Dr. April N. Kapu
DNP, APRN, ACNP-BC, FAANP, FCCM, FAAN- President of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)
- Executive at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Critical Care NP, Author, and Winner of Numerous Awards
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A recent study revealed that exposure to light between 12:30 a.m. and 6 a.m., is linked to a 67% increased risk of developing diabetes. ● Teens with poor concentration, problem-solving, and learning abilities are at a heightened risk of early-onset stroke, the study revealed. ● The CDC recommends taking updated COVID and flu vaccines for the upcoming fall and winter seasons to protect against severe outcomes, including hospitalization and death. ● Researchers now suggest that drinking coffee might counteract the mortality risk linked to prolonged sitting. ● A large-scale study revealed that for healthy adults, daily multivitamin intake does not extend longevity. ● Maintaining an active lifestyle with moderate physical activity and fitness may reduce the risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in men, the study revealed. ● Healthcare providers are advised to remain highly vigilant for dengue in patients presenting with fever and a recent travel history to regions with frequent or continuous dengue transmission. ● During this National Oral Health Month, a leading dental expert shares the secrets to improved oral hygiene through effective teeth-brushing techniques. ● There is a two-fold increased risk of Parkinson's disease in the anxiety group compared to the control group, the study revealed. ● A study discovered that elderly adults who experienced chronic loneliness had a 56% higher risk of stroke compared to those who consistently reported not being lonely. ● According to the study results published in the journal eBiomedicine, children born underweight face greater health risks if they develop obesity. ● The study suggests that following a specific intermittent fasting plan, such as the 5:2 intermittent fasting technique and a meal replacement diet, might help improve glycemic control among those with type 2 diabetes. ● The relatively rare malignancy affecting genitals is predicted to increase at an alarming rate of 77% in the next three decades. ● The study results showed that cannabis users had an 80% increased risk of hospitalization and a 27% increased risk of ICU admission. ● Researchers have discovered that women who undergo oophorectomy before menopause may face a higher risk of experiencing reduced white matter integrity in their brains as they age. ● The researchers also noted that none of the trials showed an adverse effect on weight loss when nuts were included as part of the diet. ● Many nutritious food options are now patterned to some of our classic favourites, like nutrition cookies. ● The researchers developed a blood test that uses artificial intelligence to detect Parkinson's disease about seven years before onset. ● Those who engaged in regular walking remained pain-free for nearly twice as long as those who did not incorporate walking into their routine. ● Integrating collagen supplements into a balanced diet and exercise regimen can provide a multifaceted approach to achieving weight loss. ● Officials recommend enhancing testing and vaccination efforts to reduce the risk of severe illness and transmission. ● Perinatal depression in women elevates the likelihood of cardiovascular disease for up to two decades, the study revealed. ● The researchers discovered that doing twelve months of heavy resistance training around retirement age induces long-term beneficial effects on leg strength, lasting up to four years. ● A new report suggests that the number of Americans with poor diet quality remains stubbornly high, and dietary disparities persist or are worsening. ● Researchers now found that periods of fasting could boost the immune system's natural killer cells to fight off cancer. ●
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