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Share on PinterestIntermittent fasting resulted in similar weight loss as traditional calorie restriction, according to a new review. One form of intermittent fasting, known as whole-day fasting, did yield slightly more weight loss than caloric restriction. Experts say that the similar results across different diet protocols mean individuals trying to lose weight have more options available to suit their lifestyle.
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Share on PinterestAppendix cancer cases are rising among young adults, according to new research. Gen Xers and older Millennials face three to four times the risk compared to those born in the 1940s. Appendix cancer is rare, and regular screening is not common, so it’s important to discuss any unusual abdominal symptoms with your doctor. Appendix cancer cases are rising sharply among young adults, a new study shows.
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1 week ago | 
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Adding simvastatin to escitalopram did not yield any additional antidepressant benefits, according to a new study. The findings are contrary to some earlier studies that suggested that statins could reduce depression symptoms. Statins may not yield antidepressive effects, but their psychiatric safety in at-risk patients is reassuring.
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2 weeks ago | 
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AI-generated patient education materials match expert guidelines in accuracy and completeness, according to a new study. The materials demonstrated improved readability and faithful translations in multiple languages. Clinicians may be able to leverage this technology to expand patient health literacy and reduce workload, but serious questions remain about the accuracy of AI-generated materials. Can AI help improve patient health literacy? Yes — a new study suggests.
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2 weeks ago | 
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Two new studies found that P2Y12 inhibitors may outperform aspirin for long-term heart protection after stent placement. P2Y12 inhibitors, a class of antiplatelet drugs, reduced heart attacks and serious cardiac events without increasing major bleeding risk. The findings could represent a shift in practice away from aspirin as the default strategy for secondary prevention.
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Share on PinterestGLP-1 drugs are associated with a higher risk of “wet” age-related macular degeneration in people with type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. Researchers found that the risk substantially increased the longer people were prescribed a GLP-1 drug, particularly those containing semaglutide. GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Wegovy have surged in popularity as weight loss treatments, but ophthalmologists say their potential risks to eye health are not well understood.
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Share on PinterestChronic cannabis use is bad for your heart, whether you smoke it or consume edibles, according to a new study. Researchers found evidence of endothelial dysfunction, an upstream risk factor for cardiovascular disease, in cannabis users regardless of how they used the substance. The research adds to a growing body of research suggesting that cannabis is not benign.
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4 weeks ago | 
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A once-daily pill combining two cholesterol-lowering medications reduced LDL cholesterol in patients who are at high risk by nearly 50%. The pill combines the novel drug obicetrapib and an existing treatment, ezetimibe. The current study demonstrates safety and efficacy, but further trials are needed to demonstrate the meditation’s effects on real-world cardiovascular disease outcomes.
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1 month ago | 
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Compared to other generations, Gen Z may face a higher risk of skin cancer. Recent surveys from the American Academy of Dermatology have highlighted prominent misinformation and worrying behaviors among Gen Z related to sun protection. Medical misinformation spread online and through social media has been identified as a driver of indifference to skin cancer risk. A recent Forbes article estimates that some members of Gen Z spend up to $2,000 a year on beauty products.
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Share on PinterestInterval walking training (IWT) is a form of walking exercise developed by Japanese researchers to improve cardiometabolic health. Also known as “Japanese walking,” IWT is an accessible form of interval training for people of all ages and fitness levels. Compared to traditional walking, individuals who did IWT showed greater improvements in blood pressure, BMI, blood glucose, and more. Want to take your walking regimen to the next level?
