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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Conch blowing could help to alleviate sleep apnoea, study suggests

Conch shell blowing may improve sleep and reduce symptoms for patients with obstructive sleep apnoea.
fromFast Company
6 days ago

Bill Clinton plans to reshape the Clinton Global Initiative amid rising global crises

We need to redefine how we show up, how we work, and how we find ways to honor our common humanity. This September, our goal will be to connect dots across issues, expose the consequences, and confront the complicated issues in front of us.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Depression, suicides, overdoses: broad impacts of US wildfires revealed in study

Wildfires have lasting effects on human health beyond immediate fatalities, including lung damage, mental health issues, and increased mortality rates.
#uk-biobank
Health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Working through pain? You're not alone. - Harvard Gazette

The U.S. labor force exhibits significant functional limitations among workers, impacting their job performance.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The 1am shut-eye: what is the prime bedtime for your health and happiness?

A survey of 2,000 Americans found that the average time people fall asleep is 11.18pm. For those who stayed up later than planned, 29% cited chores, while 21% enjoyed nighttime activities. The average American starts their going-to-bed routine at 10.15pm, taking 21 minutes before being tucked in by 10.36pm, and another 42 minutes to actually fall asleep.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Experts suggest unintended side effect of Ozempic and whether we should worry

A study that tested weight loss jabs on mice found that although muscle mass changes less than expected, muscles still get weaker and tissues like the liver also shrink.
UK news
#lgbtq
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

$15 billion in NIH funding frozen, then thawed Tuesday in ongoing power war

The funding freeze of approximately $15 billion was reversed after intervention from senior White House officials.
fromFortune
1 week ago

Why investing in women's health is good for business

Preeclampsia is a significant cause of death for mothers and newborns, with no known causes or cures, leading to immense suffering and loss.
Public health
Public health
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

COVID-19 pandemic sped up brain aging, says study DW 07/22/2025

Living through the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated brain aging by 5.5 months on average, affecting cognitive function particularly in older and disadvantaged individuals.
fromHarvard Gazette
3 weeks ago

Snapshots of battle from front lines of federal research funding cuts - Harvard Gazette

Funding cuts threaten research continuity, jobs, and future scientists at Harvard, jeopardizing vital health-related data and innovation.
fromScienceDaily
3 weeks ago

New Duke study finds obesity rises with caloric intake, not couch time

"Despite decades of trying to understand the root causes of the obesity crisis in economically developed countries, public health guidance remains stuck with uncertainty as to the relative importance of diet and physical activity. This large, international, collaborative effort allows us to test these competing ideas. It's clear that changes in diet, not reduced activity, are the main cause of obesity in the U.S. and other developed countries."
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

New Stanford study could help doctors address diabetes, prediabetes

The results could lead to better prevention, diagnoses and treatment of prediabetes, diabetes and other metabolic diseases that lower quality of life and raise health care costs.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Full-body scans of 100,000 people could change way diseases are detected and treated

The completion of the decade-long imaging project means qualifying researchers will have access to 1bn de-identified images alongside medical histories and genetic data.
Health
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Evidence Grows That Tripping on Shrooms Might Increase Your Lifespan

The introduction of psilocybin was linked to preserved telomere length. In other words, the study appears to show that telomeres shortened more slowly after being given psilocybin than they would have without.
Health
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

Six Weekend Stories

'The work marriage is a strange response to our anxieties about mixed-gender friendships, heightened by the norms of a professional environment.'
Digital life
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Doctors Are Warning That Ozempic's Severe Side Effects May Outweigh Its Benefits

GLP-1 weight loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy have concerning side effects, including potential vision impairment and increased risk of kidney problems.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Canceled grants get the spotlight at a Capitol Hill 'science fair'

These discoveries may not just save our own lives, but the lives of people we love. Nearly every innovation that defines our era, every breakthrough from my field and from those of my colleagues, traces back to basic science research.
US news
fromNature
1 month ago

Daily briefing: Industrialization might cause 'inflammaging'

Chronic inflammation associated with ageing may be due to industrialized lifestyles, not age itself, as shown in Indigenous communities.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Real risk to youth mental health is 'addictive use,' not screen time alone, study finds

Addictive use of technology correlates with higher suicidal thoughts in children, not just screen time duration.
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
1 month ago

Drinking Alcohol Raises Dementia Risk and Causes Brain Lesions

Moderate alcohol consumption increases brain damage risk by 60%, contradicting safe drinking beliefs.
Heavy drinkers face significantly higher dementia risk and shorter life expectancy.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Low aspirin dose 'cuts cancer risk in some people'

Prof Sir John Burn from Newcastle University stated that a study involving 1,879 individuals with Lynch syndrome shows a low dose of 75mg aspirin effectively reduces cancer risk as larger doses.
Cancer
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

Myth-busting study shows controversial seed oils reduce inflammation

There has been increasing attention on seed oils, with some claiming these oils promote inflammation and raise cardiometabolic risk. Our study, based on almost 1,900 people, found that higher linoleic acid in blood plasma was associated with lower levels of biomarkers of cardiometabolic...
Alternative medicine
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Each person has a unique breathing pattern that's as distinctive as fingerprints or voice

