Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Julita Tokarek, Emilian Budny, Maciej Saar, Kamila Stanczak, Ewa Wojtanowska, Ewelina Mlynarska, Jacek Rysz, Beata Franczyk
Summary: Cardiovascular diseases and diabetes mellitus have high morbidity and mortality rates, and they are closely linked with inflammation playing a significant role. SGLT-2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists have a positive impact on both diseases. Furthermore, the composition of the gut microbiota can affect the progression of these conditions.
Review
Environmental Sciences
Lei Zhao, Qisijing Liu, Yaning Jia, Huishu Lin, Yuanyuan Yu, Xuemei Chen, Ziquan Liu, Weixia Li, Tao Fang, Wenbing Jiang, Jianfeng Zhang, Huanhuan Cui, Penghui Li, Hongyu Li, Shike Hou, Liqiong Guo
Summary: This review and meta-analysis investigated the associations between exposure to organophosphate pesticides (Ops) and respiratory diseases, diabetes mellitus (DM), and cardiovascular diseases (CVDs). The results showed a significant positive association between OP exposure and respiratory diseases and DM, but no significant association with CVD.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Yu-Jie Liu, Meng-Yuan Miao, Jia-Min Wang, Quan Tang, Wen-Wen Han, Yi-Ping Jia, Hao-Wei Tao, Yan Zheng, Rob M. van Dam, Li-Qiang Qin, Guo-Chong Chen
Summary: The relationship between coffee consumption and diabetes-related vascular complications is examined in this study. Moderate coffee consumption (2-4 cups/day) is associated with a lower risk of various cardiovascular diseases and chronic kidney disease in individuals with type 2 diabetes who have never smoked.
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Ronald B. Goldberg, Trevor J. Orchard, Jill P. Crandall, Edward J. Boyko, Matthew Budoff, Dana Dabelea, Kishore M. Gadde, William C. Knowler, Christine G. Lee, David M. Nathan, Karol Watson, Marinella Temprosa
Summary: The study found that neither lifestyle intervention nor metformin reduced the incidence of major cardiovascular events over a 21-year period, despite their long-term diabetes prevention effects. It is possible that the provision of group lifestyle intervention to all participants, extensive use of statin and antihypertensive agents outside the study, and a decrease in the use of study metformin over time may have diluted the effects of these interventions.
Review
Nutrition & Dietetics
Rajiv Balakrishna, Tonje Bjornerud, Mitra Bemanian, Dagfinn Aune, Lars T. Fadnes
Summary: This umbrella review presents comprehensive evidence on the association between nut consumption and the risk of cardiovascular disease, cancers, diabetes, and mortality. Consuming nuts is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases and mortality, but the association with diabetes incidence is inconclusive.
ADVANCES IN NUTRITION
(2022)
Review
Biochemistry & Molecular Biology
Zubair Hussain, Junaid Iqbal, Hongcai Liu, Hou-De Zhou
Summary: A high level of lipoprotein (a) in the plasma is associated with cardiovascular diseases and is considered an independent predictor of certain diseases. Recent studies have shown that the concentration levels of Lp(a) in the Chinese population differ from other populations. In China, higher levels of Lp(a) are linked to an increased risk of various cardiovascular diseases, including coronary heart disease, aortic valve stenosis, thrombosis, and stroke. Additionally, Lp(a) might also play a role in metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and cancers.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF BIOLOGICAL MACROMOLECULES
(2023)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Inha Jung, Hyemi Kwon, Se Eun Park, Kyung-Do Han, Yong-Gyu Park, Yang-Hyun Kim, Eun-Jung Rhee, Won-Young Lee
Summary: Studies have shown that comorbid depression in patients with diabetes increases the risk of cardiovascular disease and mortality. It is important to pay more attention to diabetic patients with depressive symptoms.
DIABETES & METABOLISM JOURNAL
(2021)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Hyun-Jin Kim, Kwang-il Kim
Summary: This review discusses the optimal blood pressure targets for patients with diabetes mellitus and summarizes the recommendations from different guidelines. A target blood pressure of <140/90 mm Hg is recommended, and <130/80 mm Hg for patients with diabetes mellitus who have high-risk clinical features.
