Lifestyle changes, meds effective to prevent or delay Type 2 diabetes; no change in CVD
Research Highlights: Findings from the multicenter, U.S. Diabetes Prevention Program Outcomes Study (DPPOS) detail the 21-year follow-up of more than 3,200 adults with prediabetes who had participated in the original Diabetes Prevention Program trial. The DPPOS confirmed that treatment through lifestyle interventions or the medication metformin were effective long-term in preventing or delaying the development […]
Read MoreLifestyle changes can prevent 80% of cardiovascular deaths, UT Health SA doctor says
- Savanna Seligman
- February 13, 2022
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SAN ANTONIO – February is American Heart Month. During this time, it is important to understand, prevent and treat heart disease, which is the leading cause of death across our country. The CDC says heart disease refers to several types of heart conditions. You can greatly reduce your risk for heart disease through lifestyle changes. […]
Read MoreA healthier heart can protect your brain too; 5 lifestyle changes to prevent dementia
When we think of dementia, we often fear a loss of control. But the reassuring news is up to 40% of dementias can be prevented or delayed if we change our health habits. Nearly half a million Australians are living with dementia. Without a cure, this number is expected to reach 1.1 million by 2058. […]
Read MoreA healthier heart can protect your brain too. 5 lifestyle changes to prevent dementia
When we think of dementia, we often fear a loss of control. But the reassuring news is up to 40% of dementias can be prevented or delayed if we change our health habits. Nearly half a million Australians are living with dementia. Without a cure, this number is expected to reach 1.1 million by 2058. […]
Read MoreCervical cancer: 6 lifestyle changes to prevent the disease | Health
Cervical cancer is a type of cancer that occurs in the cells of the cervix — the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. It is commonly caused due to prolonged infection with human papillomavirus (HPV), a sexually transmitted infection. However, it is also a kind of cancer which is highly preventable. […]
Read MoreWatch out these little habits, lifestyle changes to prevent arthritis risk | Health
Arthritis is caused by an inflammation of the joints that adversely affects one joint or multiple joints and leads to joint pain, stiffness and swelling. While there are several medicines, rehabilitation and physiotherapy methods to help in treating the arthritis patients, the condition can be improved if one is being physically active, maintaining their weight […]
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