Recent study confirmed that women who entered into menopause stage are at higher risk of heart disease. Researchers explain that understanding the risk factors is an important step and also there are various methods to lower the risk.
Some women who are younger than 50 and not gone through menopause stage still have higher levels of estrogen hormone, which protects their heart health.
After entering into the menopause stage, levels of estrogen hormone drop significantly and can lead to higher risk of cardiovascular disease. Another factor that can increase the risk of heart disease is weight gain, which occurs after entering into the menopause stage. So, women should maintain a healthy weight once they enter into the menopausal stage.
Additional weight can cause various changes in your body such as high blood pressure, physical inactivity, high cholesterol and diabetes, which are the leading causes of stroke and heart attack.
Adopting a healthy lifestyle can greatly help to decrease the risk of heart disease even you enter into the menopausal stage. Smoking women should immediately stop smoking, consume a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables and regular workouts can help to maintain a healthy body weight.
Consult your health care provider regularly to check the levels of blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol.
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Gout In Women May Put Them At Higher Risk Of Heart Attack!
Gout is the most common condition and is due to the inflammation of the joints as an outcome of higher amounts of uric acid deposits. Uric acid is a by-product of purines, which are rich in a Western diet. Weight gain, Obesity, high blood pressure, high alcohol intake, poorly functioning kidneys and certain drugs can all rapid its growth.
Recent study stated that gout in women may keep them at higher risk of heart attack than men. In the study, researcher conducted on 9500 gout patients and 48,000 people with the disease and aged 65 or older. The cardiovascular health of all the participants was tracked for an average of seven years, during which time 3268 fatal and non-fatal heart attacks occurred.
The study found that women with gout were 39% more prone to get heart attack of any kind when compared with women without the condition whereas men with gout were only 11 percent more prone to get a fatal or non-fatal heart attack when compared to those without the disease. The risks were significantly higher among the women than among the men.
Recent study stated that gout in women may keep them at higher risk of heart attack than men. In the study, researcher conducted on 9500 gout patients and 48,000 people with the disease and aged 65 or older. The cardiovascular health of all the participants was tracked for an average of seven years, during which time 3268 fatal and non-fatal heart attacks occurred.
The study found that women with gout were 39% more prone to get heart attack of any kind when compared with women without the condition whereas men with gout were only 11 percent more prone to get a fatal or non-fatal heart attack when compared to those without the disease. The risks were significantly higher among the women than among the men.
Monday, February 8, 2010
Fibroids Raises The Risk Of Stillbirths!
Stillbirths can also be termed as intrauterine fetal death (IUFD). Recent study conducted in US stated that women who have fibroids may have higher risk of stillbirths.
Fibroids are the most common problems that occur in 5-20% of the women. Most of the women with fibroids don’t notice any symptoms and don’t even know they have them. Univariate and multiple logistic regression analyses were used to estimate the risk of IUFD in women with fibroids.
The occurrence of IUFD was considerably high in women with fibroid than in the women with no-fibroid even after adjusting for factors including black race, tobacco exposure, chronic hypertension, and pre-gestational diabetes.
Also, the study stated that women who have both fibroids and fetal growth restriction are at two-and-a-half times at higher the risk of having a stillbirth, however the absolute threat remained rare. This can lead to future references for serial growth scans to observe fetal growth in women with fibroids.
Fibroids are the most common problems that occur in 5-20% of the women. Most of the women with fibroids don’t notice any symptoms and don’t even know they have them. Univariate and multiple logistic regression analyses were used to estimate the risk of IUFD in women with fibroids.
The occurrence of IUFD was considerably high in women with fibroid than in the women with no-fibroid even after adjusting for factors including black race, tobacco exposure, chronic hypertension, and pre-gestational diabetes.
Also, the study stated that women who have both fibroids and fetal growth restriction are at two-and-a-half times at higher the risk of having a stillbirth, however the absolute threat remained rare. This can lead to future references for serial growth scans to observe fetal growth in women with fibroids.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Screening For Breast Cancer May Not For All Women: Study
Most of the women generally urged to undergo breast cancer screening. But, recent study stated that undergoing frequent breast cancer screening is not appropriate for all women.
It is found that genetic mutations are responsible for a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer. But, study stated that about 2% of the population should undergo breast cancer screening which is due to genetic mutations such as BRCA1 or BRCA2. Women should undergo a simple blood test to check these genetic mutations, but the analysis of the results can be sometimes very much complicated.