DIABETES & METABOLISM JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Haojie Zhang, Jingsi Chen, Chi Chen, Heng Wan, Yi Chen, Yuying Wang, Wen Zhang, Bo Chen, Ningjian Wang, Yingli Lu
Summary: The study revealed a positive association between phthalate exposure and CVD in Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. Additionally, CVD risk factors did not significantly mediate this connection.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE AND POLLUTION RESEARCH
(2021)
Article
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
A. M. Wegeberg, T. Okdahl, S. Riahi, N. Ejskjaer, F. Pociot, J. Storling, B. Brock, C. Brock
Summary: This study found that increased serum levels of IL-12/IL-23p40 and ICAM-1 were associated with decreased heart rate variability in type 2 diabetes patients, while VEGF-C levels were related to response to standing. The results suggest significant associations between neurocardiac regulation and serum markers, indicating potential systemic changes in inflammation, endothelial, and lymphatic function that collectively impact cardiovascular function. Further exploration of IL-12/IL-23p40, ICAM-1, and VEGF-C as cardiovascular biomarkers in type 2 diabetes is warranted for potential improvement in patient care strategies.
CARDIOVASCULAR DIABETOLOGY
(2022)
Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Catherine Kim
Summary: Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of mortality in women and men with diabetes. Postmenopausal women with diabetes are at increased risk of coronary heart disease events due to age and worsened risk factors. Studies on the beneficial impact of estrogen therapy on cardiovascular disease markers and events are conflicting, and currently estrogen therapy is only recommended for symptom management.
DIABETES & METABOLISM JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kalkidan Hassen Abate, Getachew Arage, Habtamu Hassen, Jemal Abafita, Tefera Belachew
Summary: In the past decade, there has been a rapid increase in the prevalence of diabetes among adults in low-income countries. This study investigates the potential effects of prenatal famine exposure on adulthood blood glucose level. The findings show a positive association between prenatal famine exposure and blood glucose levels in adulthood, highlighting the importance of effective overweight/obesity prevention programs to minimize the impact of early famine exposure on blood glucose control.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2022)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Qiong Nie, Li Qin, Wei Yan, Qiang Luo, Tao Ying, Han Wang, Jing Wu
Summary: This study aimed to develop a predictive model for diabetes mellitus in patients with idiopathic inflammatory myopathies (IIMs). A predictive nomogram was drawn based on regression analysis and clinical relationship, including predictors such as age, gender, hypertension, uric acid, and serum creatinine. This predictive model demonstrated good risk assessment and clinical usefulness.
FRONTIERS IN ENDOCRINOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Peripheral Vascular Disease
Shishir Rao, Yikuan Li, Milad Nazarzadeh, Dexter Canoy, Mohammad Mamouei, Abdelaali Hassaine, Gholamreza Salimi-Khorshidi, Kazem Rahimi
Summary: A study using deep learning modeling found a monotonic relationship between systolic blood pressure and risk of cardiovascular events in patients with diabetes, without evidence of a J-shaped relationship.
Review
Cardiac & Cardiovascular Systems
Clyve Yu Leon Yaow, Bryan Chong, Yip Han Chin, Martin Tze Wah Kueh, Cheng Han Ng, Kai En Chan, Ansel Shao Pin Tang, Charlotte Chung, Rachel Goh, Gwyneth Kong, Mark Muthiah, Indah Sukmawati, Antonia Anna Lukito, Mark Y. Chan, Chin Meng Khoo, Anurag Mehta, Mamas A. Mamas, Georgios K. Dimitriadis, Nicholas W. S. Chew
Summary: Previous studies have shown that females with type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) may have excess mortality risk compared to their male counterparts. This umbrella review demonstrates that females with T2DM have a higher risk of cardiovascular outcomes than their male counterparts.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PREVENTIVE CARDIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Pediatrics
France Portrait, Marco Hoozemans, Bernard van den Berg
JOURNAL OF PAEDIATRICS AND CHILD HEALTH
(2019)
Article
Economics
Kristina Thompson, Maarten Lindeboom, France Portrait
ECONOMICS & HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2019)
Article
Parasitology
Gerardo A. Zavala, Colleen M. Doak, France Portrait, Jaap C. Seidell, Olga P. Garcia, Jorge L. Rosado, Tatina Jarquin, Katja Polman, Maiza Campos-Ponce
PARASITOLOGY INTERNATIONAL
(2019)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Benjamin H. Salampessy, Ward R. Bijlsma, Eric van der Hijden, Xander Koolman, France R. M. Portrait
BMJ QUALITY & SAFETY
(2020)
Article
Economics
Kristina Thompson, Xander Koolman, France Portrait
Summary: Adult body height is significantly associated with marital outcomes, with taller men more likely to be married and married at younger ages. However, while height affects the likelihood of marriage, other factors play a more important role in determining the timing of marriage.
