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health4 hours ago•263 min saved

AHA Warns Cardiovascular Disease Will Rise in Young Women by 2050

The American Heart Association projects a substantial rise in cardiovascular disease among adult women—from 10.7% in 2020 to 14.4% by 2050—driven by aging and risk factors like diabetes, obesity, and high blood pressure. The uptick spans all ages but hits girls and women 20–40 hardest, with greater effects on Black, Hispanic, Indigenous, and multiracial groups. The report notes GLP-1 weight‑loss drugs could influence future risk, though long-term safety and access are uncertain. Actionable steps include regular checkups, taking prescribed medications, and adopting healthier diet and exercise habits, especially around pregnancy and menopause.

via AOL.com|

#cardiovascular-disease #health #heart-disease

health2 days ago•10 min saved

Mediterranean diet linked to reduced stroke risk among women, study finds

A new study suggests that women who closely follow a Mediterranean-style diet have a lower risk of all types of stroke, reinforcing evidence that dietary patterns influence cardiovascular health in women.

via The Globe and Mail|

#cardiovascular-disease #diet-study #health

entertainment9 days ago•9 min saved

ANTM’s Miss Jay Alexander Reveals Stroke Left Him Paralyzed, Vows to Walk Again

Miss Jay Alexander reveals in Netflix’s Reality Check: Inside America’s Next Top Model that he suffered a stroke in December 2022, leaving him paralyzed and in a five‑week coma. Now using a wheelchair, he’s determined to walk again and recalls teaching models to walk, while friends Jay Manuel and Nigel Barker visited him in the hospital and Tyra Banks has not yet visited. The documentary streaming on Netflix adds new context to ANTM’s legacy as the show’s cast continues to be revisited in new retrospectives.

via The Ashley's Reality Roundup|

#antm #entertainment #miss-j-alexander

health11 days ago•15 min saved

Warning Strokes: Recognizing TIAs Before They Turn Into a Full Stroke

Transient ischemic attacks (TIAs), or warning strokes, mimic stroke symptoms but resolve quickly; they are a serious warning sign because up to about 20% of people with a TIA may have a stroke within 90 days, so seek immediate medical attention and follow-up to manage risk factors and prevent brain damage.

via HuffPost|

#befast #emergency #health

science17 days ago•6 min saved

Erythritol May Undermine Brain Shield, Raise Stroke Risk

New lab and observational evidence suggests the sugar substitute erythritol can damage cells of the blood-brain barrier, trigger oxidative stress, and lower nitric oxide while raising endothelin-1, potentially narrowing cerebral vessels and hindering clot dissolution—factors that could elevate stroke risk; these findings align with studies linking erythritol to higher cardiovascular events, though most experiments used isolated cells and require validation in more realistic models.

via ScienceAlert|

#blood-brain-barrier #cardiovascular-health #erythritol

health17 days ago•12 min saved

Mediterranean Diet Cuts Stroke Risk in Women, Study Finds

A long-running study of more than 100,000 women over more than 20 years found that strong adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet lowers overall stroke risk by 18%, with a 25% reduction in hemorrhagic stroke risk and a 16% reduction in ischemic stroke risk, suggesting this eating pattern supports brain health by reducing blood pressure, cholesterol and inflammation.

via Money Talks News|

#health #hemorrhagic-stroke #ischemic-stroke

health22 days ago•3 min saved

Two-Decade Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Stroke Risk Across Types

A 21-year study of 105,614 California women found that higher adherence to a Mediterranean diet—rich in olive oil, nuts, seafood, whole grains and vegetables—was linked to lower risk of total stroke, including ischemic and hemorrhagic types, with up to a 25% reduction for hemorrhagic stroke; while not proving causation, experts say the findings support dietary approaches to stroke prevention, though limitations include self-reported diet and only female participants.

via The Guardian|

#health #hemorrhagic-stroke #ischemic-stroke

health23 days ago•6 min saved

Common Brain Vessel Condition May Quadruple Dementia Risk in Seniors, Large Study Shows

A large, preliminary analysis of nearly 2 million Medicare beneficiaries aged 65+ links cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA)—protein buildup in brain vessels—to about a fourfold increase in dementia risk over five years; roughly 42% of those with CAA developed dementia versus 10% without, with risk remaining high even without prior stroke. Researchers urge proactive cognitive screening after a CAA diagnosis, though the study relies on administrative codes and lacks brain imaging; findings were presented at the American Stroke Association conference and may undergo peer review.