Women with these genetic mutations are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer in their earlier ages only. Usually, general women are at 12.5 percent risk of developing breast cancer, but women with these BRCA mutations are at approximately 60 percent higher risk. Similarly lifetime risk for ovarian cancer rises from 1.4 percent to approximately 40 percent in women with BRCA mutations.
Less than 10 percent of the women with breast cancer have one of the BRCA mutations and more than 15 percent of the women with ovarian cancer carry one of the BRCA mutations. Usually, test for these genetic mutations is recommended for women whose family members undergo cancer diagnosis throughout several generations.
It is found that genetic mutations are responsible for a woman’s risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer. But, study stated that about 2% of the population should undergo breast cancer screening which is due to genetic mutations such as BRCA1 or BRCA2. Women should undergo a simple blood test to check these genetic mutations, but the analysis of the results can be sometimes very much complicated.
Women with these genetic mutations are at a higher risk of developing breast cancer and ovarian cancer in their earlier ages only. Usually, general women are at 12.5 percent risk of developing breast cancer, but women with these BRCA mutations are at approximately 60 percent higher risk. Similarly lifetime risk for ovarian cancer rises from 1.4 percent to approximately 40 percent in women with BRCA mutations.
Less than 10 percent of the women with breast cancer have one of the BRCA mutations and more than 15 percent of the women with ovarian cancer carry one of the BRCA mutations. Usually, test for these genetic mutations is recommended for women whose family members undergo cancer diagnosis throughout several generations.
Wednesday, January 6, 2010
Pomegranates May Help Fight Against Breast Cancer!
New research conducted on breast cancer stated that, pomegranates contain naturally occurring chemical, known as a phytochemical, also called as Ellagic acid that prevents cancer cells from developing. Three-quarters of breast cancer are considered to be hormone reliant - fuelled by the hormone estrogen.
The new research said that pomegranates may reduce the probability of developing hormone-dependant breast cancer. Phytochemicals present in the fruit fight against estrogen production that prevents the production of breast cancer cells and the development of estrogen-responsive tumors.
So, it is helpful for people who consume pomegranates to protect against development of cancer in their breasts and also in other tissues and organs. Along with pomegranates, there are various other fruits like grapes help fight against breast cancer.
The new research said that pomegranates may reduce the probability of developing hormone-dependant breast cancer. Phytochemicals present in the fruit fight against estrogen production that prevents the production of breast cancer cells and the development of estrogen-responsive tumors.
So, it is helpful for people who consume pomegranates to protect against development of cancer in their breasts and also in other tissues and organs. Along with pomegranates, there are various other fruits like grapes help fight against breast cancer.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Risk Of Antidepressants During Menopause!
Recent study stated that older women who take antidepressants are at greater risk of stroke and death when compared to women who are not on the antidepressant medications.
The study also stated that depression itself is a risk factor for early death, heart disease and various other illnesses. But, the study doesn’t mean that women should stop taking antidepressants. It is just only informative purpose about the risks and benefits of medications for older women.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Zoloft and Prozac are now replaced with tricyclic antidepressants, which can harm the heart. Postmenopausal women with SSRIs are at increased risk for both heart disease and depression.
Researchers found that women taking SSRIs had a 45 percent increase in risk of stroke and a 32 percent increase in risk of dying from any cause during follow up, compared with nonusers. Use of older tricyclic antidepressants wasn't linked to stroke, but it did increase by 67 percent the risk of death during follow up.
The study also stated that depression itself is a risk factor for early death, heart disease and various other illnesses. But, the study doesn’t mean that women should stop taking antidepressants. It is just only informative purpose about the risks and benefits of medications for older women.
Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) such as Zoloft and Prozac are now replaced with tricyclic antidepressants, which can harm the heart. Postmenopausal women with SSRIs are at increased risk for both heart disease and depression.
Researchers found that women taking SSRIs had a 45 percent increase in risk of stroke and a 32 percent increase in risk of dying from any cause during follow up, compared with nonusers. Use of older tricyclic antidepressants wasn't linked to stroke, but it did increase by 67 percent the risk of death during follow up.
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Does Obesity Cut Your Lifespan?
Researchers said that your lifespan could be shrinking in proportions to your growing waistline. Obese people die ten years before they should. Also, moderate obesity cuts your lifespan by three years.
Studies showed that people with BMI of 30-35 will die three before than they should and people with BMI of 40-45 will die ten years before.
If you are becoming obese or overweight, it is advised to avoid further weight gain for adding years to your life. Studies said that people should put a conscious effort against piling on the pounds, which most often happens between 25-50 years of life.
Obesity is linked with high risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the international BMI scale, BMI above 25 is considered as overweight and above 30 is considered as obese.
