: What are they and how to access them

Over 900 million people globally experience sleep apnea. Here are the most common treatments, from CPAP machines to healthy weight loss.

Tom’s Guide

A new study suggests standing desks don't improve your health — here's why I use one anyway

Working at a standing desk may not improve your cardiovascular health but it does allow you to move around more throughout your workday.

The Guardian - UK

Earlier blood thinner use may cut risk of second stroke for irregular heartbeat patients

Those who have a stroke are 35% less likely to have another if drugs given earlier than they are now, research finds

Medical Daily

Strokes Can Be Deadly But Preventable: Guidelines To Reduce Your Risk Of First Stroke

The current stroke prevention guidelines issued by the American Stroke Association replace the 2014 guidelines and target the prevention of the first stroke.

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