All articles tagged with #long term risk
A study found that elevated blood pressure at age 7 significantly increases the risk of early death from cardiovascular disease decades later, emphasizing the importance of early screening and intervention for childhood blood pressure.
Billionaire investor Ray Dalio warns that while the US faces a low immediate risk of debt crisis, its long-term outlook is dire due to rising deficits, increasing debt-to-GDP ratio, and potential bond market instability, urging policymakers to adopt more conservative financial strategies.
A case-control study in Sweden found that long-term use of attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) medication was associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), particularly hypertension and arterial disease. The study included 278,027 individuals aged 6 to 64 years with an incident ADHD diagnosis or medication dispensation. Longer cumulative duration of ADHD medication use was associated with a higher risk of CVD compared to non-use. The findings highlight the importance of carefully considering the potential risks and benefits of long-term ADHD medication use and monitoring cardiovascular signs and symptoms during treatment.