Disparities Seen in Unintentional Firearm Mortality Across U.S. States

New study demonstrates strong association between binge drinking and ischemic stroke in young men

The number of adults in England who report vaping for more than six months has increased substantially from around one in 80 in 2013 to one in 10 in 2023

Study of 31,666 commuters over 18 years found cyclists have lower risks of various health issues: 47% reduction in mortality, 51% less cancer, 24% fewer hospitalizations for cardiovascular diseases…

Regular Glucosamine Use and Mortality

Heavy resistance training at retirement age induces lasting beneficial effects

The number of people worldwide who are being harmed by their healthcare systems is increasing at a much higher rate than the world's population

A major human outbreak of H5N1 is plausible, and the risk is high

Effects of moderate alcohol consumption and hypobaric hypoxia: implications for passengers’ sleep, oxygen saturation and heart rate on long-haul flights

Excess mortality across the Western World since the Covid pandemic

Study: Ultra-processed food consumption association with all cause mortality

Epidural analgesia during childbirth is associated with a 35% risk reduction in severe maternal morbidity

Systematic review: cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbidity and mortality

Men at greater risk of major health effects of diabetes than women

Ultra-processed foods linked to higher mortality

4 kids died of #whoopingcough in #England in the 1st 3 mts of 2024 & all ofthem under 3 mts old.

Cardio fitness is a strong, consistent predictor of morbidity and mortality

Study finds amphetamine use is associated with higher reporting of psychotic symptoms, compared with methylphenidate use while no association was found with atomoxetine use

Living at higher altitudes in India is linked to an increased risk of stunted growth, with children living in homes 2000 metres or more above sea level 40% more at risk than those living 1000 metres below.

Swapping red meat for ‘forage fish’ (such as herring, sardines, and anchovies) could save up to 750,000 lives a year in 2050 and significantly reduce the deaths from coronary heart disease in particular, most of which are concentrated in low and middle income countries

New research links delirium, commonly experienced by older hospital patients, to three times higher risk of dementia

Apple cider vinegar for weight management

Cancer under age 50 increased 80% from 1990 to 2019

A 10-year study of more than 4,000 Europeans found those who consistently exercised two to three times a week were significantly less likely to suffer from insomnia than inactive people, and better able to clock up the recommended six to nine hours of sleep each night.

Living in leafy areas near gardens, parks, and green spaces, may boost bone density and lower the risk of osteoporosis

Role of Covid-19 vaccines in preventing post-Covid-19 complications

Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review [pdf]

Study found a significant proportion (43%, 189 of 458) of tested cancer drugs approved by the European Medicines Agency between 1995 and 2020 lack proof of added benefit, particularly those approved through expedited (“fast track”) pathways

Clear conceptualizations of mental health are needed in future research to aid in developing resources to improve well-being

Air pollution linked to increased hospital admission for major heart and lung diseases

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