MNT daily newsletter - July 12, 2018

Medical News Today

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Welcome to today's MNT newsletter, containing the most recent headlines from your chosen news categories.


Alzheimer's / Dementia
Vitamin D offers no protection against Alzheimer's
Systematic review of clinical studies finds no robust evidence that vitamin D protects the brain against diseases such as Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.
High blood pressure may increase dementia risk
A new study looking at links between hypertension in later life and brain health finds an increased risk of Alzheimer's hallmarks and brain lesions.


Asthma
Asthma: A healthful diet may prevent symptoms
A new study shows that a balanced diet may help people with asthma better manage their condition and reduce the severity of their symptoms.


Bones / Orthopedics
How do you treat Haglund's deformity?
Haglund's deformity is an abnormality of the foot. It affects the bone and the soft tissues. The causes are unknown. Symptoms include heel pain, swelling, and redness while treatments include surgical and non-surgical options. Correct shoes that are supportive may prevent it. Learn more about Haglund's deformity here.


Cardiovascular / Cardiology
How long does it take to recover from heart bypass surgery?
If someone has a blockage in the heart, they may need bypass surgery to lower the risk of a heart attack. It is the most common heart surgery performed on adults. The operation can take many hours, but the success rate is high. Recovery time varies from person to person but usually involves 1 week in the hospital.


Dermatology
What are the different types of eczema?
There are many types of eczema, each with different characteristics and triggers. The symptoms of eczema generally include inflammation, dryness, and itching of the skin. People with eczema tend to have occasional flare-ups. Here, we look at the symptoms and causes of seven types of eczema, as well as treatment options


Obesity / Weight Loss / Fitness
Type 2 diabetes, obesity may soon be reversed with gene therapy
For the first time, scientists use gene therapy to successfully reverse obesity and insulin resistance in an animal model of type 2 diabetes.


Genetics
Type 2 diabetes, obesity may soon be reversed with gene therapy
For the first time, scientists use gene therapy to successfully reverse obesity and insulin resistance in an animal model of type 2 diabetes.


Heart Disease
How long does it take to recover from heart bypass surgery?
If someone has a blockage in the heart, they may need bypass surgery to lower the risk of a heart attack. It is the most common heart surgery performed on adults. The operation can take many hours, but the success rate is high. Recovery time varies from person to person but usually involves 1 week in the hospital.


Hypertension
High blood pressure may increase dementia risk
A new study looking at links between hypertension in later life and brain health finds an increased risk of Alzheimer's hallmarks and brain lesions.


Men's Health
What are the treatment options for BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. BPH can cause difficulties with urination. Treatment options for BPH include watchful waiting, medication, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery. Lifestyle changes can also help improve a person's symptoms. Learn more here.


Neurology / Neuroscience
Vitamin D offers no protection against Alzheimer's
Systematic review of clinical studies finds no robust evidence that vitamin D protects the brain against diseases such as Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.
How does exercise help consolidate new motor skills?
If you want to pick up a new motor skill, you may want to do some exercise between practice sessions. This helps your brain remember better, but how?
High blood pressure may increase dementia risk
A new study looking at links between hypertension in later life and brain health finds an increased risk of Alzheimer's hallmarks and brain lesions.


Nutrition / Diet
Vitamin D offers no protection against Alzheimer's
Systematic review of clinical studies finds no robust evidence that vitamin D protects the brain against diseases such as Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.
Asthma: A healthful diet may prevent symptoms
A new study shows that a balanced diet may help people with asthma better manage their condition and reduce the severity of their symptoms.


Pain / Anesthetics
What are the treatment options for BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. BPH can cause difficulties with urination. Treatment options for BPH include watchful waiting, medication, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery. Lifestyle changes can also help improve a person's symptoms. Learn more here.


Parkinson's Disease
Vitamin D offers no protection against Alzheimer's
Systematic review of clinical studies finds no robust evidence that vitamin D protects the brain against diseases such as Alzheimer's, MS, and Parkinson's.


Prostate / Prostate Cancer
What are the treatment options for BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. BPH can cause difficulties with urination. Treatment options for BPH include watchful waiting, medication, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery. Lifestyle changes can also help improve a person's symptoms. Learn more here.


Public Health
Asthma: A healthful diet may prevent symptoms
A new study shows that a balanced diet may help people with asthma better manage their condition and reduce the severity of their symptoms.


Seniors / Aging
High blood pressure may increase dementia risk
A new study looking at links between hypertension in later life and brain health finds an increased risk of Alzheimer's hallmarks and brain lesions.


Sports Medicine / Fitness
How does exercise help consolidate new motor skills?
If you want to pick up a new motor skill, you may want to do some exercise between practice sessions. This helps your brain remember better, but how?


Surgery
How long does it take to recover from heart bypass surgery?
If someone has a blockage in the heart, they may need bypass surgery to lower the risk of a heart attack. It is the most common heart surgery performed on adults. The operation can take many hours, but the success rate is high. Recovery time varies from person to person but usually involves 1 week in the hospital.


Urology / Nephrology
What are the treatment options for BPH?
Benign prostatic hyperplasia, or BPH, is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. BPH can cause difficulties with urination. Treatment options for BPH include watchful waiting, medication, minimally invasive procedures, and surgery. Lifestyle changes can also help improve a person's symptoms. Learn more here.


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