Even you have low BMI, having high body fat can also cut your lifespan. It is found that death ratio is lowest in those who were on the high part of obesity on the normal range and had a BMI from 23-24.
Also, studies showed that people with BMIs less than 22.5 have a higher risk of during than those who weighed slightly more, largely because of respiratory illnesses, such as lung cancer. The researchers say this is probably the result of skinny people who were smokers.
Studies showed that people with BMI of 30-35 will die three before than they should and people with BMI of 40-45 will die ten years before.
If you are becoming obese or overweight, it is advised to avoid further weight gain for adding years to your life. Studies said that people should put a conscious effort against piling on the pounds, which most often happens between 25-50 years of life.
Obesity is linked with high risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the international BMI scale, BMI above 25 is considered as overweight and above 30 is considered as obese.
Even you have low BMI, having high body fat can also cut your lifespan. It is found that death ratio is lowest in those who were on the high part of obesity on the normal range and had a BMI from 23-24.
Also, studies showed that people with BMIs less than 22.5 have a higher risk of during than those who weighed slightly more, largely because of respiratory illnesses, such as lung cancer. The researchers say this is probably the result of skinny people who were smokers.
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Link Between Infertility And Breast Cancer!
Recent studies stated that mutations in the BRCA1 gene that is gene linked to early beginning of breast cancer seem to be connected to a premature diminishment of egg reserve. This discover finally explain the relation between infertility and breast cancer or ovarian cancer risk.
Patients with BRCA mutation-positive, there was low ovarian response rate that is considerably more as thought to patients with BRCA mutation-negative and also with BRCA-untested women.
Each mutation-positive low patient seemed to have BRCA1 mutations, but low response could not be seen in women who were just BRCA2 mutation positive. As opposed to controls, BRCA1 mutation but not BRCA2 mutation-positive women is believed to have generated lesser amount of eggs.
It is established that, in the common inhabitants, around 1 in every 1,000 women is actually BRCA mutation positive and this rate could be as high as 2.5% in particular racial group.
Irrespective of major mechanisms of early diminishment of egg store in BRCA1 mutation-positive patients, the end result could have deep suggestions for the future fertility of a vast amount of women in the population.
Also, the study stated that there may be a new connection between low response to ovarian stimulation with fertility drugs and BRCA1 mutations. It could propose a possible connection between infertility, and breast cancer or ovarian threats.
The examination of the BRCA gene in the women with infertility and low response to ovarian stimulation could be valuable, particularly if there is a history of breast and/or ovarian cancer.
Patients with BRCA mutation-positive, there was low ovarian response rate that is considerably more as thought to patients with BRCA mutation-negative and also with BRCA-untested women.
Each mutation-positive low patient seemed to have BRCA1 mutations, but low response could not be seen in women who were just BRCA2 mutation positive. As opposed to controls, BRCA1 mutation but not BRCA2 mutation-positive women is believed to have generated lesser amount of eggs.
It is established that, in the common inhabitants, around 1 in every 1,000 women is actually BRCA mutation positive and this rate could be as high as 2.5% in particular racial group.
Irrespective of major mechanisms of early diminishment of egg store in BRCA1 mutation-positive patients, the end result could have deep suggestions for the future fertility of a vast amount of women in the population.
Also, the study stated that there may be a new connection between low response to ovarian stimulation with fertility drugs and BRCA1 mutations. It could propose a possible connection between infertility, and breast cancer or ovarian threats.
The examination of the BRCA gene in the women with infertility and low response to ovarian stimulation could be valuable, particularly if there is a history of breast and/or ovarian cancer.
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Good News For Diabetics!
There are many coffee and tea lovers. For some extent, it is good to drink coffee and tea, especially for diabetics. Coffee and tea protect you against the disease.A recent study showed that drinking an extra cup of coffee or tea a day may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes by 7%.
People who consume three to four cups of coffee or tea a day are at 25% less risk when compared to those who drink between zero to two cups.
People who drink three to four cups of tea a day are at one fifth lower the risk of diabetes when compared to those who don’t drink tea. But, the study didn’t seem to be linked to caffeine.
Another Australian study conducted on 458,000 people showed that drinking three to four cups of decaffeinated coffee a day reduce the risk of diabetes by 33% than those who drank none.
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Osteoporosis Drugs Reduces Breast Cancer Risk!
A recent study conducted at New York stated that women who are taking common class of drugs such as bisphosphonates for osteoporosis are significantly at reduced risk of breast cancer than women who are not using the bone-strengthening pills.
