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Updated drug information handout outdoes FDA's version in clinical trial
A clinical trial comparing a one-page medication handout proposed by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) with a…
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Air pollution clouds the mind and makes everyday tasks challenging, researchers discover
People's ability to interpret emotions or focus on performing a task is reduced by short-term exposure to particula…
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Tattoo inks: How much color gets into the body?
In a new clinical study, scientists from the German Federal Institute for Risk Assessment (BfR) have traced the path an…
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'Good' cholesterol may be linked to heightened glaucoma risk among over 55s
"Good" (HDL) cholesterol, usually considered to be beneficial for health, may be linked to a heightened risk …
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From A to Zzzs: The science behind a better night's sleep
It's no secret that a good night's sleep plays a vital role in mental and physical health and well-being. The w…
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Watch what you eat: NFL game advertisements promote foods high in fat and sodium
Research from Saint Louis University (SLU) and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine finds that some of the…
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Rising early adult mortality in the US: Death rates remain higher than expected post-pandemic
New research from the University of Minnesota shows that death rates for early adults, or adults aged 25–44, rose sharp…
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The big chill: Is cold-water immersion good for our health?
From early ocean dips to ice-cold polar plunges, cold-water immersion is increasingly popular among athletes and wellne…
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Largest study ever done on cannabis and brain function finds impact on working memory
A study published in JAMA Network Open explores the effects of both recent and lifetime cannabis use on brain function …
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Research shows young adults are more active after starting work, but sleep less—unless working from home
When young adults start working, the amount of daily physical activity they do increases sharply, only to fall away aga…
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IKEA study finds compressed work schedules can help employees switch off from work, but do not reduce burnout symptoms
Condensing workweeks into fewer days to enjoy more days off, what are the implications for employee well-being? New lon…
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Man on carnivore diet develops yellowish nodules on his hands, feet and elbows
A trio of cardiologists, two at Tampa General Hospital and the third at the University of Texas' MD Anderson Cancer…
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Firearm-related hospitalizations rose sharply during pandemic after years of decline, study finds
Firearm injuries that sent victims to the hospital had gone down steadily over the five years before the COVID-19 pande…
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Smoking cannabis in the home can increase odds of detectable levels in children
Researchers at University of California San Diego analyzed cannabis smoking practices in San Diego County to assess whe…
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'Non-industrialized' style diet can reduce risk of chronic disease
Researchers have found that a newly developed diet inspired by the eating habits of non-industrialized societies can si…
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From high-altitude hiking to sleep apnea, study explores impacts on male fertility
Medical conditions that deprive the testes of oxygen, such as sleep apnea, may be contributing to the decline in male f…
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Study reveals link between traffic pollution and women's mental health
It is no secret that air pollution of any kind is bad for our health. Recently, though, there has been more focus on th…
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We know what you ate: Detailed protein activity maps assess intestinal health
If the organs in our bodies could talk, the intestines might be the ones to divulge the most hidden truths about our li…
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Regular dog walking found to improve mobility and reduce falls in older adults
New research from The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing (TILDA) at Trinity College Dublin has revealed the significant…
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Intermittent fasting is an effective alternative to traditional diets, study finds
Intermittent fasting has gained attention for its potential metabolic benefits, but questions remain about which regime…