Tag: Diseases & Conditions: Misc.
More Physical Activity Cuts Hospitalizations for Common Conditions
Findings seen for 20 extra minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily
Less Sleep Tied to Higher Risk for Developing Chronic Disease
Findings consistent for those aged 50, 60, and 70 years old
Older Adults Interested in At-Home Tests
Roughly half have used an at-home test, but sociodemographic disparities seen in use
Burden of Disease Attributed to PFAS Exposure High in the U.S.
Estimated cost of PFAS-attributable disease at least $5.52 billion annually
Burden of Disease Attributed to PFAS Exposure High in the U.S.
Estimated cost of PFAS-attributable disease at least $5.52 billion annually
53.8 Percent of Younger Adults Report at Least One Chronic Condition
Obesity, depression, high blood pressure the most prevalent chronic conditions; prevalence of chronic conditions up with disability
Midlife Chronic Conditions Increase Risk for Later Dementia
Authors say findings show importance of preventing chronic conditions earlier in life versus later in life
Long-Term Medication Usage After Bariatric Surgeries Compared
Patterns of medication use for obesity-related comorbidities slightly more favorable following gastric bypass versus sleeve gastrectomy
Michigan Data Show Routine Vaccinations Plummeted in Early Pandemic
Authors say catch-up vaccinations of doses missed throughout the pandemic needed to stem outbreaks of vaccine-preventable diseases
Multiple Physical Morbidities Tied to Later Mental Health Disorders
People with two or more physical health conditions are at higher risk for developing depression, anxiety
