Health Alert: Diabetes Worsens Dementia Risk in Heart Attack Survivors. Utilizing the Korean National
Health Insurance Database, researchers report that myocardial infarction survivors with a five-plus year history
of type 2 diabetes had a 52% higher risk for dementia diagnosis in the following decade than their
normoglycemic peers. Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome, July 2025
Diet: Diet May Influence 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
concerning more than 8,200 middle-aged and older adults revealed an association between a diet rich in
vegetables, fruits, meat, and fish and a lower risk for COPD. Clinical Nutrition Research, July 2025
Exercise: Weekend Warrior Workouts Reduce Diabetics’ Risk of Death from Heart Disease. The weekend
warrior exercise pattern is characterized by achieving 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity a
week in just one or two days. A recent study found that weekend warrior diabetics have a 33% lower risk of
death from heart disease than their sedentary peers. Further, the evidence suggests that weekend warriors may
even be less likely to die from heart disease than diabetes patients who spread out their physical activity more
evenly over the week. Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025
Chiropractic: Joint Mobilization Helps to Strengthen Spine Stabilizing Muscles. Atrophy of the transverse
abdominis and lumbar multifidus muscles is common in patients with chronic low back pain and can contribute
to ongoing pain and disability. A recent study found that patients treated with joint mobilization therapy—a
technique provided by chiropractors—experienced significant increases in the thickness of these muscles,
suggesting improved lumbar spine stability. Journal of Clinical Medicine, April 2025
Mental Attitude: Premature Menopause Linked to Higher Depression Risk. New research suggests that
women who experience premature menopause (before age 40) are at elevated risk for depression. Interestingly,
the data show that hormone therapy does not reduce depression risk in this group. Menopause, December 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Poor Oral Health Linked to Chronic Health Problems. Researchers at Fujita Health
University monitored 118 adults over two years and identified an association between poor oral health and an
increased risk for chronic illnesses including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and kidney dysfunction. Lead author
Dr. Mitsuyoshi Yoshida writes, “Overall, our results suggest that a decline in oral function can be a risk factor
for lifestyle-related diseases. Thus, maintaining good oral health is the first step in maintaining overall health.”
Journal of Oral Rehabilitation, April 2025
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Health Alert: Urgent Care Clinics Often Prescribe Unwarranted Medications. An analysis of more than
22.4 million urgent care visits between 2018 and 2022 found widespread inappropriate prescribing of antibiotics
for ear infections, urinary symptoms, and bronchitis; steroids for sinus and upper respiratory infections; and
opioids for muscle, abdominal, and sprain-related pain. Health experts warn that such practices could drive
antibiotic resistance and opioid abuse. Annals of Internal Medicine, July 2025
Diet: Foods with Important Vitamins. Adequate vitamin intake is important for a healthy lifestyle. While
supplements can help, getting vitamins from whole foods is often more beneficial. Vitamin A is found in eggs,
oily fish, and colorful vegetables like carrots; B vitamins are in meat, dairy, beans, and leafy greens; vitamin C
is abundant in citrus fruits; vitamin D is produced in the body through sunlight and is also found in oily fish and
eggs; vitamin E is in nuts and seeds; and vitamin K comes from leafy greens. The Conversation, July 2025
Exercise: Lift Weights! Among a group of 160 older women, researchers observed that those who participated
in a twelve-week resistance training intervention experienced notable improvements in subjective sleep quality,
mental health, cognitive function, and functional capacity. Psychology of Sport and Exercise, August 2025
Chiropractic: Mid-Back Adjustments May Help Patients with Shoulder Pain. Subacromial impingement
syndrome (SIS) occurs when the rotator cuff tendons become inflamed or irritated as they pass through the
subacromial space, which can lead to pain, weakness, and reduced range of motion in the shoulder. A
systematic review and meta-analysis that included 10 randomized clinical trials found that applying manual
therapies to the thoracic spine—such as manipulation and mobilization delivered by chiropractors—may
provide significant improvement in SIS-related pain, disability, and range of motion.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, July 2025
Mental Attitude: Few Schools Screen Students for Mood Disorders. A survey of 1,000 school principals
found that due to barriers such as limited resources, lack of staff training, and concerns about increased
workload, only 31% of schools conduct screenings of students for mental health issues, including depression
and anxiety. JAMA Network Open, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Digital Intervention Reduces Childhood Obesity Risk. Researchers from Johns
Hopkins University report that providing parents with ongoing education on healthy feeding and activity habits
for their child in the first two years of life via interactive text messages and a digital dashboard could cut the
rate of childhood obesity nearly in half, from 13% to 7%. JAMA Pediatrics, July 2025
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Health Alert: Household Mold Can Trigger Lung Disease. Hypersensitivity pneumonitis is an immunemediated
inflammatory lung disease caused by repeated inhalation of environmental antigens. In a review of
231 cases, 23% were linked to household mold exposure—often associated with water damage in bathrooms
and air conditioning units—and patients experienced noticeable improvements in lung function once the mold
source was addressed. PLOS One, July 2025
Diet: Global Fruit and Veggie Intake Still Low… Despite increases in global per capita consumption of fruit
and vegetables since 1990, inadequate produce intake continues to fall below recommended levels and
contributes to roughly 2.5 million deaths each year, mostly from cardiovascular disease.
BMC Medicine, August 2025
Exercise: Walk 7,000 Steps a Day. Following an analysis of data from 57 studies, researchers from University
of Sydney report that averaging 7,000 steps a day is associated with a 47% reduced risk of premature death, as
well as significant reductions in the risk of dementia, depression, and cardiovascular disease.
