Stickers and wristbands aren't a reliable way to prevent mosquito bites

by Cameron Webb,The ConversationCredit: Jimmy Chan from PexelsProtecting yourself and family from mosquito bites can be challenging, especially in this hot and humid weather. Protests from young

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Stickers and wristbands aren't a reliable way to prevent mosquito bites

by Cameron Webb,The ConversationCredit: Jimmy Chan from PexelsProtecting yourself and family from mosquito bites can be challenging, especially in this hot and humid weather. Protests from young

Updated on:March 21,2024 19

New sun safety advice tailored for Australia's diverse population

by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a

Updated on: March 21,2024 14

New sun safety advice tailored for Australia's diverse population

by QIMR Berghofer Medical Research InstituteCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainA new study led by researchers from QIMR Berghofer paves the way for more specific public health information to provide a

Updated on:March 21,2024 14

Specific plant foods reduce premature aging in childhood cancer survivors

by Elana GotkineFor childhood cancer survivors, specific plant foods are associated with a lower risk for premature aging, according to a studypublishedonline Jan. 23 in theJournal o

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Specific plant foods reduce premature aging in childhood cancer survivors

by Elana GotkineFor childhood cancer survivors, specific plant foods are associated with a lower risk for premature aging, according to a studypublishedonline Jan. 23 in theJournal o

Updated on:March 21,2024 16

How stigma hurts trans health

by University of MontrealCredit: Pixabay from PexelsFor transgender and nonbinary people, feeling connected to one's community may alleviate the adverse health effects of chronic exposure to

Updated on: March 21,2024 15

How stigma hurts trans health

by University of MontrealCredit: Pixabay from PexelsFor transgender and nonbinary people, feeling connected to one's community may alleviate the adverse health effects of chronic exposure to

Updated on:March 21,2024 15

Whether inserted, ingested or implanted, batteries are a matter of life and death

by Adam Taylor,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIf you've heard about the case of the Australian man who needed emergency removal of thethree "button" batteri

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Whether inserted, ingested or implanted, batteries are a matter of life and death

by Adam Taylor,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainIf you've heard about the case of the Australian man who needed emergency removal of thethree "button" batteri

Updated on:March 21,2024 12

Wristband monitors provide detailed account of air pollution exposure

by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthHeat map of the statistical significance of Spearman correlations between PAH compounds and questionnaire variables. Questionnaire desc

Updated on: March 21,2024 19

Wristband monitors provide detailed account of air pollution exposure

by Columbia University's Mailman School of Public HealthHeat map of the statistical significance of Spearman correlations between PAH compounds and questionnaire variables. Questionnaire desc

Updated on:March 21,2024 19

Why ban ham from school canteens? And what are some healthier alternatives for kids' lunches?

by Lauren Ball,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWestern Australia has introduced a limit on ham in school canteens. Parents are reportedlyconfused and frustrated. So what h

Updated on: March 21,2024 15

Why ban ham from school canteens? And what are some healthier alternatives for kids' lunches?

by Lauren Ball,The ConversationCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWestern Australia has introduced a limit on ham in school canteens. Parents are reportedlyconfused and frustrated. So what h

Updated on:March 21,2024 15

Why are my muscles sore after exercise? Hint: It's nothing to do with lactic acid

by Robert Andrew Robergs and Samuel L. Torrens,The ConversationCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsAs many of us hit the gym or go for a run to recover from the silly season, you might notice a b

Updated on: March 21,2024 19

Why are my muscles sore after exercise? Hint: It's nothing to do with lactic acid

by Robert Andrew Robergs and Samuel L. Torrens,The ConversationCredit: Ketut Subiyanto from PexelsAs many of us hit the gym or go for a run to recover from the silly season, you might notice a b

Updated on:March 21,2024 19

Why wellness is connected to the body's underappreciated connective tissue

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityFoam rollers, exercise, stretching and myofascial release treatment restore strength and flexibility to fascia, the body’s connective tissue.

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Why wellness is connected to the body's underappreciated connective tissue

by Cynthia McCormick Hibbert,Northeastern UniversityFoam rollers, exercise, stretching and myofascial release treatment restore strength and flexibility to fascia, the body’s connective tissue.

Updated on:March 21,2024 18

Why forgetting is a normal function of memory—and when to worry

by Alexander Easton,The ConversationCredit: Ivan Samkov from PexelsForgetting in our day to day lives may feel annoying or, as we get older, a little frightening. But it is an entirely normal pa

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Why forgetting is a normal function of memory—and when to worry

by Alexander Easton,The ConversationCredit: Ivan Samkov from PexelsForgetting in our day to day lives may feel annoying or, as we get older, a little frightening. But it is an entirely normal pa

Updated on:March 21,2024 17

Hoping to clear the air in casinos, workers seek to ban tobacco smoke

by Sandy West, KFF Health NewsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSome casinos continue to allow indoor smoking even as the share of Americans who smoke fell from about 21% in 2005 to 12% in 2021 and smo

Updated on: March 21,2024 14

Hoping to clear the air in casinos, workers seek to ban tobacco smoke

by Sandy West, KFF Health NewsCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainSome casinos continue to allow indoor smoking even as the share of Americans who smoke fell from about 21% in 2005 to 12% in 2021 and smo

Updated on:March 21,2024 14

Pacific nations tax unhealthy foods to tackle non-communicable disease crisis

by University of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPacific Island governments are increasingly imposing taxes on unhealthy foods as they battle a non-communicable disease crisis, a New Zealan

Updated on: March 21,2024 19

Pacific nations tax unhealthy foods to tackle non-communicable disease crisis

by University of OtagoCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainPacific Island governments are increasingly imposing taxes on unhealthy foods as they battle a non-communicable disease crisis, a New Zealan

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