Health
Mobile app boosts weight loss by 15 pounds
Using a mobile app that tracks eating and activity helped people lose an average of 15 pounds and keep it off for at least a year, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study.
Dec 10, 2012
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Medical research
Cutting calories might help you live longer, but not without increased physical activity
Dietary restriction can slow age-related diseases and extend the lifespan of all species tested to date. Understanding this phenomenon might help people live longer, preferably without having to drastically limit calories. ...
Jul 3, 2012
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Pediatrics
What are puberty blockers? What are the benefits and risks for transgender children?
Puberty blockers are medications that stop the body from producing estrogen and testosterone. In the clinic, they're called gonadotropin-releasing hormone agonists (GnRHa).
Aug 30, 2024
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Addiction
Comprehensive review identifies three key concepts for recovery from substance use disorders
Certain concepts have a demonstrated basis for aiding recovery from dangerous alcohol or substance use, according to an analysis of scientific literature since 1990. Self-efficacy (a belief in one's ability to achieve a goal), ...
Aug 26, 2024
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Health
New study finds chronic high caffeine consumption may heighten risk for cardiovascular disease
From coffee to tea, caffeinated beverages are an integral part of morning routines across the globe, but these popular drinks can be harmful when enjoyed in excess. According to a new study presented at ACC Asia 2024 in Delhi, ...
Aug 15, 2024
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Swipe up! Health apps deliver real results en masse
In a new study in npj Digital Medicine, researchers synthesized data from 206,873 people across 47 studies, finding that digital health tools—like mobile apps, websites, and text messages—can significantly improve health ...
Aug 14, 2024
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Cardiology
Physical activity found to improve early with customized text messages in patients with heart problems
Exercise is one of the best ways to reduce your risk of heart disease or having a second cardiovascular event, such as a heart attack or stroke.
Jul 24, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Survey shows loneliness haunts over 1 in 5 people
Loneliness strikes more than a fifth of people worldwide, a new survey warns.
Jul 11, 2024
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Pediatrics
Disinterest in pediatric care leads to concern for the future of child health
The road leading to a career in pediatrics is becoming more deserted these days, and the decline in subspecialty interest has led to significant concerns regarding the ability of health care professionals to meet the growing ...
Jul 4, 2024
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Health
Study finds poor health, stress in 20s takes toll in 40s with lower cognition
Higher inflammation in young adulthood is linked to lower performance in skills testing in midlife. Young adults who have higher levels of inflammation, which is associated with obesity, physical inactivity, chronic illness, ...
Jul 3, 2024
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