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Physical activity and vitamin D appear to have synergistic beneficial effects on the risk of atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease

Combo of Exercise, Vitamin D May Boost Effects on Heart Health

Physical activity linearly associated with higher 25(OH)D levels in whites
Alternate-day fasting does not produce superior weight loss or weight maintenance compared with daily calorie restriction

Alternate-Day Fasting Not More Effective for Weight Loss

Weight loss similar to conventional calorie-restriction diet, researchers find
About 35 percent of Americans experience symptoms of a transient ischemic attack

Too Few Americans Know the Warning Signs of Stroke

Many who experience symptoms consistent with a TIA fail to report it
Individuals with optimal cardiovascular health in middle age live an average of four years longer than their peers who have at least two risk factors for cardiovascular disease

Optimal Cardiovascular Health in Middle Age Adds Years to Life

Researchers find it linked to longer, disease-free life
Large screens are more effective for promoting the hedonic (perceived attractiveness) and pragmatic (perceived control) qualities of smartwatches

Screen Size, Shape Affect User Perception of Smartwatches

Large screens are more effective for promoting hedonic and pragmatic qualities of smartwatches
Patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus -- particularly those who are overweight or obese -- have decreased cortical thickness in several areas of the brain

Decreased Cortical Thickness Seen in Type 2 Diabetes

Excess weight appears to amplify the threat, researchers say

April 2017 Briefing – Diabetes & Endocrinology

Here are what the editors at HealthDay consider to be the most important developments in Diabetes & Endocrinology for April 2017. This roundup includes...
Many older women have low awareness about osteoporosis and its contribution to fracture risk and a lack of understanding about the benefits of osteoporosis pharmacotherapy

Older Women Show Limited Understanding of Osteoporosis

Even after an osteoporosis-related fracture, few women are on pharmacotherapy
Eleven novel adiposity variants have been identified after adjustment for physical activity (PA)

Exercise Reduces Weight Gain Effects in Those With FTO Gene

No evidence for interaction with physical activity for loci other than established FTO locus
Routine blood tests waste money and can damage patient care

Routine Blood Tests Can Harm Patient Care

Authors of opinion piece say unnecessary lab tests contribute to rising costs, can damage patient care