Wellness
Genetic Insights into Lyme Disease: Enhancing Diagnostic and Treatment Approaches
A comprehensive genetic analysis of the bacteria responsible for Lyme disease has the potential to revolutionise the way we diagnose, treat, and prevent this increasingly prevalent tick-borne illness. By charting…
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Older Adults Using Hearing Aids Effectively May Face Lower Dementia Risk, HKUMed Study Finds
Researchers from the School of Public Health at the Li Ka Shing Faculty of Medicine…
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…
Tomato and Soy Juice Combination Shows Anti-Inflammatory Benefits in Obese Adults
A tomato-soy juice enriched with plant compounds linked to health benefits significantly reduced markers of…
Handwriting Speed May Signal Early Cognitive Decline in Older Adults
Handwriting is a complex activity that depends on both fine motor skills and higher-level cognitive…
Wellness
Limited Access to Air Conditioning Could Heighten Emergency Care Demands Due to Wildfire Smoke Exposure
According to a recent study by the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH), individuals with restricted access to air…
Combating Superbugs with a Dash of Turmeric
In 2017, a heart-rending episode unfolded at a hospital in Nevada. A woman who had been admitted with pneumonia tragically…
Congested Roads, Quick Meals: Research Connects Traffic Jams to Poor Dietary Choices
Have you ever been more tempted to grab fast food for dinner after a long, frustrating commute? You are not…
Strong Association Detected Between Heme Iron in Red Meat and Increased Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
A recent study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers has further substantiated the connection between higher consumption…
Brown Adipose Tissue Enhances Athletic Performance and Supports Healthy Ageing
A recent study published on December 18, 2024, in the journal Aging, officially referred to as “Aging (Albany NY)” in…
Higher Incidence of Suicidal Behaviour Among Construction Workers
Male construction workers exhibit a 50 per cent elevated risk of engaging in suicide attempts and actual suicides, as evidenced…
Recent research connects sugary beverages to millions of diabetes and heart disease incidents worldwide
A recent study conducted by researchers at the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy…
Recent Research Shows That Sleep Helps Block Intrusive Memories
The relationship between inadequate sleep and mental health issues may stem from impairments in brain areas responsible for blocking undesirable…