Now you can find Fosamax in the form of alendronate. Some other most commonly used medicines from the same class include Actonel and Roche's Boniva. Women who were taking bisphosphonates are one-third less likely to develop breast cancer than women who do not take them.
Drugs, such as Fosamax and Boniva, are some of the most popular drugs for women to help prevent bone loss, but a government health study found those taking the drugs for osteoporosis were also 32 percent less likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Researchers said that the medications used for osteoporosis may make it more difficult for
tumors to develop.
Now you can find Fosamax in the form of alendronate. Some other most commonly used medicines from the same class include Actonel and Roche's Boniva. Women who were taking bisphosphonates are one-third less likely to develop breast cancer than women who do not take them.
Drugs, such as Fosamax and Boniva, are some of the most popular drugs for women to help prevent bone loss, but a government health study found those taking the drugs for osteoporosis were also 32 percent less likely to be diagnosed with breast cancer.
Researchers said that the medications used for osteoporosis may make it more difficult for
tumors to develop.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Loneliness May Raise Breast Cancer Risk!
New research found that stress of loneliness increases the hormone levels that trigger the tumor growth which finally lead to cancer. So, to reduce the breast cancer risk, it is essential to reduce the feelings of loneliness.
As your stress levels raise, the levels of stress hormone called as corticosterone may get raised and finally it affects the cell growth and thus leading to tumors.
Overall, research in humans does not indicate that there is a direct link between stress and breast cancer. But it's possible that stressful situations could indirectly affect the risk of cancer by making people more likely to take up unhealthy behaviours that increase their risk.
Finally the study suggested that stress that come from isolation may increase the number of breast cancer tumors. So, to reduce the risk of breast cancer, reduce your stress levels as much as you can.
As your stress levels raise, the levels of stress hormone called as corticosterone may get raised and finally it affects the cell growth and thus leading to tumors.
Overall, research in humans does not indicate that there is a direct link between stress and breast cancer. But it's possible that stressful situations could indirectly affect the risk of cancer by making people more likely to take up unhealthy behaviours that increase their risk.
Finally the study suggested that stress that come from isolation may increase the number of breast cancer tumors. So, to reduce the risk of breast cancer, reduce your stress levels as much as you can.
Friday, December 4, 2009
Ultrasound Along With Annual Mammograms!
Recent study conducted by Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) stated that adding ultrasound to annual mammograms helps to detect early stage breast cancer in women who are at higher risk developing the disease.
Instead of using mammography alone, using mammography along with physician-performed ultrasound annually for three years can help to find 29% of more breast cancers and 34% of more invasive cancers.
Study showed that when you undergo mammography along with ultrasound for only one time can increase the detection rate of early breast cancer by 4.2 per 1,000.
Also, the study said that most of the cancers determined with ultrasound were the small invasive cancers that are likely to spread and could ultimately kill a person.
Also using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can even increase the chances of detecting breast cancer during the initial stages only. MRI is even more sensitive when compared to ultrasound and mammogram.
But, the major drawback of including MRI or ultrasound to annual mammography was an increase in number of false positive results.
Instead of using mammography alone, using mammography along with physician-performed ultrasound annually for three years can help to find 29% of more breast cancers and 34% of more invasive cancers.
Study showed that when you undergo mammography along with ultrasound for only one time can increase the detection rate of early breast cancer by 4.2 per 1,000.
Also, the study said that most of the cancers determined with ultrasound were the small invasive cancers that are likely to spread and could ultimately kill a person.
Also using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) can even increase the chances of detecting breast cancer during the initial stages only. MRI is even more sensitive when compared to ultrasound and mammogram.
But, the major drawback of including MRI or ultrasound to annual mammography was an increase in number of false positive results.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Cervical Cancer Vaccination Is Available!
Recent studies showed that cervical cancer vaccination gives you protection against the virus for at least six years without any need of a booster.
Cervarix, the name of the cervical cancer vaccine protects you against the virus that causes 80% of the cancer. Girls of ages 12 and 13 are now being offered with the vaccine as an element of the Government’s plan to reduce the number of women developing cervical cancer.
Eight among ten girls are getting this offer. A recent study conducted which comparing the number of girls who are infected with HPV strains 16 and 18 and vaccinated with cervarix with the people who were not received the vaccine.
This vaccine protected these girls 100% from the HPV strains for about 6.4 years. This vaccine is safe to use. There is still study going on to confirm the long-term effects of the vaccine.
To achieve maximum benefits, girls need to be vaccinated before the sexual activity begins because the virus is passed on through intimate contact.