ECONOMICS & HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Benjamin H. Salampessy, France R. M. Portrait, Marianne Donker, Ismail Ismail, Eric J. E. van der Hijden
Summary: Patients foregoing healthcare due to costs has become more prevalent. Income and financial leeway are important factors influencing the decision to forgo healthcare. Additionally, financial barriers, complex design of cost-sharing programs, individual considerations, and lack of control over treatment choices also play a role in patient's decision-making.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Family Studies
Kristina Thompson, Vincent Tassenaar, Sietske Wiersma, France Portrait
Summary: This study examines the determinants and consequences of female adult height by investigating the relationships between early-life environmental conditions and adult height, as well as between adult height and mortality. The findings suggest that factors such as region of birth, population size of municipality at birth, parental socio-economic status, and religion are associated with adult height. Surprisingly, the study also reveals that taller vagrant women have higher probabilities of dying earlier compared to those within a certain height range.
HISTORY OF THE FAMILY
(2023)
Article
Family Studies
Kristina Thompson, France Portrait
Summary: There appears to be a relationship between height and labor market outcomes, with taller individuals more likely to have better jobs and higher earnings, particularly among men. However, whether height causally affects labor market outcomes is still uncertain. This study fills a gap by using instrumental variable (IV) analysis to examine the relationships between height, occupational status, and intergenerational mobility in a sample of Dutch men born between 1850 and 1900. Preliminary evidence suggests that there may be a causal relationship between height and labor market outcomes during this time period.
HISTORY OF THE FAMILY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Benjamin H. Salampessy, David Ikkersheim, France R. M. Portrait, Xander Koolman
Summary: Study findings show that patients highly value quality information in hospital choice, but in practice, they tend to choose the nearest hospital. General Practitioners (GPs) play a major role in influencing patient choices.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Sander Steenhuis, Geeske Hofstra, France Portrait, Fatima Amankour, Xander Koolman, Eric van der Hijden
Summary: The study examines the variation in claims-based costs of post-discharge primary care physical therapy (PT) utilization after total knee and hip arthroplasties (TKA/THA) for osteoarthritis patients. The enabling factor of having supplementary insurance coverage is found to be the strongest predictor for post-discharge PT utilization.
BMC HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Economics
Kristina Thompson, France Portrait, Maarten Lindeboom
Summary: This study explored the relationship between height and fertility outcomes among the Dutch population. The findings suggest that there is a curvilinear relationship between height and fertility, with shorter individuals having a higher probability of being married and having more children. Paternal height was not found to be related to infant survival overall, but taller height was associated with a decreased risk of high-mortality families among men born between 1880 and 1900.
ECONOMICS & HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Maarten D. H. Vink, France R. M. Portrait, Tim C. van Wezep, Xander Koolman, Ben W. Mol, Marlies Y. Bongers, Eric J. E. van der Hijden
Summary: Considerable practice variation exists among Dutch hospitals in the stepped care approach to idiopathic HMB. Improving adherence to this approach could improve quality of care and reduce costs.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY AND REPRODUCTIVE BIOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Economics
Kristina Thompson, France Portrait, Linda Schoonmade
Summary: Taller people tend to earn more money, known as the height premium. However, it is uncertain whether the height premium is universal or varies in different contexts. A systematic review of literature was conducted, including 42 studies in a narrative synthesis and 17 studies in a meta-analysis. Findings suggest that the height premium varies by context, with smaller premiums in the US and Australia, and larger premiums in Latin America and Asia. Gender differences in the height premium also exist, with men having a potentially larger advantage. Cultural factors, labor market structures, and biology may contribute to the strength of the height premium.
