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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 Sheds Light on the Impact of Exercise on Life Expectancy
In a breakthrough study, researchers from the University of Jyväskylä in Finland have shed new light on the relationship between physical activity and life expectancy, challenging current beliefs about the benefits of exercise for longevity and genetic disease risk. Study Parameters and Findings The research, published in the European Journal of Epidemiology, analyzed data from…
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Retiring Abroad Increases Risk of Loneliness for Older Adults: New Study
Many people dream of spending their golden years in a sunny, more affordable country. However, new research published by the American Psychological Association indicates that retirees who move abroad may face higher risks of loneliness compared to those who stay in their home country. “International retirement migration is increasingly popular in Europe and around the…
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New Study Reveals Social Stigma Around Plant-Based Diets in Europe
Researchers from the University of Vaasa in Finland have unveiled new findings that shed light on why plant-based diets are still met with resistance in Europe. The study, published in the Food Quality and Preference journal, explores the complex social perceptions and stereotypes hindering the acceptance of vegetarianism and meat substitutes. Roosa-Maaria Malila, a doctoral…
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Study Finds Strong Link Between Western Diet During Pregnancy and ADHD
A new comprehensive clinical study from Denmark indicates that the dietary choices of pregnant women can significantly influence the neurodevelopmental health of their children. According to the research conducted by the University of Copenhagen and the Copenhagen Prospective Studies on Asthma in Childhood (COPSAC) at the Danish Paediatric Asthma Centre, Herlev and Gentofte Hospital, a…
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New Study Links Tattoos to Increased Risk of Cancer
New research from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) and the University of Helsinki has uncovered a potential link between tattoos and an increased risk of skin and lymphoma cancers. The findings, published in BMC Public Health, suggest that ink particles from tattoos may migrate to the lymph nodes, accumulating and potentially affecting the immune…
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Long-Term Yogurt Consumption May Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancers
Long-term consumption of yogurt might play a vital role in reducing the risk of specific types of colorectal cancer, according to a new study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham. The compelling findings suggest that yogurt, which contains live strains of beneficial bacteria, could be particularly effective against proximal colorectal cancer positive for Bifidobacterium.…
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New Poll Shows Positive Health Impacts of Working Later in Life
In recent years, more Americans are choosing — or needing — to work beyond the traditional retirement age. A new poll from the University of Michigan reveals that for many older adults, staying in the workforce is not just an economic necessity, but also a boon for their health and well-being Findings from the U-M…
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Exposure to Second-Hand Smoke As a Child Alters DNA
Children exposed to second-hand smoke at home are at a higher risk of experiencing changes in their DNA, according to a recent study led by the Barcelona Institute for Global Health (ISGlobal), a center supported by the “la Caixa” Foundation. The findings, published in Environment International, emphasize the critical need to reduce children’s exposure to…
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Omega-3s Can Slow Down Biological Aging Process
A new study has revealed that omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D and regular strength training can collectively slow down the biological aging process in older adults. The Swiss DO-HEALTH study, published in Nature Aging and led by Heike Bischoff-Ferrari, a professor of geriatrics and geriatric medicine at the University of Zurich, offers a beacon of…
