Health Alert: Narcolepsy Linked to Elevated Cardiovascular Disease Risk. Narcolepsy is a chronic neurological
disorder that disrupts the brain’s ability to regulate sleep-wake cycles, causing excessive daytime sleepiness and
sudden, uncontrollable episodes of sleep. An analysis of data that included 22,293 narcolepsy patients revealed the
condition is associated with an elevated risk for several cardiovascular disease risk factors including hypertension,
diabetes, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and hyperlipidemia, even in young adults, regardless of any medications
used to regulate their sleep. Journal of the American Heart Association, April 2025
Diet: Dietary Changes May Reduce Risk of Tinnitus. Tinnitus is the perception of ringing, buzzing, or other
sounds in the ears or head without an external sound source. An analysis of data concerning more than 300,000
people revealed an association between a higher intake of fruits, dairy, fiber, and caffeine and a lower risk for
tinnitus. The researchers suspect these food choices may lower inflammation and protect the nerves related to
auditory function. BMJ, March 2025
Exercise: Fitness Recommendations for New Mothers. Following a review of findings from 574 studies, a panel
of health experts has updated fitness guidelines for new moms to include engaging in at least 120 minutes of
moderate-to-vigorous physical activity a week and daily pelvic floor muscle training.
British Journal of Sports Medicine, March 2025
Chiropractic: Try Chiropractic First for Low Back Pain! A review of Medicare claims data concerning 3,042
older adults treated for an acute episode of low back pain revealed that those who initially received
nonpharmacologic therapies—such as chiropractic care—were 87% less likely to subsequently be hospitalized in
relation to an opioid overdose. Journal of Integrative and Complementary Medicine, April 2025
Mental Attitude: Retiring Abroad Could Lead to Loneliness. A study that monitored Dutch retirees found that
those who moved to another country during retirement were more likely to feel social isolation, despite having better
health and financial stability than their peers who remained in the Netherlands, unless they actively maintained
relationships with friends and family and worked to integrate into their new communities.
Psychology and Aging, March 2025
Wellness/Prevention: An Alternative to Invasive Bladder Tests for Women with Incontinence? While invasive
bladder pressure tests are presently the standard for diagnosing and treating complex or unclear urinary incontinence
in women, a recent study found that a comprehensive clinical assessment—including medical history, bladder
diaries, and physical exams—is likely just as effective, which can help make this process more accessible and less
distressing for female patients. The Lancet, March 2025
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