Share on PinterestRecent research has found that GLP-1s may reduce the need for emergency care in those with chronic migraine. Image Credit: Maskot/Getty Images A recent study suggests that GLP-1 drugs, like Ozempic, may make people with chronic migraine less likely to require emergency care. People using GLP-1s may be less likely to need new […]
Read MoreObjective To ascertain the cross-sectional association between cardiovascular autonomic dysfunction and arterial stiffness across glucose metabolism status. Research design and methods We performed a cross-sectional analysis of participants of the Maastricht study. Cardiovascular autonomic function was based on heart rate variability (HRV) indices from 24-hour ECG recordings and summarized in z-scores for time and frequency […]
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Share on PinterestAppearance-based social media trends like looksmaxxing, softmaxxing, and hardmaxxing are often framed as self-improvement, but experts say they can contribute to body dysmorphia, anxiety, and even self-harm—especially for young men. Edu Bastidas + David Garcia/Stocksy Looksmaxxing, a social media-driven trend encouraging men to aggressively “optimize” their appearance, is gaining popularity. It’s related to […]
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Share on PinterestA new study found that semaglutide benefits extend beyond weight loss by easing osteoarthritis symptoms. Tatsiana Volkava/Getty Images A new study reports that GLP-1 semaglutide medications may help reverse the effects of osteoarthritis in the joints. The researchers say the drugs accomplish this by repairing tissue damage by reprogramming cells that maintain healthy […]
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In this special edition on Diabetes and Primary Care our host, Dr. Neil Skolnik will engage in an interesting discussion about the challenges, opportunities, and changing face of primary care in the management of diabetes and cardiometabolic disease. Presented by: Neil Skolnik, M.D., Professor of Family and Community Medicine, Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson […]
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Share on PinterestWhen 36-year-old Gabby Zappia (pictured above) reported blood in her stool, her doctor attributed it to pregnancy-related hemorrhoids. Months later, a colonoscopy revealed she had stage IV colon cancer. Gabby Zappia Colorectal cancer in people under 50 is on the rise and is now the leading cause of cancer-related death for younger adults. […]
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Share on PinterestResearch has found that “forever chemicals” may lead to faster aging in middle-aged men. Image Credit: Gabriel Mello/Getty Images A new study suggests that certain “forever chemicals” may quietly accelerate biological aging at the cellular level. Researchers found that higher levels of specific PFAS were linked to several years of accelerated aging, especially […]
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Share on PinterestA recent study shows that getting between 7 to 7.5 hours of sleep may help lower your risk of diabetes. Image Credit: Artem Zhushman/Stocksy A recent study suggested that 7 hours and 18 minutes of sleep may be the optimal amount to reduce the risk of insulin resistance, a precursor to type 2 […]
Read MoreBackground Existing studies have demonstrated a close association between sleep duration and insulin resistance (IR), diabetes, and related metabolic disorders. The estimated glucose disposal rate (eGDR) serves as a reliable marker of IR. This study examined the association between weekday sleep duration and eGDR, and the moderating role of weekend catch-up sleep (WCS). Methods We […]
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Share on PinterestMany states are limiting access to HIV medications through ADAP programs as federal funding has remained largely flat despite rising costs. Luis Alvarez/Getty Images States are limiting or considering limits on programs that help people access HIV medications. Reductions include lowering income eligibility thresholds, restricting drug coverage, and tightening enrollment rules. Federal funding […]
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