Time in nature may help older adults with improved health, purpose in life
Over time, research has demonstrated that spending time in nature confers psychological, emotional and physical benefits.
Feb 24, 2023
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Over time, research has demonstrated that spending time in nature confers psychological, emotional and physical benefits.
Feb 24, 2023
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Government data show that approximately 7.2 million women in the United States have substance use disorders (SUDs) and almost 20 million reported illicit substance use in the past year. New research suggests that trauma leads ...
Feb 22, 2023
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Older adults living with food insecurity are more likely to experience malnutrition, depression and physical limitations that affect how they live. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is the largest federally ...
Feb 17, 2023
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As Valentine's Day approaches, the mind naturally turns to love—and chocolate. To learn more about chocolate and its effects on us, we spoke with Joshua Lambert, professor of food science at Penn State. Lambert's research ...
Feb 13, 2023
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The Puerto Rican population is aging rapidly, with the percentage of older adults on the island the 10th highest in the world. Penn State researchers are discovering, for the first time, the causes of population aging and ...
Feb 13, 2023
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COVID-19 survivors have a 66% higher risk of developing type 1 or type 2 diabetes following their diagnosis compared to those not diagnosed with COVID-19, according to a study by Penn State College of Medicine researchers. ...
Feb 13, 2023
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Movies, books and podcasts have popularized the stories of serial killers like Ted Bundy and John Wayne Gacy, but they also have contributed to the longstanding myth that women are incapable of committing such heinous crimes. ...
Feb 9, 2023
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The 150 minutes of moderate to intense aerobic activity per week that is recommended by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services can significantly reduce liver fat, according to new research by Penn State College ...
Feb 8, 2023
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Kenya has one of the world's highest maternal mortality rates, and more than one-third of the country's maternal and neonatal deaths are due to delays in mothers seeking care. A new tool developed by a team of researchers ...
Feb 7, 2023
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On a top 10 list of things to do, getting your cholesterol level checked likely doesn't make the cut—but no matter your age, knowing your numbers can be a crucial factor in overall health.
Feb 2, 2023
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