Association of Hysterectomy With Hypertension Incidence in Korean Women: Insights from a Nationwide Cohort Study
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Association of Hysterectomy With Hypertension Incidence in Korean Women: Insights from a Nationwide Cohort Study

This nationwide Korean cohort study found that hysterectomy is associated with a modestly increased risk of developing hypertension in women aged 40 to 59 years, particularly in those with elevated post-surgical hemoglobin levels and after adnexa-sparing procedures.
Self-Monitoring of Blood Pressure With Mobile App Feedback Enhances Control and Adherence in Uncontrolled Hypertension: Insights From the SMART-BP Trial and Broader Evidence
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Self-Monitoring of Blood Pressure With Mobile App Feedback Enhances Control and Adherence in Uncontrolled Hypertension: Insights From the SMART-BP Trial and Broader Evidence

The SMART-BP trial demonstrates that a mobile app providing tailored feedback significantly improves systolic blood pressure reduction and drug adherence compared to self-monitoring alone, highlighting innovative digital solutions in hypertension management.
Unveiling the Impact of Pre-Clinical Alzheimer’s Disease on Blood Pressure: Insights from UK Biobank Mendelian Randomisation Studies
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Unveiling the Impact of Pre-Clinical Alzheimer’s Disease on Blood Pressure: Insights from UK Biobank Mendelian Randomisation Studies

This study presents compelling evidence that pre-clinical Alzheimer’s disease increases systolic blood pressure, using innovative Mendelian randomisation and parental dementia instruments in UK Biobank data. These findings highlight complex vascular interactions preceding clinical dementia.
Global Impact of Cardiovascular Risk Factors on Lifetime Cardiovascular Disease Burden and Mortality: A Comprehensive Evidence Synthesis
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Global Impact of Cardiovascular Risk Factors on Lifetime Cardiovascular Disease Burden and Mortality: A Comprehensive Evidence Synthesis

This review integrates data from over two million individuals globally, showing that absence of five key cardiovascular risk factors at age 50 confers a life expectancy advantage exceeding a decade, with midlife modification of hypertension and smoking yielding substantial gains in disease-free survival and overall longevity.
Clinical Therapeutic Value of Curcumin Supplementation in Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, Cognitive Function, Aging, and Neurodegenerative Disorders: A Synthesis of Recent Evidence
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Clinical Therapeutic Value of Curcumin Supplementation in Cardiovascular Disease, Diabetes, Cognitive Function, Aging, and Neurodegenerative Disorders: A Synthesis of Recent Evidence

Current evidence supports curcumin supplementation for reducing cardiovascular risk factors and preventing type 2 diabetes progression, with emerging potential in cognitive decline and aging-related degenerative diseases.
Protective Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Cardiovascular, Neurological, and Metabolic Health: An Evidence-Based Review
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Protective Effects of High-Intensity Interval Training on Cardiovascular, Neurological, and Metabolic Health: An Evidence-Based Review

This review synthesizes recent evidence demonstrating that high-intensity interval training (HIIT) confers cardiometabolic benefits, modulates microvascular and neural function, enhances insulin sensitivity, and improves mental health outcomes, underscoring its potential as a multifaceted therapeutic strategy.