Online medical misinformation is scarce, but older adults see most of it
Even as misinformation proliferates across the Internet, sites containing low-credibility health information remain relatively scarce and unseen.
Feb 14, 2026
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Education: News and Research on Education, Nonprofessional
MeSH tree: I02.233
Nigerian women and contraceptives: Study finds big gaps between the haves and the have-nots
Nigerian women who are wealthier, more educated and urban are more likely to use modern contraceptives than poorer, less educated and rural women. This is one of the findings of a study that assessed patterns of inequality ...
Feb 3, 2026
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Researchers identify effective strategies to increase diversity in Alzheimer's disease research
Researchers at Emory University have identified effective, community-driven strategies to increase participation by underrepresented populations in Alzheimer's disease research, according to a new study published in Alzheimer's ...
Jan 26, 2026
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Planning ahead in an age of longevity
Life expectancy in the United States has been rising over many decades, ushering in what experts describe as "an era of unprecedented longevity." This trend raises important questions about how people can best prepare for ...
Jan 26, 2026
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Researchers uncover hundreds of emojis in patient records
Analysis of 218.1 million notes from 1.6 million patients' electronic health records revealed growing use of emojis.
Jan 14, 2026
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Biophobia: Why some people hate nature—and what you can do about it
We're constantly told that spending time in nature is good for the body and the mind alike. A large body of research shows multiple health benefits from contact with nature, ranging from stress reduction to an improved immune ...
Dec 29, 2025
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Study finds fertility remains high in rural Tanzania despite access to family planning
Fertility rates in much of Sub-Saharan Africa remain high, despite declining child mortality and improved access to contraceptives and female education—factors that generally lead to smaller families and improved economic ...
Dec 19, 2025
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How autism rates are rising, and why that could lead to more inclusive communities
I can say from personal experience that being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder can feel very isolating. Increasingly, however, it's not unusual.
Oct 30, 2025
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Digital therapeutic approach to health literacy can enhance patients' engagement with educational materials
About 93% of U.S. adults access the internet, and 80% of those search for health information, despite low levels of proficiency in health literacy. In a new study, researchers have developed an automated approach to assess ...
Oct 9, 2025
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Barriers to physical activity in Scotland highlighted in new report calling for systemic reform
A new academic report from Abertay University and the University of the West of Scotland has highlighted challenges affecting physical activity in Scotland and calls for changes to the policy and funding landscape.
Sep 28, 2025
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