Public Health
Hospital-acquired infections linked to increased likelihood of dementia
A new study published in Volume 17, Issue 10 of Aging-US on 13 October 2025 offers compelling evidence that hospitalisation for infections may play a significant role in increasing long-term…
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Tick Defence: Prevention in Action
Few creatures are as widely disliked as ticks. Despite their small size, these parasites have…
Smartphone Technology for Heart Rhythm Monitoring May Cut Healthcare Spending
A new study published in JAMA Cardiology shows that smartphone-based heart rhythm monitoring from home…
Microplastics Disrupt the Immune Response to Allergens
Tiny fragments of plastic are now found almost everywhere in our environment—from the air we…
Building Longer, Healthier Lives Through Public Health and Longevity Care
A new editorial published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on May 18, 2026, explores how…
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Bringing Toxoplasmosis Into Focus: A Global Call for Recognition
An estimated one-third of the world’s population carries the Toxoplasma parasite, yet the serious health consequences of infection remain widely…
Study Finds Paid Paternal Leave Supports Fathers’ Mental Well-Being
A new study from Northwestern University and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago has found that paid…
UK Heatwaves Highlight Growing Risks for Older and Vulnerable Adults
Older adults, care home residents, and people living in poor-quality housing are facing increasing risks from extreme heat, according to…
The Role of Heart Health in Severe COVID-19 Outcomes During the Pandemic
Better heart health before the COVID-19 pandemic was associated with a substantially lower risk of severe COVID-19 outcomes, according to…
Replacing Red Meat with Salmon May Improve Health and Cut Carbon Emissions
New research from the University of Bristol and the University of Southampton suggests that replacing one beef steak with salmon…
Building Longer, Healthier Lives Through Public Health and Longevity Care
A new editorial published in Volume 18 of Aging-US on May 18, 2026, explores how public health systems may need…
Summer Sunshine Not Enough to Close Vitamin D Gap in Vulnerable Groups
Vitamin D levels remain low throughout the year among key at-risk groups in England, challenging the widely held belief that…
Not a Safe Alternative: Research Shows Herbal Cigarettes Are as Harmful as Tobacco Cigarettes
Herbal cigarettes are often marketed as natural, tobacco-free, and even therapeutic alternatives to conventional cigarettes. However, a new study by…