Health Alert: Risks Associated with PCOS During Pregnancy. Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), a
hormonal disorder characterized by enlarged ovaries and small cysts, can affect a woman’s reproductive
health. A recent study found that PCOS may also impact the next generation, particularly in offspring of
PCOS patients who are obese. Observed effects include low birth weight, shorter stature, smaller head
circumference at birth, and central obesity by age seven. JAMA Network Open, November 2024
Diet: Omega-3 Fatty Acids Protect Heart Health. An analysis of data from the UK Biobank study
revealed that higher serum levels of omega-3 fatty acids are linked to a 21% reduced risk of developing
heart failure over 13 years. Among those with existing heart failure, elevated omega-3 levels are associated
with up to a 50% lower risk of cardiovascular disease mortality during the same period.
Mayo Clinic Proceedings, December 2024
Exercise: Strength Training Promotes Lifelong Health and Well-Being. Age-appropriate strength
training in youth can lead to stronger bones, a reduced risk of injury, and increased psychological
resilience. These benefits provide lifelong advantages to overall health and well-being.
The Conversation, November 2024
Chiropractic: Manual Therapies Effective for Several Neck Conditions. An umbrella review of 35
systematic reviews concluded that manual therapies are effective for managing non-specific neck pain,
cervical radiculopathy, and cervicogenic headaches. Chiropractors are trained in delivering various manual
therapies for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders affecting the neck.
Journal of Manual and Manipulative Therapeutics, November 2024
Mental Attitude: Fear of the Next Heart Attack? Survivors of a first myocardial infarction often
experience stress from the fear of a future heart attack. If not effectively managed, this stress can lead to
unhealthy coping behaviors that may increase their risk of another serious cardiac event.
American Heart Association, November 2024
Wellness/Prevention: Take Vitamin D Supplements During Pregnancy? University of Southampton
researchers report that children born to mothers who took vitamin D supplements during pregnancy have
stronger bones during childhood, potentially reducing their risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures later in
life. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, November 2024
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