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Daily Exercise Could Lead to Better Sleep, New Study Reveals
A recent study from The University of Texas at Austin has shed new light on the impact of daily exercise on sleep quality. The research highlights that consistent, daily physical activity could significantly enhance the quality of deep, restorative sleep, contributing to improved mood and mental health. Published in the Journal of Physical Activity &…
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Efforts to Tackle Environmental Antibiotic Resistance Uneven Despite Rising Global Risk
Antibiotic resistance in the environment is emerging as a critical global health issue, yet it has received inconsistent attention, according to a new study led by the University of Surrey. The findings of this comprehensive review, published in the journal Environment International, sheds light on the significant gaps in our understanding of how antibiotic resistance…
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New Study Reveals Impact of Frequent Standing on Heart Health in Postmenopausal Women
A new study led by the University of California San Diego reveals that a daily habit as simple as standing up more frequently can lead to significant heart health benefits for postmenopausal women. The research indicates that women who transitioned from a sitting to a standing position more often during the day experienced measurable improvements…
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Cannabis Use Disorder Tied to 3x Risk of Oral Cancer
In a revealing new study, researchers from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that individuals diagnosed with cannabis use disorder (CUD) are more than three times as likely to develop oral cancer within five years compared to non-users. This significant finding underscores the potential long-term health risks associated with chronic…
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Air Pollution Linked to Higher Dementia Risk, Major Study Reveals
Long-term exposure to outdoor air pollution, including common pollutants from car exhausts, power plants and industrial emissions, significantly increases the risk of dementia. This is according to a large-scale analysis published today in The Lancet Planetary Health by a team from the Medical Research Council (MRC) Epidemiology Unit at the University of Cambridge. This meta-analysis,…
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In a First, AI Platform Designs Molecular ‘Missiles’ to Eliminate Cancer Cells
Researchers have developed an innovative AI-based platform that could transform precision cancer treatment, significantly reducing the time required to develop new therapeutic proteins. The method, published in the journal Science, showcases the ability of artificial intelligence to design molecular “missiles” that arm T cells — a critical component of the immune system — to effectively…
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Energy-Efficient Strategies Offer 10x Health Benefits in Eastern Europe, Study Finds
According to a new study conducted by the Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, adopting energy-efficient strategies could realize up to 10 times more health benefits in Eastern Europe than Western Europe. The research underscores the urgent need for targeted energy policies that not only address…
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Alcohol-Related Liver Disease Doubles Over 20 Years, New Study Reveals
Heavy drinkers in the United States are now more than twice as likely to develop significant liver disease compared to two decades ago, according to a new study published today by Keck Medicine of USC in the journal Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology. “Alcohol-related liver disease is the main cause of liver-related death and these results…
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Why Older Adults Should Drink Beetroot Juice
Drinking nitrate-rich beetroot juice could significantly reduce blood pressure in older adults, thanks to specific changes in their oral microbiome, according to a new study from the University of Exeter. Published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine, the research compares the responses of older and younger adults to beetroot juice consumption. The study…
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Researchers Warn GLP-1 Weight Loss Drugs Fail to Provide Key Long-Term Benefit
GLP-1 receptor agonists, popular for their significant weight loss effects, may not offer long-term enhancements in cardiorespiratory function. Researchers from the University of Virginia are urging caution and additional measures to ensure patients reaping the short-term benefits do not face adverse long-term consequences. In collaboration with fellow UVA experts, Zhenqi Liu, a professor of medicine…