via Fox News|

#aging #alzheimers-disease #cerebral-amyloid-angiopathy

health28 days ago•6 min saved

Hidden Brain Vessel Protein Tied to Quadrupled Dementia Risk

A Medicare study of about 1.9 million older adults (2016–2022) found cerebral amyloid angiopathy (CAA)—amyloid buildup in brain vessels—nearly quadruples five‑year dementia risk, with or without prior stroke. CAA alone raised dementia risk to ~4.3× and stroke alone to ~2.4×; having both CAA and stroke increased risk to ~4.5×. The results imply non-stroke mechanisms drive cognitive decline in CAA and underscore the need for early cognitive screening after diagnosis. Limitations include reliance on claims data and lack of imaging, with findings reported as an ASA conference abstract rather than a peer‑reviewed study.

via SciTechDaily|

#cerebral-amyloid-angiopathy #cognitive-screening #dementia-risk

health28 days ago•3 min saved

Heart Disease Deaths Dip, Yet U.S. Risk Factors Remain High

The American Heart Association’s 2026 update shows deaths from cardiovascular disease have fallen but remain the leading U.S. killer, with someone dying from cardiovascular disease roughly every 34 seconds. While mortality declined for heart disease and stroke, obesity and related CKM syndrome (heart/kidney/diabetes/obesity) are rising risks, and prevention via Life’s Essential 8—healthy eating, activity, no tobacco, good sleep, healthy weight, and controlling cholesterol, blood sugar, and blood pressure—remains crucial to reduce future risk.

via Money Talks News|

#ckm-syndrome #health #heart-disease

health29 days ago•5 min saved

Late-Night Owls Face Elevated Heart Risk, Large UK Study Finds

A UK Biobank analysis of over 300,000 middle-aged and older adults found night owls have a 16% higher risk of a first heart attack or stroke over about 14 years and poorer cardiovascular health, largely due to unhealthy behaviors and a mismatch between internal clocks and daytime schedules. The researchers emphasize regular sleep-wake times and other heart-healthy habits to mitigate risk.

via ScienceAlert|

#cardiovascularhealth #circadianrhythm #health

health1 month ago•257 min saved

AHA study links CKM syndrome to silent cardiovascular risk in 90% of Americans

A American Heart Association report shows momentous progress in reducing heart attacks and strokes, but introduces the cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome and finds that nearly 90% of U.S. adults have at least one CKM risk component. Stroke deaths rose among younger adults (25–34) and older adults (85+), signaling lingering and interlinked risks from heart, kidney, and metabolic conditions. Experts urge reinforced prevention through Life’s Essential 8—focusing on diet, activity, not smoking, sleep, weight, lipids, glucose, and blood pressure—to curb future disease, including rises in youth obesity and hypertension.

via AOL.com|

#aha #cardiovascular-health #ckm-syndrome

health1 month ago•3 min saved

Omega-3 Supplements Linked to Higher Atrial Fibrillation and Stroke Risk in Healthy Adults

A BMJ study of about 400,000 UK Biobank participants found healthy adults taking fish-oil omega-3 supplements had higher risks of atrial fibrillation (roughly 13%) and stroke (about 5%), though causation isn’t proven and results vary for those with existing heart conditions; experts note missing data on supplement type and dosage and urge cautious interpretation, while NHS guidelines still encourage consuming two portions of fish weekly.

via LADbible|

#atrial-fibrillation #health #heart-health

health1 month ago•43 min saved

Menopause Timing May Tilt Risk for Metabolic and Heart Disease

New research suggests that age at natural menopause influences metabolic and cardiovascular risk: early menopause is linked to about a 27% higher risk of metabolic syndrome, while later menopause (55+) is associated with lower risk of heart attack and stroke. Studies also show vascular and muscle health differences by menopause timing, underscoring menopause as a factor in personalized screening and preventive care for midlife women.

via Healthline|

#cardiovascular-health #health #menopause

science1 month ago•4 min saved

Systemic Peptide Therapy Reduces Brain Damage After Stroke in Mice

Researchers tested IKVAV-PA, a peptide-based nanomaterial, in a mouse model of acute ischemic stroke and found that systemic delivery allows the molecules to cross the blood-brain barrier and reduce brain tissue damage, inflammation, and harmful immune responses after reperfusion, indicating potential as an adjunct therapy—though human safety and long-term efficacy remain to be studied.

via ScienceAlert|

#blood-brain-barrier #neural-repair #neuroprotection