[ad_1] Glucocorticoids are steroids widely prescribed to treat a number of immune-mediated inflammatory diseases. Although high doses of steroids are known to increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, the impact of lower doses is unknown. One study suggests that even low doses of glucocorticoids can increase the risk of cardiovascular …
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[ad_1] A person’s genetic makeup can affect the possibility that they may experience side effects from certain medications. Some labs now offer pharmacogenetic tests that let patients know if they carry genetic variants known to be associated with adverse drug effects. Such tests could help patients and their doctors choose …
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[ad_1] Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.November 18, 2020 Using a remotely-delivered algorithm-based program for disease management, patients experienced significant improvement in cholesterol and blood pressure levels, according to the latest research presented today at the American Heart Association’s 2020 scientific sessions. The virtual meeting will be held from Friday 13 …
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[ad_1] Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.November 17, 2020 A new American Heart Association collaborative model for COVID-19 research, using data from the new AHA COVID-19 cardiovascular disease registry, found that Hispanic and black adults with COVID-19 were much more likely to be hospitalized. hospital compared to their white counterparts, as …
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[ad_1] Reviewed by Emily Henderson, B.Sc.November 15, 2020 A single daily pill that combines blood pressure and cholesterol medications, along with the addition of a daily dose of aspirin, reduced cardiovascular disease events in people at risk for heart disease, according to recent research presented in a study today. late …
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[ad_1] Studies from a randomized controlled trial reveal walnuts’ ability to prevent major risk factors for heart disease, he says, “people who regularly consume walnuts may have a lower risk of heart disease than those who don’t eat.” In the study, conducted by Dr Emilio Ros of the Hospital Clinic …
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[ad_1] Health According to the study, sweeteners aren’t a healthy alternative to sugar 28.10.2020, 11:47 Washington. According to one study, sweeteners are hardly healthier than sugar. Artificial sweetness is just as bad for the cardiovascular system. 5 reasons not to use sugar In Germany everyone eats an average of 85 …
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