Share on PinterestThree young adults with cardiovascular disease share their stories. From left: Crystal Davis, Ally Lavalley, and Chad Witheridge. Design by Healthline; Photography courtesy of subjects Younger adults may face higher risks of cardiovascular disease due to factors like obesity or inactivity. Three younger individuals share their journeys with cardiovascular disease and the steps […]
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Viral Self-Care Hack Can Build Healthy Habits
Share on Pinterest“Wellness stacking” combines several simple self-care practices together to complete them in one intentional block of time. Image by: Olga Pankova/Getty Images A new trend known as wellness stacking involves combining small self-care habits into a single, intentional routine. Experts say this approach supports mental health and habit-building. Research indicates that associating new […]
Read MoreCan Being Happier Lower Your Risk?
Share on PinterestResearch suggests that being happier may help you avoid developing common chronic diseases. Image Credit: Anna Malgina/Stocksy Research suggests that being happier may help you avoid developing common chronic diseases. However, the benefits only seem to kick in above a certain level on the “Life Ladder.” Experts say “meaningful happiness” is about a […]
Read Moredentification and characterization of novel PAX4 variants in patients with suspected MODY9
Introduction Maturity-onset diabetes of the young (MODY) is a monogenic form of diabetes. MODY type 9 (MODY9) is a rare subtype caused by variants in the PAX4 gene. However, the pathogenicity and mechanisms of many PAX4 variants remain unclear. This study aimed to evaluate the clinical relevance and pathogenic mechanisms of three novel PAX4 variants […]
Read MoreFood insecurity patterns and mental health among youth and young adults with diabetes
Discussion A substantial number of YYA with T1D and T2D in the study sample experienced FI. Specifically, 6.6% of YYA with T1D and 16.5% of those with T2D exhibited persistent FI, and 20.3% of YYAs with T1D and 42.3% of those with T2D experienced IFI over time. These longitudinal results extend findings from earlier cross-sectional […]
Read MoreTrends in delaying and forgoing medical care due to cost and the association with insurance status among US adults with diabetes, 2009–2023
Discussion In this nationally representative sample of US adults with diabetes, delaying or forgoing medical care due to cost decreased over the past decade; this trend was consistent by sociodemographic characteristics, insurance type, and clinical characteristics. However, being uninsured was significantly associated with delaying or forgoing medical care due to cost compared with those who […]
Read MoreClustering patterns in Finnish type 1 diabetes patients: a nationwide register-based study
Discussion We conducted an extensive investigation into the spatiotemporal clustering tendency of T1DM among children and adolescents in Finland, a country with a notably high incidence of T1DM. Using a large dataset with detailed residential histories from birth to diagnosis, we applied multiple clustering analysis methods to explore the geographic and temporal distribution of T1DM […]
Read MoreMetal Mixture Inflammatory Index and diabetes risk in US adults: a cross-sectional analysis of NHANES 1999-2020 and development of a LASSO-based prediction model
Introduction Environmental heavy-metal mixtures may contribute to diabetes risk, yet their combined effects remain understudied. We investigated the association between the Metal Mixture Inflammatory Index (MMII) and prevalent diabetes in US adults. Research design and methods We analyzed data from 23 288 participants in the 1999–2020 National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. Survey-weighted logistic regression, […]
Read MoreBest and Worst Sleeping Positions for Health, According to Experts
Share on PinterestExperts say that sleeping on your side may be better for your health. Image Credit: Amor Burakova/Stocksy Certain sleeping positions, like side sleeping, may be better for your health. Sleeping on your stomach or sleeping on your back may affect your health in various ways, according to experts. There are some ways you […]
Read MoreSpecial Edition- Weight Bias and Stigma – Part 1
In this special series on Weight Bias and Stigma our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will discuss weight bias and stigma and its importance because weight bias and stigma have an important impact the experience of living with obesity, leads to measurable adverse outcomes, and when it is present in health care interactions it affects all […]
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