Wellness
How does climate change impact eczema?
In a comprehensive analysis of all pertinent studies that examined the relationship between atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema) and climate-related hazards stemming from greenhouse gas emissions, researchers identified both…
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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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New Research Indicates Viewing Natural Landscapes May Alleviate Pain
A recent neuroimaging study has made a significant discovery: observing natural environments can alleviate the sensation of pain by reducing…
Recent Research Indicates That Routine Exercise Before Hospitalisation Enhances Recovery in Heart Failure Cases
Heart failure remains a significant health issue, particularly among older populations, where it notably raises mortality rates and drastically reduces…
Can Artificial Intelligence Aid in the Detection of Cognitive Impairment?
Mild cognitive impairment (MCI) serves as an early warning signal for potential Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Recognising such cognitive declines…
Evaluating Pain, Anxiety, and Additional Symptoms in Non-Verbal Nursing Home Residents
Up to fifty per cent of nursing home residents suffer from cognitive impairments, rendering them unable to verbally communicate their…
Controlling Your Diabetes to Avoid Related Vision Impairments
Diabetes impacts over 10% of adults globally, accompanying a rise in vision-threatening diabetic retinal disease (DRD). Alarmingly, DRD is the…
Online Initiative Enhances Stability and Strengthens Older Adults, Reducing Falls
Researchers at the University of California San Diego have presented promising results from evaluating "Strong Foundations," a digital fall prevention…
Offspring of Mothers Who Smoked or Were Obese More Likely to Be Obese in Adulthood
A study by researchers, including Glenna Nightingale from the University of Edinburgh, UK, reveals that factors outside an individual's control,…
New Study Finds That Incorporating Smoking Cessation Support into Talking Therapies Increases Quit Rates
A recent study conducted by the University of Bath, supported by Cancer Research UK and released on No Smoking Day…