Medications
Opioids research finds overdose risk factors
New research from the University of Stirling has identified potential major risk factors leading to overdose in patients taking prescription medication.
Jun 28, 2021
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Health
Pet dogs could help older owners be more active
Owning a dog may help older adults to meet physical activity levels recommended by the World Health Organisation, according to a study published in the open access journal BMC Public Health. Health professionals could encourage ...
Jun 8, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Mobile phone use while pregnant not linked to child neurodevelopment problems
Mobile phone use during pregnancy is unlikely to have any adverse effects on child neurodevelopment, according to new research published in the open access journal BMC Public Health. These findings provide further evidence ...
Sep 5, 2017
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Psychology & Psychiatry
The art of being mentally healthy
Researchers at The University of Western Australia have found that engagement in the arts for enjoyment, entertainment or as a hobby, for two or more hours a week, is associated with good mental wellbeing.
Jan 11, 2016
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Climate change could see dengue fever come to Europe
Dengue fever could make headway in popular European holiday destinations if climate change continues on its predicted trajectory, according to research published in open access journal BMC Public Health.
Aug 22, 2014
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Vaccination
New tool assesses which countries need COVID-19 vaccines the most
A new scoring tool that helps to "transparently" prioritize which countries are in greatest need of COVID-19 vaccines, has been developed by a UCL-led team of researchers.
Sep 26, 2022
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Health
Health warning labels on alcohol and snacks may reduce consumption
Image-and-text health warning labels, similar to those on cigarette boxes, show potential for reducing the consumption of alcoholic drinks and energy-dense snacks, such as chocolate bars, according to a study published in ...
Apr 1, 2020
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Oncology & Cancer
Where women live influences decisions about breast cancer treatment
New joint research has found that the distance to cancer services may be influencing the treatment intentions of regional Queensland women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Jan 21, 2016
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Overweight & Obesity
Female gamers a new risk group for overweight
Young women who play computer games are a new risk group for developing overweight and obesity. This is the finding of a study that includes more than 2,500 Swedes in their twenties.
Sep 24, 2015
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Research suggests one way to prevent depression and anxiety is a strong sense of connection in high school
About 1 in 5 young Australians will experience a mental health problem like depression or anxiety each year. The COVID pandemic has only intensified mental health concerns in young people.
Dec 3, 2022
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