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Hypertension, diabetes, stroke: they kill more people than infectious diseases and should benefit from a Global Fund

Hypertension, diabetes, stroke: they kill more people than infectious diseases and should benefit from a Global Fund

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Non-communicable diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and cardiovascular diseases are responsible for 41 million deaths every year. That’s over 70% of all deaths worldwide. Most of these deaths (77%) occur in low- and middle-income countries, including those in Africa. These conditions are currently more prevalent than infectious diseases. Sixty-seven percent occur before the age of …

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Study finds trigger warnings may not benefit those they intend to help

Study finds trigger warnings may not benefit those they intend to help

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A recent study in Behavioral therapy explored the relationship between trigger warnings and behavior related to negative stimuli. The study concluded that there is no evidence to suggest that when presented with a trigger warning, people choose to avoid negative stimuli, and trigger warnings did not cause people to stopping to prepare emotionally. The findings …

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Could red wine benefit your health? Know the details here

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There is evidence that drinking red wine may provide health benefits. If you don’t drink, health experts don’t recommend that you start drinking alcohol. But if you enjoy alcohol in moderation, red wine is worth considering. Red wine contains powerful antioxidants and many sources claim that drinking it has health benefits. However, drinking too much …

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Not All Micronutrients Are Created Equal: Study Identifies Some Supplements That Benefit Cardiovascular Health

Not All Micronutrients Are Created Equal: Study Identifies Some Supplements That Benefit Cardiovascular Health

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Credit: Journal of the American College of Cardiology (2022). DOI: 10.1016/j.jacc.2022.09.048 Healthy diets are rich in antioxidants like amino acids, omega-3 fatty acids, and vitamin C, but the beneficial effects of these micronutrients on cardiovascular health have long been controversial. Now, a new meta-analysis published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology brings …

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There's a Major Benefit to Exercising Later in the Day vs. Morning, New Study Finds

There’s a Major Benefit to Exercising Later in the Day vs. Morning, New Study Finds

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A new study published in the journal Diabetes suggests that when you exercise can play an important role in blood sugar management. Participants who trained in the afternoon and evening had an 18 and 25 percent reduction in insulin resistance, respectively. Morning exercisers saw no reduction. Keep in mind that any exercise, no matter what …

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