May 28, 2023 · 12:59 PM MRI scan of brain Colorado researchers theorize that fructose metabolism may be the driving force behind Alzheimer Disease pathology. Diets high in sugar and high glycemic index carbohydrates would exacerbate the problem. Salt may also play a role. Fructose is a simple sugar (a monosaccharide) typically found in fruit, […]
Continue ReadingLivingston Community Health has opened a clinic in Modesto to serve local residents, many who are not seeing a doctor regularly. The Modesto Health Center, at 2116 E. Orangeburg Ave., is the eighth clinic location for the Livingston-based nonprofit, which has a mission to serve vulnerable populations. Four years ago, Livingston Health took over operation […]
Continue ReadingThe American Heart Association’s new scientific statement assesses popular diets and their alignment with heart-healthy guidelines. Top ratings were given to the DASH-style, Mediterranean, and vegetarian and pescatarian diets, while Paleo and ketogenic diets did not meet heart-healthy criteria. The statement also emphasizes the role of social determinants in shaping healthy eating patterns. A new […]
Continue ReadingPublished: Apr. 11, 2023 at 8:17 AM EDT|Updated: 28 minutes ago CHICAGO, April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Assembly™ Health has partnered with JD Matthews Medical Billing Specialists (JD Matthews), expanding its billing expertise to more than 40 specialties, including cardiology, orthopedics, and dermatology. JD Matthews represents Assembly’s fifth physician Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) partnership in […]
Continue ReadingGetty Images Shannen Doherty attended a surprise party for Brian Austin Green. Shannen Doherty was among the guests in attendance at Brian Austin Green’s surprise party, which was thrown by his girlfriend, Sharna Burgess. The party, held on July 15, 2023, served as a bit of a “90210” reunion as Ian Ziering was also on-hand […]
Continue ReadingArticle content For a second year, the University of Alberta’s Black Medical Students’ Association (BMSA) hosted an open health fair in an attempt to address what it says are issues with access and representation in health care for members of Edmonton’s Black community. BMSA president Sahra Kaahiye said the fair is also designed for newcomers, […]
Continue ReadingAt least eight Palestinians have been killed in raids by Israeli forces on the Palestinian city of Jenin, one of the largest incursions into the occupied West Bank in 20 years. More than 50 people were injured in the attack that included airstrikes, with the death toll likely to rise, according to the Palestinian health […]
Continue ReadingJune 1, 2023 · 7:00 AM From DailyMail: Salt has long been seen as enemy number one for people with heart problems, with doctors telling patients to cut down on the amount of sodium they consume. But new research suggests that restricting salt too much may actually raise the risk of an early death in […]
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