ECONOMICS & HUMAN BIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
France Portrait, Yvonne Krabbe-Alkemade, Tjerk Budding, Marcel Canoy
Summary: This paper examines the impact of fiscal distress of municipalities on cost-shifting behavior to the central long-term care system in the Netherlands. The findings suggest that municipalities with fiscal distress in social care have higher percentages of applications for centrally funded long-term care, while also observing a positive correlation between application percentages and rejections.
Article
Economics
Katalin Gaspar, France Portrait, Eric van der Hijden, Xander Koolman
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF HEALTH ECONOMICS
(2020)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Samantha Horn, Yana Litovsky, George Loewenstein
Summary: This study suggests that curiosity can be a useful tool in increasing demand for and engagement with aversive health information. By manipulating curiosity through various methods, researchers found that participants were more likely to view and engage with information about their drinking habits, cancer risk, and the sugar content in drinks. Overall, curiosity prompts provide a simple and effective way to increase engagement with aversive health information.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sandra Gillner
Summary: Despite high expectations, the extensive and rapid adoption of AI in medical diagnostics has not been realized. This study investigates the perception and navigation of AI providers in complex healthcare systems, revealing their self-organization to increase adaptability and the practices utilized to mitigate tensions within the healthcare subsystems.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fabian Duartea, Alvaro Jimenez-Molina
Summary: This study found that violence related to social protest has a significant impact on depressive symptoms, leading to an increase in depression among the population in Chile. The effect varies by gender and age, with a stronger influence on men and young adults.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nick Graetz, Carl Gershenson, Sonya R. Porter, Danielle H. Sandler, Emily Lemmerman, Matthew Desmond
Summary: Investments in stable, affordable housing may be an important tool for improving population health. This study, using administrative data, found that high rent burden, increases in rent burden during midlife, and evictions were associated with increased mortality.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wan Wei
Summary: This study explores the phenomenon of other patient participation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), uncovering the various roles that third parties can assume during medical interactions. The findings contribute to existing research on patient resistance and triadic medical interactions, providing insights into the dynamics and implications of third-party involvement in medical consultations.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Harry Scarbrough, Katie Rose M. Sanfilippo, Alexandra Ziemann, Charitini Stavropoulou
Summary: This paper examines the contribution of pilot implementation studies to the wider spread and sustainability of innovation in healthcare systems. Through an empirical examination of an innovation intermediary organization in the English NHS, the study finds that their work in mobilizing pilot-based evidence involves configuring to context, transitioning evidence, and managing the transition. The findings contribute to theory by showing how intermediary roles can support the effective transitioning of pilot-based evidence, leading to more widespread adoption and sustainability of innovation.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Marta Seiz, Leire Salazar, Tatiana Eremenko
Summary: This study examines the impact of maternal educational selection on birth outcomes during an economic recession, and finds that more educated mothers are more likely to give birth during high unemployment periods. Additionally, maternal education mitigates the adverse effects of unemployment on birth outcomes and is consistently associated with better perinatal health.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingyuan Shi, Hye Kyung Kim, Charles T. Salmon, Edson C. Tandoc Jr, Zhang Hao Goh
Summary: This study examines the influence of individual and collective norms on COVID-19 vaccination intention across eight Asian countries. The findings reveal nuanced patterns of how individual and collective social norms influence health behavioral decisions, depending on the degree of cultural tightness-looseness.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elliot Friedman, Melissa Franks, Elizabeth Teas, Patricia A. Thomas
Summary: This study found that positive relations with others have a significant impact on functional limitations and longevity in aging adults, independent of social integration and social support.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhuolin Pan, Yuqi Liu, Ye Liu, Ziwen Huo, Wenchao Han
Summary: This study examines the effects of age-friendly neighbourhood environment and functional abilities on life satisfaction among older adults in urban China. The findings highlight the importance of transportation, housing, and social and physical environment factors in influencing functional abilities and life satisfaction. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers in enhancing older adults' life satisfaction in the Chinese urban context.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)