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Testing hand-grip strength could be an inexpensive and simple way of identifying people at increased risk for myocardial infarction

Grip Strength Could Be Useful Indicator of CVD, Mortality Risk

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Decrease in strength linked to higher risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, and premature death
Consumption of high cacao chocolate is associated with an acute stimulating effect on the human brain and vasoconstrictive effects on the peripheral vasculature

High-Cacao Content Chocolate Has Acute Electrocortical Effect

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Acute stimulating effect on human brain, increase in diastolic blood pressure with high cacao chocolate
A protein known to accumulate in Parkinson's disease and other degenerative brain disorders

Protein Seen in Parkinson’s May Activate Immune System

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Candesartan and an experimental drug both reduce the immune response
Men undergoing androgen-deprivation therapy to treat prostate cancer may experience impaired cognitive function within the first six months that persists for at least a year

ADT for Prostate Cancer Tied to Impaired Cognition

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Men with a particular gene mutation affected most, researchers find
Depression in older adults appears to significantly increase the risk of a stroke

Depression Tied to Higher Stroke Risk, Even After Remission

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Odds remain elevated after mental health symptoms improve
β-methylphenylethylamine

β-Methylphenylethylamine + Exercise Can Cause Stroke

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Report of stroke in woman who exercised after drinking sport supplement containing BMPEA
Adding more olive oil or nuts to a Mediterranean diet -- one rich in fruits

Adding Olive Oil, Nuts to Diet Boosts Aging Brain Health

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Healthy eating plans help older people stay sharper mentally
Good communication is the key to resolving conflicts between the tests and treatment a patient may want based on online searches and those a physician believes are necessary

Guidance Offered to Help Doctors Deal With ‘Dr. Google’

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Communication is key to resolving conflicts when patients have requests based on online searching
A new Health Care Index shows increases in consumer costs

New Health Care Index Reports Increases in Consumer Costs

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Increase in coverage by public insurance plans, but increasing number of consumers have deductibles
Patients with celiac disease are at increased risk for neuropathy

Increased Risk of Neuropathy Seen With Celiac Disease

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Researchers suggest screening people with neuropathy for celiac disease