Public Health
Study Uncovers Wide Life Expectancy Variations Across U.S. States
A major new study led by researchers at the Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) has revealed striking disparities in life expectancy across U.S. states and Washington, D.C., spanning more…
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Modest Improvements in Sleep, Nutrition, and Physical Activity Could Help Prevent Heart Attack and Stroke
New research suggests that making small improvements to sleep, diet, and physical activity—when done together—can…
Older Adults Who Cook Weekly May See a 30% Drop in Dementia Risk
Preparing a home-cooked meal at least once a week may reduce older adults’ risk of…
Newly Developed Mandarin Toolkit Helps Spot Early Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Asian Americans represent the fastest-growing segment of older adults in the United States, yet many…
Lingering Effects: How Early Substance Use Leaves Its Mark on the Brain
Young adults who frequently use substances may face lasting consequences for memory later in life,…
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Neighbourhood walkability linked to lower stress levels during COVID-19
A recent study from the University of New Hampshire has revealed that communities designed to be more walkable offered significant…
Stand More, Live Better: Research Reveals Heart Benefits After Menopause
A recent study from the University of California, San Diego suggests that the simple act of standing up more frequently…
Extensive Research Reveals How Flooding Uniquely Affects the Health of Older Adults
A new study analysing 17 years of Medicare hospitalisation records alongside major flood events has found a marked rise in…
Hearing Loss Diminishes Job and Income Opportunities for Young Americans
Hearing loss is the most common type of sensory impairment globally, affecting more individuals than vision loss or any other…
Extended humid-heat periods in eastern China pose rising health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as the elderly and children
When soaring temperatures coincide with high humidity, the atmosphere can become suffocating, resembling the oppressive heat of a sauna. According…
Global Study Finds Longer Survival Among People Diagnosed with Dementia
Survival prospects for individuals diagnosed with dementia have improved significantly in recent years, according to a major international study led…
Adult Survivors of Childhood Cancer Face Heightened Risk of Severe COVID-19 Outcomes
Individuals who survived cancer during childhood face a significantly heightened risk of developing severe illness from COVID-19, even many years…
Rethinking BMI as a Measure of Future Health Risk
A newly released study by the University of Florida Health has cast serious doubt on the effectiveness of Body Mass…