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Losing Weight Tied to Better Knee Osteoarthritis Outcomes
A decrease in body mass index (BMI) is independently associated with lower odds of onset and progression of the structural defects of knee osteoarthritis, according to a study published online Aug. 16 in Arthritis & Rheumatology.
Genetically at risk of stroke? A healthy lifestyle can help
Researchers investigated how cardiovascular health interacts with a high genetic risk for stroke. They found that optimal cardiovascular health reduces the lifetime risk of stroke among those with a high genetic risk.
Life’s Essential 8: American Heart Association adds sleep to checklist
A new advisory published by the American Heart Association (AHA) now includes sleep quality as one of the essential factors for optimal cardiac health.
Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pulmonary Embolism, and Bleeding Risk in COVID-19
An increased risk of deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, and bleeding may exist for individuals with COVID-19, according to study results published in the British Medical Journal.
Breakthrough omicron cases don't impair vascular health post-infection in young otherwise-healthy adults
New research finds vaccinated young adults who were diagnosed with COVID-19 during the "omicron wave" of late 2021 and early 2022 did not have lasting vascular impairment after active infection.