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Effects of vitamin D signaling in cardiovascular disease: centrality of macrophage polarization

Frontiers in Cardiovascular Medicine

Factors causing illness include genetic predisposition, aging, stress, chronic inflammation, environmental factors, declining autophagy, and endocrine abnormalities including insufficient vitamin D levels. Among the leading causes of natural death are cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and respiratory diseases.

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Long-Term Cognitive Decline After Subarachnoid Hemorrhage: Pathophysiology, Management, and Future Directions

Stroke Journal

Genetic predispositions have been associated with post-subarachnoid hemorrhage cognitive outcomes and emphasize a role for personalized care strategies. Other rehabilitation strategies that enhance cognitive reserve and pharmacological interventions are discussed about improving the quality of life in survivors.