Breathing patterns can uniquely identify individuals and provide insights into their health.
#trump-administration
Public health
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

RFK's health agency slashed science funding in Florida and other Trump states

NIH funding cuts by the Trump administration threaten key health research nationwide, affecting both red and blue states and critical health initiatives.
Public health
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

RFK's health agency slashed science funding in Florida and other Trump states

NIH funding cuts by the Trump administration threaten key health research nationwide, affecting both red and blue states and critical health initiatives.
fromScienceDaily
1 month ago

This "Healthy" Fat May Secretly Be Fueling Obesity

Oleic acid in olive oil may contribute to obesity by increasing the number of fat cells.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Defense Hearing Goes In Stunning Direction Up The Rear Ends Of Cats'

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth cited a bizarre example during Senate testimony, involving marbles in cats, as justification for budget cuts to defense health research.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Insanely popular health snack loved by young people linked to strokes

Auburn Berry, a graduate student who led the research, said: 'While erythritol is widely used in sugar-free products marketed as healthier alternatives, more research is needed to fully understand its impact on vascular health.'
OMG science
Public health
fromNews Center
2 months ago

Global Health Education Day Celebrates Mentorship and Collaboration - News Center

The Global Health Education Day emphasized collaboration and innovation in tackling global health challenges amid complex funding issues.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

The power secret: simple, everyday moves you need for a healthier and happier life

Power is a crucial physical attribute that is a stronger predictor of mortality than strength.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Scientists can detect junk food consumption in blood and urine tests

In our study, we found that hundreds of serum and urine metabolites were correlated with percentage energy from ultraprocessed food intake.
SF food
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Popular artificial sweetener may sabotage fertility: alarming new study

Sucralose may negatively impact male fertility according to new research.
#vitamin-d
Alternative medicine
fromScienceDaily
2 months ago

Vitamin D supplements show signs of protection against biological aging

Vitamin D supplementation may help maintain telomere length, potentially slowing biological aging and reducing disease risk.
#nih
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

White House orders NIH to research trans 'regret' and 'detransition'

The Trump administration has directed the NIH to investigate the health impacts of gender transition, raising concerns over political motives and terminology used.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

How much less Irish people drank while taking weight loss drugs like Ozempic: study

GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic aid weight loss and notably reduce alcohol consumption among users.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

These foods increase your odds of early Parkinson's symptoms: study

Dietary habits significantly impact the risk of developing early signs of Parkinson's disease, with ultra-processed food consumption linked to higher risks.
#coeliac-disease
Alternative medicine
fromNatural Health News
3 months ago

Food as medicine: Groundbreaking research shows diet outperforms painkillers for chronic pain relief

Dietary choices can relieve chronic pain more effectively than medications.
Higher-quality diets are linked to lower pain levels, regardless of weight.
Anti-inflammatory foods reduce pain, while processed foods exacerbate inflammation.
Women experience more significant pain relief through anti-inflammatory eating.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Administration Slashes Research Into L.G.B.T.Q. Health

The Trump administration eliminated $800 million in health research aimed at L.G.B.T.Q. populations, impacting studies critical for their health.
Canceled L.G.B.T.Q. health research represents nearly half of all terminated National Institutes of Health grants.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Universal Antivenom May Grow Out of Man Who Let Snakes Bite Him Hundreds of Times

Tim Friede's self-experimentation may be a breakthrough for universal antivenom development.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump cuts demolish agency focused on toxic chemicals and workplace hazards

The NIOSH is significantly weakened due to budget cuts, jeopardizing crucial workplace safety research.
fromMail Online
3 months ago

Scientists reveal why people get drunker in the summer than the winter

Experts have confirmed that people really do get drunker in the summer, potentially due to changes in alcohol tolerance and carbohydrate metabolism throughout the seasons.
Food & drink
#autism
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

NIH autism study will pull from private medical records

The NIH will collect Americans' private health records to research the causes and potential cures for autism.
Mental health
fromwww.dw.com
4 months ago

US Health Secretary JFK Jr.: country faces 'autism epidemic' DW 04/11/2025

HHS aims to identify causes of autism by September, but experts find this timeline unrealistic.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

UK Biobank is safely sharing health data to drive medical research | Letter

Data locked away benefits no one, but when data is shared responsibly and carefully with bright minds everywhere, we get results that will give us all a healthier future.
Privacy professionals
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

N.I.H. Cuts Likely to Curtail Study of Climate Change's Health Effects

The N.I.H. is deprioritizing research on the health impacts of climate change under new federal guidance.
Cancer
fromwww.dw.com
3 months ago

5% of US cancers may be caused by medical imaging radiation DW 04/15/2025

CT scans might contribute to 1 in 20 cancer cases annually if overuse persists.
Stricter usage of CT scanning is necessary to minimize radiation risks.
fromFuturism
3 months ago

Nobel-Winning Scientist Says His Researchers Are Fleeing the Country Because of Trump's Cruelty

Scientific funding cuts under the Trump administration are causing a brain drain among researchers, threatening progress in critical areas like health and medicine.
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