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"Essential Health Tests for Those Over 50"

People over 50 years of age should get regular health checkups to detect any underlying problems before they escalate into something serious. Here are a few diagnostic tests that should be part of any health checkup for men over 50: Blood sugar screening, Lipid Profile or Cholesterol Check, Blood pressure screening, Prostate-specific antigen, and Renal function test. These tests can help detect chronic health conditions such as cancer, diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular disease.

via Indiatimes.com|

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Childhood Hypertension Linked to Weight Gain and Deprivation

A recent study published in the Journal of Pediatrics highlights the detrimental effects of elevated blood pressure and hypertension during adolescence, leading to early cardiac damage which is exacerbated by young adulthood. The study emphasizes the importance of addressing blood pressure concerns early in life to prevent potential long-term health complications. The prevalence of elevated blood pressure and hypertension and heart damage among adolescents doubled during the 7-year follow-up period. Delay in initiating blood pressure screening in adolescence is unjustifiable considering the amount of heart damage and potentially premature death that could be prevented.

via SciTechDaily|

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