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Key Takeaways After most of the world went into lockdown last March, many people were forced to change their lifestyle. If yours took a turn for the worse, you’re not alone. Researchers in the U.K. examined the effect lockdown protocols like social distancing and sheltering in place had on individuals' wellness. For the study, 1,044 people completed a baseline survey in April 2020 and then answered daily assessments for three months....

Key TakeawaysA new meta-analysis found that people who took more than one gram of omega-3 fatty acid supplements per day had an increased risk of developing a heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation (AFib).AFib is not a life-threatening condition, but it can lead to heart failure or stroke.While they can be part of a heart-healthy lifestyle, most experts recommend getting omega-3 fatty acids from food instead of supplements. Key Takeaways A new meta-analysis found that people who took more than one gram of omega-3 fatty acid supplements per day had an increased risk of developing a heart rhythm problem called atrial fibrillation (AFib)....

Key TakeawaysA recent study has linked high insulin use to cancer risk in people with type 1 diabetes.Previous studies have linked having type 1 diabetes to a higher risk for cancer.It’s unclear how much of a role insulin plays in the link between the two conditions. Key Takeaways A recent study has linked high insulin use to cancer risk in people with type 1 diabetes.Previous studies have linked having type 1 diabetes to a higher risk for cancer....

Key TakeawaysResearch has shown that a high-fiber diet contributes to a healthy gut and immune system.A new study has found that patients with melanoma who are receiving immunotherapy to treat their cancer may have a better response to treatment if they eat a high-fiber diet.Most people benefit from a diet that includes many plant-based whole foods, even if they do not have cancer. Key Takeaways Research has shown that a high-fiber diet contributes to a healthy gut and immune system....

Key TakeawaysNew data has revealed that cervical cancer rates in the United Kingdom plummeted after the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine was introduced in 2008. The rates of cervical cancer were lowest in people who were vaccinated at ages 12 and 13.Anyone can get HPV. In addition to cervical cancer, HPV infection is also linked to other forms of cancer and conditions like genital warts.Doctors said that the study’s findings underscore the importance of the HPV vaccine....

Key TakeawaysA recent investigation found that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) centers violated their own internal medical standards.Researchers found that ICE violated its own internal medical standards in 78% of deaths included in this study.Experts call for more transparency and oversight. Key Takeaways A recent investigation found that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) centers violated their own internal medical standards.Researchers found that ICE violated its own internal medical standards in 78% of deaths included in this study....

Key TakeawaysA new study shows the severity of coronavirus is not necessarily a prediction of long-lasting symptoms or complications a person may experience as a result of the virus.Experts say this research points at the importance of continuing to understand which patients will develop long-term health issues as a result of COVID-19.A new study has found that the severity of an initial COVID-19 infection does not necessarily predict what later complications or long-lasting symptoms a person may experience....

Key Takeaways When people are seeking mental health care in the United States, they are not necessarily referred to clinicians who are the best fit for their needs. Instead, the cost of mental health care is what often takes precedence in the referral process. But a new study finds that may not always benefit the patient. A new study, published in both theJAMA Psychiatryand theJournal of Consulting and Clinical Psychologyin June, took a deeper look at how the therapist-patient matching process affects therapy’s ability to help....

Key TakeawaysA new study suggests that the risks associated with a keto diet may outweigh benefits like accelerated weight loss.Researchers say that following a keto diet is especially risky prior to or during a pregnancy, and for people who have chronic kidney disease.One of the major concerns for this restrictive diet is that many people tend to eat too much red meat and processed foods with very few fruits and vegetables....

Key TakeawaysResearchers propose that obesity is not as simple as the “calories in, calories out” equation for weight management.The carbohydrate-insulin model suggests that people gain weight when they consume excessive amounts of processed carbohydrates, which in turn causes insulin levels to rise and results in the body storing fat.Focusing on eating fewer processed carbohydrates (such as crackers, candies, and cakes) may help people manage their weight more effectively than just keeping track of how much they eat....

Key TakeawaysThe SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus can cause blood platelets to clump, leading to potential blood clots that damage organs.Aspirin is known to thin the blood, helping to prevent blood clots in people who have cardiovascular disease.A new study shows that people hospitalized with COVID-19 benefitted from taking low-dose aspirin. Key Takeaways The SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) virus can cause blood platelets to clump, leading to potential blood clots that damage organs.Aspirin is known to thin the blood, helping to prevent blood clots in people who have cardiovascular disease....

Key Takeaways Dexamethasone is a steroid that has been used to treat ICU patients with COVID-related acute respiratory distress syndrome. Frank J. Contacessa, MD, an internist at Northwell Health Physician Partners, told Verywell that dexamethasone is most commonly used to suppress the immune system, but the mechanism behind this treatment has been unclear. Researchers discovered that before dexamethasone was used to treat severe COVID, the male mortality rate was over 25%, while female mortality was lower at around 15–16%....

Key TakeawaysAccording to a new study, keeping your blood pressure below 120/80 mmHg may help slow the aging of your brain.The effect of lower blood pressure was observed in brain scans from healthy people taken over several decades and included people in their 40s to their 60s.The results may mean that a lower blood pressure of 110/70 mmHg might be better for your brain health than 120/80 mmHg, the pressure that is considered normal....