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Used Electric Cars Now Beat Gas Vehicles on Lifetime Costs
A new University of Michigan study finds that three-year-old used electric vehicles now offer the lowest lifetime cost of ownership across most vehicle types and cities, often saving drivers thousands of dollars compared with gas cars. The findings could reshape how budget-conscious buyers think about their next used car.
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Scientists Propose First THC Unit Limits for Safer Cannabis Use
University of Bath psychologists have proposed the first evidence-based THC unit thresholds to guide safer cannabis use, echoing alcohol unit guidelines. Their goal is to give people clearer information to monitor their intake and lower the risk of cannabis use disorder.
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Indoor Tanning Makes Young Skin Genetically Decades Older
A new study from UCSF and Northwestern finds that indoor tanning leaves young adults’ skin genetically older than that of many seniors, packed with DNA changes that can lead to melanoma. The work adds fresh urgency to warnings about tanning beds and artificial UV light.
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Vegan Diet Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 51%: New Study
Adopting a low-fat vegan diet can lead to substantial environmental benefits, according to a new study by the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. The research, published in the journal JAMA Network Open, highlights a significant reduction in greenhouse gas emissions (GHGE) and cumulative energy demand (CED) when plant-based foods replace meat, dairy and eggs in…
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Cannabis Use Reduces Alcohol Consumption in the Short Term, New Study Shows
The “California sober” trend — favoring cannabis over alcohol — is spreading from Hollywood to homes across the nation. A new study from Brown University suggests that this trend might be backed by science. The research, published in the American Journal of Psychiatry, indicates that cannabis use can reduce alcohol consumption in the short term.…
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Small Changes in Alcohol Intake Linked to Blood Pressure Swings
Even light-to-moderate alcohol consumption can lead to significant increases in blood pressure, according to a study published today in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology (JACC). The findings suggest that reducing or halting alcohol intake, even in small amounts, can lead to notable improvements in blood pressure, providing a potential strategy for managing…
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Ex-Smokers Who Relapse May Just Be Tired of the Effort to Stay Smoke-Free, New Study Finds
In a breakthrough that sheds new light on smoking cessation, researchers have determined that the most reliable predictor of relapse among ex-smokers is not craving for cigarettes or lack of confidence but rather cessation fatigue — a weariness from the ongoing effort to remain tobacco-free. This insight comes from a new study published in the…
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Quitting Smoking, Even Later in Life, Can Slow Cognitive Decline: New Study
In a new study from University College London, researchers have found that quitting smoking, even past middle age, can significantly slow cognitive decline. The study, published in The Lancet Healthy Longevity, analyzed data from 9,436 individuals aged 40 and older from 12 countries, revealing that those who quit smoking experienced substantially slower cognitive deterioration compared…
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New Study Reveals Stroller Running Lowers Injury Risk for Parents
Parents who take to the streets with a jogging stroller might be doing themselves a favor. A recent study by researchers from Penn State Berks has shown that running with a stroller significantly reduces the impact per step, lowering the potential risk for injuries. Although pushing a stroller during a run feels more demanding and…
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Gen Z Leading Dramatic Decline in Alcohol Consumption: New Study
Younger Australians, particularly Generation Z, are choosing to abstain from alcohol at rates never seen before, according to a new study by Flinders University. This trend could fundamentally reshape Australia’s drinking culture and bring extensive public health benefits if it continues. The study, which tracked over 23,000 Australians across multiple generations using data from the…
