Study reveals air pollution's distracting effect on attention, unveiling underlying neurocognitive mechanisms

by TranSpreadGraphical abstract. Credit:Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering(2023). DOI: 10.1007/s11783-024-1801-xAir pollution, a major global health risk, is known for it

Updated on: March 24,2024

Study reveals air pollution's distracting effect on attention, unveiling underlying neurocognitive mechanisms

by TranSpreadGraphical abstract. Credit:Frontiers of Environmental Science & Engineering(2023). DOI: 10.1007/s11783-024-1801-xAir pollution, a major global health risk, is known for it

Updated on:March 24,2024

Study: Physical activity can't counter cardiovascular risk associated with sugar-sweetened beverage consumption

by Laval UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainContrary to popular belief, the benefits of physical activity do not outweigh the risks of cardiovascular disease associated with drinking sugar-sweete

Updated on: March 26,2024

Study: Physical activity can't counter cardiovascular risk associated with sugar-sweetened beverage consumption

by Laval UniversityCredit: CC0 Public DomainContrary to popular belief, the benefits of physical activity do not outweigh the risks of cardiovascular disease associated with drinking sugar-sweete

Updated on:March 26,2024

Clinician decision support can reduce unspecified testing in primary care, study suggests

by Elana GotkineFor older primary care patients, clinician decision support can reduce unspecified testing compared with traditional case-based education alone, according to a study published online F

Updated on: March 26,2024

Clinician decision support can reduce unspecified testing in primary care, study suggests

by Elana GotkineFor older primary care patients, clinician decision support can reduce unspecified testing compared with traditional case-based education alone, according to a study published online F

Updated on:March 26,2024

Breastfeeding mothers who exercise pass on a beneficial hormone adiponectin to their children

by Anne Sliper Midling,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyStudy design. Participants completed three conditions in the laboratory, in random order: (A) sitting (REST), (B) moderate-in

Updated on: March 19,2024

Breastfeeding mothers who exercise pass on a beneficial hormone adiponectin to their children

by Anne Sliper Midling,Norwegian University of Science and TechnologyStudy design. Participants completed three conditions in the laboratory, in random order: (A) sitting (REST), (B) moderate-in

Updated on:March 19,2024

Study examines substance use in first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic

by Florida Atlantic UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainConsiderable attention has focused on burnout and mental health of physicians and nurses on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandem

Updated on: March 23,2024

Study examines substance use in first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic

by Florida Atlantic UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainConsiderable attention has focused on burnout and mental health of physicians and nurses on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandem

Updated on:March 23,2024

Wildfire smoke warnings need to be issued sooner, study finds

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonSummed frequencies of wildfire and smoke Tweets authored by institutional accounts (left) and maximum daily AQI values (for PM2.5) (right) in 2022 aggregated

Updated on: March 19,2024

Wildfire smoke warnings need to be issued sooner, study finds

by Leila Okahata,University of OregonSummed frequencies of wildfire and smoke Tweets authored by institutional accounts (left) and maximum daily AQI values (for PM2.5) (right) in 2022 aggregated

Updated on:March 19,2024

Even a little less carb intake can help folks with type 1 diabetes

by Carole Tanzer MillerIt may not take as strict a diet as thought to keep type 1 diabetes under control: New Swedish research shows that a moderate low-carb diet still helped people with type 1 diabe

Updated on: March 16,2024

Even a little less carb intake can help folks with type 1 diabetes

by Carole Tanzer MillerIt may not take as strict a diet as thought to keep type 1 diabetes under control: New Swedish research shows that a moderate low-carb diet still helped people with type 1 diabe

Updated on:March 16,2024

Lead-tainted applesauce may contain another toxin, chromium

by Ernie MundellApplesauce fruit puree pouches under recall and investigation for toxic lead levels may also contain another toxin, chromium, according to anupdatereleased Friday by the U.

Updated on: March 18,2024

Lead-tainted applesauce may contain another toxin, chromium

by Ernie MundellApplesauce fruit puree pouches under recall and investigation for toxic lead levels may also contain another toxin, chromium, according to anupdatereleased Friday by the U.

Updated on:March 18,2024

EPA tightens limits on a chemical used to sterilize medical equipment, citing cancer risk

by Matthew DalyA syringe is prepared at a clinic in Norristown, Pa., Dec. 7, 2021. The Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule Thursday, March 14, 2024, imposing stricter limits on a chemical

Updated on: March 19,2024

EPA tightens limits on a chemical used to sterilize medical equipment, citing cancer risk

by Matthew DalyA syringe is prepared at a clinic in Norristown, Pa., Dec. 7, 2021. The Environmental Protection Agency finalized a rule Thursday, March 14, 2024, imposing stricter limits on a chemical

Updated on:March 19,2024

Research shows irregular sleep rhythm challenges the health of middle-aged people

by University of OuluSleep regularity quartiles showing the increasing standard deviations (increasing irregularities) of bedtime, wake-up time, and time in bed. Credit:Journal of Act

Updated on: March 23,2024

Research shows irregular sleep rhythm challenges the health of middle-aged people

by University of OuluSleep regularity quartiles showing the increasing standard deviations (increasing irregularities) of bedtime, wake-up time, and time in bed. Credit:Journal of Act

Updated on:March 23,2024

People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet are less likely to suffer from dangerous snoring, finds study

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer with obstructive s

Updated on: March 23,2024

People who eat a healthy, plant-based diet are less likely to suffer from dangerous snoring, finds study

by European Respiratory SocietyCredit: CC0 Public DomainPeople who eat a healthy, plant-based diet that is high in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and nuts are less likely to suffer with obstructive s

Updated on:March 23,2024

Stigma a barrier to women accessing drug and alcohol treatment, says study

by Staffordshire UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWomen using drugs and alcohol can feel stigmatized and shamed when seeking support from professional services, a new study has found.Th

Updated on: March 23,2024

Stigma a barrier to women accessing drug and alcohol treatment, says study

by Staffordshire UniversityCredit: Pixabay/CC0 Public DomainWomen using drugs and alcohol can feel stigmatized and shamed when seeking support from professional services, a new study has found.Th

Updated on:March 23,2024