October 5, 2025 7:52 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
A new study finds that the triglyceride-glucose (TyG) index—a simple measure of metabolic health—measured in umbilical cord blood may help predict poor health outcomes in newborns whose mothers have preeclampsia[1]. This marker, which reflects both glucose and fat metabolism, could help doctors identify higher-risk pregnancies earlier, allowing for closer monitoring and timely care[1]. For health-conscious Read more…
September 24, 2025 12:00 pm PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
A Texas program provided technical assistance to local public health and planning professionals to implement built environment changes that promote physical activity, such as improving active transportation infrastructure. This approach helped communities overcome barriers, foster collaboration, and build capacity to create environments that make walking, biking, and other physical activities easier and more accessible. Such Read more…
September 24, 2025 11:34 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
The Chronic Disease Indicators web tool has been updated with 113 standardized measures across 21 topic areas, offering enhanced interactive features like charts, maps, and state comparison reports. This modernization improves public access to state-level data on chronic diseases and risk factors, enabling individuals and policymakers to better track, understand, and address health risks. By Read more…
September 24, 2025 11:03 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
High blood pressure affects 1.4 billion people globally in 2024, but only about 20% have it controlled through medication or lifestyle changes, placing over a billion at risk of heart attacks, strokes, and premature death. Managing hypertension effectively can prevent millions of deaths annually and significantly reduce healthcare costs, highlighting the importance of regular blood Read more…
September 24, 2025 10:55 am PT by Jose Rossello, MD, PhD, MHCM - 0 comments
Timor-Leste has been certified malaria-free after successfully interrupting indigenous malaria transmission for at least three consecutive years, following a sustained national effort since 2002. This achievement highlights the effectiveness of strong political commitment, continuous investment, and community engagement in preventing malaria, reducing cases from over 223,000 in 2006 to zero since 2021. For health-conscious individuals, Read more…
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