Colorado and The District of Columbia have lower obesity rates than any other U.S. state or territory, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Specifically, more than one in five adults in Colorado (24.9%) and DC (23.5%) are reported to be obese. The CDC reported that more than one in three adults (35%)…
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major public health concern in India, with its prevalence steadily increasing over the years. Current estimates suggest that about 30% to 40% of adults in urban areas and approximately 20% to 25% in rural areas are affected by hypertension. Often called the “silent killer” due to its lack…
Madurai: The prevalence of stroke is increasing among young populations, suitable lifestyle modifications and keeping hypertension and diabetes in control can prevent occurrence, said doctors on World Stroke Day on Tuesday.At Govt Rajaji Hospital in Madurai, an awareness programme for the public on stroke, its prevention and treatment was conducted, presided over by dean L…
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Every three seconds, someone in the world is diagnosed with a type of dementia, which is the general term for the loss of memory, language, and ability to make decisions enough that it impacts everyday life. Caused by damage to brain cells, dementia is becoming increasingly more common and a leading cause of disability and…
Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the primary cause of mortality worldwide, resulting in a substantial number of fatalities and disabilities. The alarming statistics from 2021 reveal that CVDs claimed 20.5 million lives, accounting for approximately one-third of all global deaths. Young Indians are increasingly vulnerable to heart disease due to alarming environmental and lifestyle factors. Rising…
Episcopal Health Services Healthy Heart Ambassador Program lead Latoya Maragh, MS, MPH, RN, and Diabetes Prevention Program Lifestyle Coaches, Brittany Heitman, LMSW, and Nicole Smith, RD, CDN. Photo courtesy of Episcopal Health Services Sign up for our QNS email newsletter to get news, updates, and local insights delivered straight to your inbox! Episcopal Health Services…
As cases of heart attacks among young gym-goers surge in India, concerns are rising about the factors contributing to this alarming trend. The root causes of this disturbing phenomenon are multifaceted, involving a combination of intense exercise regimens, underlying medical conditions, and detrimental lifestyle choices such as a poor diet and chronic stress. With an…