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Heart Attack In 40s: Why Are Healthy And Fit Individuals Still At Risk? Cardiologist Explains
While a person may look lean and exercise regularly, fitness does not guarantee cardiovascular health. The growing prevalence of risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and unhealthy diets adds to the burden of cardiovascular diseases.
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Why Thalassemia Requires A Shift From Treatment To Prevention In India
India carries one of the world's largest thalassemia burdens, with nearly 35 to 45 million carriers of the beta thalassemia trait spread across the country.
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Childhood Asthma On The Rise: Causes, Triggers, And Management Strategies
Childhood asthma arises from a mix of genetic predisposition and environmental factors that inflame and narrow airways in children.
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One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
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Benjamin Netanyahu Treated For Early-Stage Prostate Cancer: See Symptoms, Screening And Treatment
The prostate-specific antigen test measures the level of PSA in the blood. Elevated levels may indicate prostate issues, including cancer.
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High-Dose Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Diabetes Risk By 19% In Genetically Predisposed Adults: Study
The study involved adults who took either 4,000 IU of vitamin D daily or a placebo for about 2.5 years. While the original D2d results didn't show any drop in overall diabetes risk across all participants, the new study revealed targeted benefits.
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Did You Know Genetically Altered Mosquitoes Can Help Fight Malaria? Here's How
Scientists are exploring genetically modified mosquitoes to reduce malaria transmission by altering mosquito populations at the genetic level.
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Can You Get A Heart Attack Despite Normal Blood, Lipid And Sugar Tests? Cardiologist Explains
Routine blood tests cannot fully guarantee heart safety as hidden arterial plaques may rupture causing heart attacks.
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Understanding Hemophilia: Doctor Explains Symptoms, Treatment And Daily Challenges
Hemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder affecting clotting ability. Here are its symptoms, treatment options, and everyday challenges, highlighting how early diagnosis, modern therapies, and lifestyle care can improve quality of life.
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Negative Effects Of Artificial Sweeteners May Pass On To Offsprings, Study In Mice Suggests
Studies have linked artificial sweeteners with gastrointestinal and neurological issues, including headache, and with metabolic conditions such as cardiovascular risk and diabetes.
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Can Low Birthweight Predict Stroke Risk? Doctor Breaks Down New Swedish Study
Low birth weight is linked to a higher risk of stroke in early adulthood, affecting both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke types.
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Your Birth Weight May Play A Role In Your Stroke Risk Than Your Current Adult Weight, Says New Study
People whose birth weight was below the median of 3.5 kg had about a 21% higher risk of all stroke events combined, including both ischaemic (blocked vessel) strokes and intracerebral haemorrhagic (bleeding) strokes.
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Why Young Adults With 'Normal' Cholesterol May Still Face Heart Attack Risk: Lipoprotein(a) Explained
Lipoprotein(a) is a genetically inherited cholesterol particle that significantly increases the risk of premature cardiovascular disease. Unlike regular LDL cholesterol, Lp(a) levels are determined at birth, remain stable throughout life.
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India Is Building Homegrown AI Tools To Predict Preterm Births Early
The initiative has also established a national biorepository and the GARBH-INi-DRISHTI data-sharing platform, enabling wider access for the research community and contributing to global scientific publications.
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Family History Of Type-2 Diabetes? Tips To Prevent Or Delay The Onset Of The Disease
Family history is a significant risk factor for developing type-2 diabetes. If a close relative, such as a parent or sibling, has diabetes, your risk of developing the condition increases.
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Heart Attack In 40s: Why Are Healthy And Fit Individuals Still At Risk? Cardiologist Explains
While a person may look lean and exercise regularly, fitness does not guarantee cardiovascular health. The growing prevalence of risk factors such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, and unhealthy diets adds to the burden of cardiovascular diseases.
-
Why Thalassemia Requires A Shift From Treatment To Prevention In India
India carries one of the world's largest thalassemia burdens, with nearly 35 to 45 million carriers of the beta thalassemia trait spread across the country.
-
Childhood Asthma On The Rise: Causes, Triggers, And Management Strategies
Childhood asthma arises from a mix of genetic predisposition and environmental factors that inflame and narrow airways in children.
-
One Test, Eight Risks: A Single Genetic Test Can Now Predict Risk For 8 Heart Conditions
The tool uses a "polygenic risk score" (PRS) that combines information from hundreds of thousands of common genetic variants across the genome. This integrated report is designed to highlight hidden cardiovascular risk long before symptoms start to a
-
Benjamin Netanyahu Treated For Early-Stage Prostate Cancer: See Symptoms, Screening And Treatment
The prostate-specific antigen test measures the level of PSA in the blood. Elevated levels may indicate prostate issues, including cancer.
-
High-Dose Vitamin D Supplements May Reduce Diabetes Risk By 19% In Genetically Predisposed Adults: Study
The study involved adults who took either 4,000 IU of vitamin D daily or a placebo for about 2.5 years. While the original D2d results didn't show any drop in overall diabetes risk across all participants, the new study revealed targeted benefits.
-
Did You Know Genetically Altered Mosquitoes Can Help Fight Malaria? Here's How
Scientists are exploring genetically modified mosquitoes to reduce malaria transmission by altering mosquito populations at the genetic level.
-
Can You Get A Heart Attack Despite Normal Blood, Lipid And Sugar Tests? Cardiologist Explains
Routine blood tests cannot fully guarantee heart safety as hidden arterial plaques may rupture causing heart attacks.
-
Understanding Hemophilia: Doctor Explains Symptoms, Treatment And Daily Challenges
Hemophilia is a rare genetic bleeding disorder affecting clotting ability. Here are its symptoms, treatment options, and everyday challenges, highlighting how early diagnosis, modern therapies, and lifestyle care can improve quality of life.
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Negative Effects Of Artificial Sweeteners May Pass On To Offsprings, Study In Mice Suggests
Studies have linked artificial sweeteners with gastrointestinal and neurological issues, including headache, and with metabolic conditions such as cardiovascular risk and diabetes.
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Can Low Birthweight Predict Stroke Risk? Doctor Breaks Down New Swedish Study
Low birth weight is linked to a higher risk of stroke in early adulthood, affecting both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke types.
-
Your Birth Weight May Play A Role In Your Stroke Risk Than Your Current Adult Weight, Says New Study
People whose birth weight was below the median of 3.5 kg had about a 21% higher risk of all stroke events combined, including both ischaemic (blocked vessel) strokes and intracerebral haemorrhagic (bleeding) strokes.
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Why Young Adults With 'Normal' Cholesterol May Still Face Heart Attack Risk: Lipoprotein(a) Explained
Lipoprotein(a) is a genetically inherited cholesterol particle that significantly increases the risk of premature cardiovascular disease. Unlike regular LDL cholesterol, Lp(a) levels are determined at birth, remain stable throughout life.
-
India Is Building Homegrown AI Tools To Predict Preterm Births Early
The initiative has also established a national biorepository and the GARBH-INi-DRISHTI data-sharing platform, enabling wider access for the research community and contributing to global scientific publications.
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Family History Of Type-2 Diabetes? Tips To Prevent Or Delay The Onset Of The Disease
Family history is a significant risk factor for developing type-2 diabetes. If a close relative, such as a parent or sibling, has diabetes, your risk of developing the condition increases.