Cervarix, the name of the cervical cancer vaccine protects you against the virus that causes 80% of the cancer. Girls of ages 12 and 13 are now being offered with the vaccine as an element of the Government’s plan to reduce the number of women developing cervical cancer.
Eight among ten girls are getting this offer. A recent study conducted which comparing the number of girls who are infected with HPV strains 16 and 18 and vaccinated with cervarix with the people who were not received the vaccine.
This vaccine protected these girls 100% from the HPV strains for about 6.4 years. This vaccine is safe to use. There is still study going on to confirm the long-term effects of the vaccine.
To achieve maximum benefits, girls need to be vaccinated before the sexual activity begins because the virus is passed on through intimate contact.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Antiretroviral Drugs To Cut AIDS Risk!
Recent studies confirmed that taking antiretroviral drugs or ARVs can reduce the risk of AIDS transmission up to 5% or less from breast-feeding mother to child.
Also, latest studies stated that pregnant women who take ARVs as early as 14 weeks and continue throughout the breast-feeding period can lower the risk of AIDS transmission. These two recommendations are suggested by World Health Organization (WHO).
In earlier days, WHO recommended ARVs to pregnant women with HIV-positive during their third trimester at 28 weeks to reduce transmission of virus from mother to child.
Getting antiretroviral therapy for adolescents and adults can boost their immune system thus reducing the risk of HIV-related deaths and also reduces the transmission of virus and tuberculosis.
WHO recommended taking ARVs during breast-feeding period can improve your child’s chances of survival.
An estimated 33.4 million people are living with HIV/AIDS, with some 2.7 million new infections each year. Worldwide, HIV/AIDS is the most leading cause of death among the women in their reproductive age. Worldwide, about 45% of the pregnant women are now getting treatment to avoid the passage of HIV on to their children.
Also, latest studies stated that pregnant women who take ARVs as early as 14 weeks and continue throughout the breast-feeding period can lower the risk of AIDS transmission. These two recommendations are suggested by World Health Organization (WHO).
In earlier days, WHO recommended ARVs to pregnant women with HIV-positive during their third trimester at 28 weeks to reduce transmission of virus from mother to child.
Getting antiretroviral therapy for adolescents and adults can boost their immune system thus reducing the risk of HIV-related deaths and also reduces the transmission of virus and tuberculosis.
WHO recommended taking ARVs during breast-feeding period can improve your child’s chances of survival.
An estimated 33.4 million people are living with HIV/AIDS, with some 2.7 million new infections each year. Worldwide, HIV/AIDS is the most leading cause of death among the women in their reproductive age. Worldwide, about 45% of the pregnant women are now getting treatment to avoid the passage of HIV on to their children.
Does Obesity Cut Your Lifespan?
Researchers said that your lifespan could be shrinking in proportions to your growing waistline.
Obese people die ten years before they should. Also, moderate obesity cuts your lifespan by three years.
Studies showed that people with BMI of 30-35 will die three before than they should and people with BMI of 40-45 will die ten years before.
If you are becoming obese or overweight, it is advised to avoid further weight gain for adding years to your life. Studies said that people should put a conscious effort against piling on the pounds, which most often happens between 25-50 years of life.
Obesity is linked with high risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the international BMI scale, BMI above 25 is considered as overweight and above 30 is considered as obese.
Even you have low BMI, having high body fat can also cut your lifespan. It is found that death ratio is lowest in those who were on the high part of obesity on the normal range and had a BMI from 23-24.
Also, studies showed that people with BMIs less than 22.5 have a higher risk of during than those who weighed slightly more, largely because of respiratory illnesses, such as lung cancer. The researchers say this is probably the result of skinny people who were smokers.
Obese people die ten years before they should. Also, moderate obesity cuts your lifespan by three years.
Studies showed that people with BMI of 30-35 will die three before than they should and people with BMI of 40-45 will die ten years before.
If you are becoming obese or overweight, it is advised to avoid further weight gain for adding years to your life. Studies said that people should put a conscious effort against piling on the pounds, which most often happens between 25-50 years of life.
Obesity is linked with high risk of heart disease and stroke. According to the international BMI scale, BMI above 25 is considered as overweight and above 30 is considered as obese.
Even you have low BMI, having high body fat can also cut your lifespan. It is found that death ratio is lowest in those who were on the high part of obesity on the normal range and had a BMI from 23-24.
Also, studies showed that people with BMIs less than 22.5 have a higher risk of during than those who weighed slightly more, largely because of respiratory illnesses, such as lung cancer. The researchers say this is probably the result of skinny people who were smokers.
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