Breast arterial calcification linked to increased cardiovascular mortality risk
Calcified breast arteries linked to higher risk of heart disease and death
This meta-analysis examined associations between breast arterial calcification and cardiovascular outcomes. The authors observed that the pr…
A large analysis shows breast arterial calcification is associated with higher risks of heart failure, stroke, and death in women.
Umbrella review associates processed meat consumption with higher risks of cancer and chronic disease outcomes
Processed meat links to higher cancer and heart disease risks
This umbrella review synthesized data from 34 articles and 54 meta-analyses regarding processed meat consumption.
Eating more processed meat like bacon or hot dogs increases your risk for serious health problems including cancer and heart disease.
Higher systemic immune-inflammation index associated with increased mortality in interstitial lung disease
Could a simple blood test help predict survival in serious lung disease?
A retrospective cohort study of 366 patients with interstitial lung disease found that a higher systemic immune-inflammation index (SII) was…
A simple blood test number linked to higher death risk could help doctors predict survival for patients with serious lung scarring.