The Lancet Public Health, July 2025
Chiropractic: Hamstring Tightness and Low Back Pain. Hamstring tightness and its effect on lumbopelvic
alignment are often observed in patients with low back pain. A recent study of 100 young adults with low back
pain and hamstring tightness reported that applying manual traction to the leg throughout its range of motion
produced significant improvements in pain and mobility within just three treatments. Doctors of chiropractic are
well-versed in a variety of hands-on techniques for managing musculoskeletal disorders, including low back
pain associated with hamstring tightness. Cureus, March 2025
Mental Attitude: Widowhood Loneliness Persists Despite Adult Children. A study that monitored 5,600
older adults over several years found that losing a spouse is associated with elevated levels of social and
emotional loneliness that can continue for nearly a decade, even if adult children are highly involved in their
lives. Aging & Mental Health, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Four Tools for a Sharper Brain. Some degree of cognitive decline is often expected
with age; however, research suggests it may not be entirely beyond our control. In a study of more than 2,100
older adults, participants who regularly exercised, ate a healthy diet, stayed socially connected, and engaged in
brain training showed improvements on cognitive tests consistent with a younger brain age compared to their
baseline results. Journal of the American Medical Association, July 2025
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Health Alert: Many Young Vapers Potentially Making Dangerous Modifications to Their Device. A
survey of nearly 2,400 teen and young adult e-cigarette users revealed that 4 in 5 have modified their device—
such as swapping batteries, altering heating coils, and adding substances like marijuana or custom e-liquids—in
a manner that can increase the risk of burns, explosions, and exposure to harmful toxins such as heavy metals.
Scientific Reports, July 2025
Diet: Healthy Diet Slows Multimorbidity in Seniors. A study that monitored more than 2,400 older adults for
15 years found that participants who consumed an anti-inflammatory diet pattern—which may include a high
intake of vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and unsaturated fats, and a reduced intake of sweets
and red and processed meats—were less likely to develop multiple chronic diseases than those with a less
healthy, inflammatory diet. Nature Aging, June 2025
Exercise: Faster Walking Speed Benefits Longevity. An analysis of data concerning nearly 80,000 adults
revealed that a brisk walking pace is associated with better cardiovascular health and subsequently a lower risk
of premature death. American Journal of Preventive Medicine, July 2025
Chiropractic: Managing Rotator Cuff-Related Shoulder Pain. For patients with rotator cuff-related shoulder
pain, a recent systematic review concluded that a multi-modal approach that includes manual therapies and
shoulder-specific exercises is the most effective non-invasive treatment approach for improving pain and
function. Journal of Clinical Medicine, July 2025
Mental Attitude: Heavy Grief Nearly Doubles Surviving Spouse’s Risk of Early Death. Among a group of
1,700 older adults who lost a spouse, researchers observed that intense, persistent grief is associated with an
88% increased mortality risk within a decade. The findings suggest that newly widowed adults, particularly
those with prior psychiatric vulnerability, may benefit from more comprehensive interventions to support grief
management and reduce related health risks. Frontiers in Public Health, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Polyphenols May Protect Against Leading Cause of Vision Loss. Polyphenols are
plant-derived compounds with potent antioxidant properties found abundantly in fruits, vegetables, herbs, and
spices. Research suggests that polyphenols such as resveratrol, curcumin, quercetin, and EGCG
(epigallocatechin gallate) can inhibit several pathways involved in the progression of age-related macular
degeneration, and a polyphenol-rich diet may help protect eye health.
Molecular Nutrition and Food Research, August 2025
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Health Alert: Three Lifestyle Traits for Better Metabolic Health. Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of
conditions—obesity, high blood pressure, abnormal cholesterol, impaired metabolic function, and excessive
waist circumference—that occur together and increase the risk of heart disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes. An
analysis of data from 52,516 adults found that walking for at least one hour a day, regularly eating breakfast,
and avoiding eating within two hours before bedtime were each associated with a 12% to 26% lower risk of
metabolic syndrome. Preventative Medicine Reports, August 2025
Diet: Eggs Likely Won’t Raise Cholesterol Levels. University of South Australia researchers report that
although eggs are high in cholesterol, eating two per day does not raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or bad)
cholesterol levels. In contrast, a high intake of saturated fat does increase LDL cholesterol.
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, July 2025
Exercise: Physical Activity May Protect Against Musculoskeletal Pain. Using data from the Copenhagen
City Heart Study, researchers found that engaging in higher levels of leisure time physical activity is associated
with both a lower risk for persistent musculoskeletal pain and pain in multiple body sites.
Scientific Reports, July 2025
Chiropractic: Hip Mobility May Contribute to Back-Related Disability. In a study of 1,239 chronic low
back pain patients, researchers found that those with limited hip mobility reported greater back-related
disability—even when lower back mobility was unaffected. The findings underscore the importance of a
holistic approach to managing musculoskeletal disorders, as factors beyond the area of chief complaint may
contribute to the condition and must be addressed for optimal outcomes. European Spine Journal, June 2025
Mental Attitude: Playing an Instrument May Keep the Brain Young. According to a recent study,
individuals who play an instrument have more youthful brains and are better at understanding speech in noisy
environments than their non-musician peers. The finding suggests that playing an instrument helps the brain
better adapt to aging. PLOS, July 2025
Wellness/Prevention: Malnutrition Dramatically Increases Sarcopenia Risk. Sarcopenia is a condition
characterized by the age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass, affecting approximately 12% of older adults. A
study that included 1,344 elderly adults found that more than 40% either had confirmed sarcopenia or likely had
sarcopenia. Further analysis revealed that malnutrition nearly triples the risk of sarcopenia while a diet featuring
animal protein, fruit, vegetables, and dairy products lowers the risk. Health Science Reports, July 2025
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