Sleep Study: MedlinePlus Medical Test
What is a sleep study?
A sleep study, also known as polysomnography, is a test that measures and records different body functions while you sleep. These include:
The test is used to diagnose sleep disorders. Sleep disorders are conditions that cause problems with sleeping. These include trouble falling asleep, getting too much sleep, and irregular […]
La autopercepción de la posición social podría afectar la salud cardiovascular de los adultos hispanos o latinos

Puntos destacados de la investigación:
- La percepción que los adultos hispanos o latinos de EE. UU. tienen de su propia posición social en relación con la población general podría ser un factor determinante de su salud cardiovascular general.
- La autoubicación en una posición más elevada […]
Self-perceived social standing may affect cardiovascular health of Hispanic/Latino adults

Research Highlights:
- How Hispanic/Latino adults in the U.S. perceive their own social standing relative to the general population may be an important factor contributing to their overall cardiovascular health.
- Higher self-ranking on the social ladder was associated with improved levels of body mass index, […]
Fatigue Before Treatment Starts Might Affect Cancer Survival
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New Drug Might Be Non-Surgical Option for Common Skin Cancers
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What Is B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (B-cell ALL)?
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What Are the Best Foods to Fight Lung Cancer? Cancer Diet
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Eating more plant foods may lower heart disease risk in young adults, older women

Research Highlights:
- Eating a plant-centered diet during young adulthood is associated with a lower risk of heart disease in middle age, according to a long-term study with about 30 years of follow-up.
- A separate study with about 15 years of follow-up found that eating […]
How Did the Pandemic Affect Cancer Clinical Trials?
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UPDATED: Cutting 200 calories daily and exercising may improve heart health in obese older adults

Research Highlights:
- Among older adults with obesity, combining aerobic exercise with moderate reductions in total daily calories led to greater improvements in vascular health compared to exercise alone.
- Reducing calorie intake by approximately 200 calories per day may lead to significant weight loss and […]