Wellness
Iron-Related Chronic Illness More Common in East Asian Adults
Recent research from Cornell University has revealed that individuals of East Asian descent are at a greater risk of developing elevated iron stores compared to those of Northern European descent,…
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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…
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Researchers Recommend Refrigerating Lettuce to Minimize E. coli Contamination Risk
Leafy green vegetables are crucial for their dietary fibre and nutrient content, yet they can harbour harmful pathogens. Lettuce is…
Surgical Intervention Enhances Quality of Life in Patients with Acoustic Neuroma: Study Findings
Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that employing an innovative surgical technique to…
Projected Population Shifts and Risk Factors Expected to Triple U.S. Cardiovascular Disease Costs by 2050
Driven by an increasingly diverse and ageing population, coupled with a significant rise in risk factors such as hypertension and…
Strategies to Tackle Homelessness Among Older Adults
Homelessness affects not only young people but also a growing number of older adults, as highlighted in an analysis in…
Revolutionising Cancer Treatment: Harnessing Targeted Nutrients for Therapeutic Success
An international team of researchers has pioneered a novel approach to combat cancer by leveraging nutrients to reawaken suppressed metabolic…
Duke-NUS research highlights prevalent use of physical restraints in home care for elderly individuals with dementia
A recent study by Duke-NUS Medical School has highlighted the widespread use of physical restraints among caregivers of older adults…
Exploring the Potential of Cancer Drug for Targeting Protein Links in Parkinson’s Disease
In a study involving genetically engineered mice, researchers from Johns Hopkins Medicine have identified a potential new target involving Aplp1,…
Sunlight’s Impact on Bottled Water Safety: Understanding the Risks of Plastic Exposure
A recent investigation has delved into the potential health hazards associated with the emission of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) from…