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New Study Reveals Chewing Gum Releases Microplastics Into Saliva
In a discovery that could change the way we think about chewing gum, researchers have found that each piece can release up to thousands of microplastic particles into saliva, which are potentially ingested. This groundbreaking pilot study will be presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Spring 2025 meeting, highlighting a new, previously unconsidered source…
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New Study Uncovers Midlife Dietary Habits That Promote Healthy Aging
An extensive 30-year study involving over 105,000 middle-aged adults has linked maintaining a healthy, plant-based diet with an increased likelihood of healthy aging, defined as reaching age 70 free of major chronic diseases and with cognitive, physical and mental health maintained. Conducted by researchers from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the University…
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New Study Shows Women Face Higher Heart Health Risks Due to Lifestyle Factors
Women experience a higher increase in heart disease risk from lifestyle and health factors than men, according to a recent study to be presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session (ACC.25). This groundbreaking research signals that sex-specific screening or risk assessment methods could yield more accurate cardiovascular risk evaluations and inspire heart-healthy…
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Cannabis Users at Higher Heart Attack Risk, New Research Shows
The landscape of cannabis use has dramatically shifted across the United States, with legalization paving the way for increased recreational usage. However, recent research indicates that this trend may come with significant health risks. Two new studies have provided compelling evidence that cannabis users are at a substantially higher risk of experiencing heart attacks compared…
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New Study Finds Brain Changes Remain After Recovery From Concussion
A significant study has found that brain changes can remain visible in college athletes’ brain scans up to a year after they are cleared to return to play following a concussion. Published in Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), the research emphasizes the prolonged impact of concussions on brain health.…
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Chemical Exposure Linked to Cancer Risk in Firefighters: New Study
A recent study has revealed a concerning association between exposure to certain chemicals frequently encountered in firefighting and an elevated risk of glioma, a type of brain cancer. This research emphasizes the occupational hazards faced by firefighters, reinforcing earlier studies that hinted at such risks. Elizabeth B. Claus, a professor at Yale School of Public…
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New Study Reveals Varied Cardiovascular Risks Among Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Groups
Asian American, Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander (AANHPI) populations exhibit marked differences in cardiovascular disease risk, according to preliminary findings presented at the American Heart Association’s Epidemiology and Prevention | Lifestyle and Cardiometabolic Health Scientific Sessions 2025. The study, known as the PANACHE (Pacific Islander, Native Hawaiian and Asian American Cardiovascular Health Epidemiology) study,…
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New Antibody Discovery Paves Way for Broadly Protective Norovirus Vaccine
In a significant leap towards combating norovirus, a team of scientists from The University of Texas at Austin, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and the National Institutes of Health has identified antibodies that could pave the way for a broadly effective norovirus vaccine. Their findings, published in Science Translational Medicine, bring new…
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New Study Links Physical Activity to Brain Health
A recent preliminary study has linked moderate to vigorous physical activity with a decreased risk of dementia, stroke, anxiety, depression and sleep disorders. The research will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 77th Annual Meeting, April 5–9, 2025, in San Diego and online. The study underscores the significant role that physical activity plays…
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Scented Wax Melts May Pose Health Risks, New Study Reveals
Scented wax melts, widely marketed as safer alternatives to traditional candles, might not be as harmless as previously believed, according to new research led by Purdue University and published in ACS’ Environmental Science & Technology Letters. In a comprehensive study conducted by Nusrat Jung, Brandon Boor and colleagues, the researchers delved into the effects of…
