An accelerated decline in BMI and waist circumference, along with fluctuating HDL levels, may signal early cognitive impairments up to a decade before dementia diagnosis, study finds.
"These findings suggest that interventions to improve diet and manage central obesity might be best targeted in middle to older age," concludes the Whitehall II cohort study showing how midlife metrics correlate with hippocampal connectivity and cognitive function at age 70.
Eyebrow furrows can silently signal 'I've not received enough information,' researchers found, as these facial cues influenced the likelihood and type of verbal repair in conversation.
"Use of GLP1-RAs and SGLT-2is was associated with reduced rates of 3P-MACE and HHF compared to DPP-4is, independent of age" - findings from a Danish nationwide study of 35,679 patients aged 70 and older with T2D.
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"There is a need to reassess the assumption that e-cigarette use provides substantial harm reduction across all cigarette-caused diseases, particularly accounting for dual use," warns a comprehensive meta-analysis.
An invited commentary in JAAD reviewed current evidence indicating that exclusive breastfeeding for the first 3 to 4 months decreases cumulative incidence of atopic dermatitis in the first 2 years of life.
Study reveals semaglutide users face significantly higher gastroparesis risk compared to bupropion-naltrexone and sleeve gastrectomy, highlighting the need for careful treatment consideration.