Health Alert: Gene Discovery May Offer New Avenue to Combat Alzheimer’s. In a recent study that
included individuals at elevated risk for Alzheimer’s disease, researchers observed that those who did not
develop the neurodegenerative condition carried a gene variant that helps the brain more efficiently remove the
beta amyloid plaques from the brain that are a hallmark of the disease. If scientists are able to develop a therapy
that mimics the gene’s effect in the brain, it’s hoped that Alzheimer’s cases may be reduced by up to 70%.
Columbia University, April 2024
Diet: Intermittent Fasting Benefits Intestinal Health. Intermittent fasting is a dietary strategy that alternates
between periods of eating and fasting, typically within a structured time frame each day or week. A recent
animal study found that intermittent fasting is associated with reduced inflammation and improved glucose
control in the small intestine, which suggests this dietary practice may improve intestinal health.
American Physiology Summit, April 2024
Exercise: Sedentary Behaviors Raises COPD Risk. Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a
chronic lung disease that makes breathing difficult, and it is a leading cause of death in the United States. An
analysis of data from several long-term studies found that for every 2.8 hours an individual averages per day
watching television, their risk for COPD doubles. BMJ Open Respiratory Research, April 2024
Chiropractic: Manual Therapy’s Impact on Ankle Dorsiflexion. For individuals with reduced ankle
dorsiflexion following a lower limb injury, a recent study found that ankle joint mobilization and calf muscle
massage are effective interventions for improving ankle range of motion. Doctors of chiropractic are trained in
the use of these and other therapies in the management of musculoskeletal disorders of the extremities,
including the ankle and foot. Journal of Bodyworks and Movement Therapies, January 2024
Mental Attitude: Long Commute and Musculoskeletal Pain Linked to Burnout. Questionnaire completed
by 1,615 healthcare professionals revealed that the combination of a commute lasting longer than 50 minutes
and either neck and shoulder pain or ankle pain alone are linked to an elevated risk for burnout.
BMC Health Services Research, April 2024
Wellness/Prevention: New Urine Test May Streamline Bladder Cancer Follow-Up. Researchers have
developed a new urine test that can look for genetic markers of bladder cancer, which may reduce the need for
follow-up cystoscopies in bladder cancer survivors while also detecting cancer recurrence for earlier treatment.
European Association of Urology, April 2024
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