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Study finds social-media break has significant impact on young women's body image
There's a large and growing body of evidence pointing to potentially negative impacts of social media on mental health, from its addictive nature to disruptions in sleep patterns to effects on body image. Now, a new study ...
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Long-term follow-up reports key findings and clinical messages from largest study of women's health in the US
Researchers from the Brigham and colleagues report on the long-term follow-up of the largest study of women's health in the U.S., shedding light on the role of menopausal hormone therapy, calcium and vitamin D supplementation, ...
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Women without children are significantly more physically active than mothers, study finds
Mothers in Denmark are at a 24% higher risk of not getting enough exercise compared to women in the same age group who have not given birth.
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Researchers examine experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ parents and caregivers who use support services for young children
The health care sector plays a vital role in supporting early childhood development and providing resources to parents and caregivers, to ensure their children are thriving. However, parents who identify as Two-Spirit (2S) ...
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Study shows the dramatic impact of extreme poverty on mortality in a racially diverse low-income population
During the past 40 years, the gap between rich and poor Americans has continued to widen in terms of health and mortality, as well as income.
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How to stay sun-safe this summer
Clear skies, warm days and free time set the stage for more people being active during the approaching summer months. A dermatologist at Baylor College of Medicine reminds outdoor enthusiasts about the importance of protecting ...
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Can Connections and Wordle games from the New York Times improve cognitive function as you age?
Every day, millions of people across the globe fill their morning commute or lunch break with New York Times games such as Wordle or Connections.
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Keeping the noise down for ICU patients
New research by Edith Cowan University (ECU) and Fiona Stanley Hospital aims to decrease noise levels in intensive care units (ICUs) by implementing improvements in acoustic design.
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'Stop sign' disclosures on ultra-processed food found to have a positive effect
Marketing researchers at the University of Arkansas examined the usefulness of "stop sign" disclosures on ultra-processed food packaging and found that such warnings can counterbalance positive—and possibly misleading or ...
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Walking for transport at least once a week may help some older people live longer
Older adults who walked for transport instead of taking a car, at least once a week, lived longer than those who didn't, Monash University-led research has found.
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Pasteurized donor milk may lose essential hormones
Pre-term babies consuming donor breast milk may be missing out on important hormones, such as melatonin, which are crucial for healthy infant development according to La Trobe University research.
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Three ways to protect your heart and brain
Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. has a stroke and 1 in 4 stroke survivors will have another one. During May, American Stroke Month, the American Stroke Association, a division of the American Heart Association, is raising ...
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Organic walnuts tied to serious E. coli illnesses
Organic walnuts from a California grower that were distributed to health food and co-op stores in 19 states have been linked to serious cases of E. coli illness, federal officials reported Tuesday.
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Brief anger may impair blood vessel function, says new research
A brief episode of anger triggered by remembering past experiences may negatively impact the blood vessels' ability to relax, which is essential for proper blood flow, according to new research published in the Journal of ...
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EPA clamps down on deadly toxin found in paint strippers
A toxin found in paint strippers that's responsible for 85 U.S. deaths over the past five decades will be phased out for many uses, under an Environmental Protection Agency rule finalized Tuesday.
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Life expectancy in two disadvantaged areas in England higher than expected
Better than expected life expectancy in two disadvantaged areas in England is probably due to population change according to local residents and professionals.
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Five reasons your blood pressure medication isn't working
Keeping your blood pressure in check is a good way to lower your risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney disease. So, you follow orders, take your prescribed medication, and proudly accept your doctor's praise when the ...
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Exposed to Agent Orange at US bases, veterans face cancer without VA compensation
As a young GI at Fort Ord in Monterey County, California, Dean Osborn spent much of his time in the oceanside woodlands, training on soil and guzzling water from streams and aquifers now known to be contaminated with cancer-causing ...
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New survey finds 75% of Americans feel mental health takes back seat to physical health within US health care system
Three-quarters of Americans feel that mental health conditions are identified and treated with much less care than physical health issues within the U.S. health care system, even as more than 80% perceive a dramatic rise ...
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US to reclassify cannabis as low-risk drug, in major shift
US President Joe Biden's administration is set to reclassify marijuana as a less dangerous drug, an official said Tuesday—a historic shift that would bring federal policy more in line with public opinion.
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