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Impact of Extreme Temperatures on Stroke Mortality in Low-Income Countries
A study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health has identified a significant association between extreme temperatures and increased risks of death from both ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke.…
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The Way Children Talk May Predict Future Mental Health Challenges
Researchers have found that the way children speak about stressful experiences may help predict their…
Unsafe Living Environments Elevate Fall Risk for Seniors
Older adults living in homes with electrical or plumbing problems, limited living space, or poor…
Can Eating Less Protein Promote Healthy Ageing?
Protein-fortified foods are now common, appearing in products ranging from breakfast cereals and coffee to…
Financial Instability Associated with Faster Brain Ageing
Persistent financial hardship is associated with faster cognitive decline and poorer brain health in later…
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Exercise Mitigates the Death Risk Linked to Prolonged Sitting in Adults Diagnosed with Diabetes
A new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health has found that adults with diabetes who adhere to…
Research Reveals Improved Sleep Linked to Reduced Loneliness
A study slated for presentation at the SLEEP 2024 annual meeting has revealed significant findings on the correlation between improved…
Public Health Initiatives Aimed at Reducing Dementia Risk Could Potentially Save the UK Economy Up to £4 Billion
Public health interventions aimed at reducing dementia risk factors could potentially save up to £4 billion in England by lowering…
Alcohol Consumption in Elderly Doubles Risk of Brain Hemorrhage Due to Falls
Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and non-fatal injuries in older adults across the United States, also topping…
Recent Research Emphasises Worldwide Inequalities in Mobility Restrictions and Utilisation of Assistive Technologies
A recent investigation involving over 175,000 individuals across 25 nations has revealed that people in low—and middle-income countries encounter more…
Urban Parks and Waterways Associated with Reduced Coronary Artery Calcification
Access to urban green and blue spaces significantly reduces the likelihood of coronary artery calcification among middle-aged individuals, serving as…
Adapting homes for stroke survivors enhances safety and prolongs autonomy
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States experiences a stroke, during which the brain's blood supply is interrupted. For…
Unmanaged Hypertension: The Classic ‘Silent Killer’ Continues to Threaten
In both the United States and across the globe, cardiovascular disease stands as the primary preventable cause of premature mortality…