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·March 8, 2023·3 min read

Reducing Social Media Use by Just 15 Minutes a Day Can Improve Your Health

Reducing social media usage by 15 minutes a day can improve your general health, immune function, and improve symptoms of depression and loneliness.

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·March 3, 2023·7 min read

Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Linked to a Longer Life, Free of Chronic Health Conditions

Adults who live a heart-healthy lifestyle tend to live longer and in optimal health compared to those who do not lead a heart-healthy lifestyle.

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·March 2, 2023·5 min read

Lack of Sleep Increases Infection Risk

A good night's sleep may make you less vulnerable to infections, a new study reports. Researchers found sleeping less than six hours, or more than nine hours each night was linked to a higher risk of catching an infection.

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·February 11, 2023·6 min read

Extracts From Two Wild Plants Inhibit COVID-19 Virus

Extracts from two common wildflowers, tall goldenrod and eagle fern blocked SARS_CoV_2, the virus responsible for COVID-19, from entering human cells. Researchers warn the public they should not consume the plants as a means of self-treatment against coronavirus as they can be toxic. However, the findings could provide a new avenue to develop pharmaceutical treatments for COVID-19.

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·February 10, 2023·3 min read

Dry Scooping: A Risky Dietary Practice Common Among Adolescents and Young Adults

"Dry scooping" or directly consuming pre-workout drink powders without adding liquid is becoming an increasingly concerning dietary fad in young adolescents and young adults. Dry scooping has been associated with extremely negative health outcomes including risk of inhalation, cardiac abnormalities, and digestive issues.

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·February 3, 2023·2 min read

Medication Abortion TikTok Videos Tend to Be Accurate and Reliable

Researchers say Tik Tok videos that highlight ways to obtain medical abortions and information about procedures are accurate and informative.

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·January 26, 2023·5 min read

A Laugh a Day Keeps the Doctor Away?

Laughter doesn't only help bring people together, it can be great therapy for those suffering from depression, researchers report.

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·January 21, 2023·6 min read

Procrastination Is Linked to Poor Mental and Physical Health

Procrastination is linked to increased anxiety, stress, pain, unhealthier lifestyles, and delays in seeking assistance for general health problems.

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·January 17, 2023·5 min read

Frequent Visits to Green Space Linked to Lower Use of Certain Prescription Meds

People who frequently visit green spaces are less likely to use prescription medications for anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, and asthma, a new study reports.

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·January 15, 2023·5 min read

Having Strong Social Connections Can Improve Your Health

Strong bonds with family can help improve health-related behaviors, while strong connections with friends and other social groups were associated with better overall mental health and well-being.

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·January 9, 2023·4 min read

Frequent Use of Antibiotics May Heighten Inflammatory Bowel Disease Risk in Adults Over 40

Adult exposure to antibiotics appears to be linked to an increased risk of developing an inflammatory bowel disorder, including Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis. The risk appears to be cumulative, greatest around two years after use, and for antibiotics that target gut infections.

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·January 6, 2023·4 min read

Women Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence Three Times More Likely to Contract HIV

Study reveals women who experience domestic abuse are three times more likely to contract HIV infection.

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Health

Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Linked to a Longer Life, Free of Chronic Health Conditions

Lack of Sleep Increases Infection Risk

Extracts From Two Wild Plants Inhibit COVID-19 Virus

Dry Scooping: A Risky Dietary Practice Common Among Adolescents and Young Adults

Procrastination Is Linked to Poor Mental and Physical Health

Frequent Visits to Green Space Linked to Lower Use of Certain Prescription Meds

Frequent Use of Antibiotics May Heighten Inflammatory Bowel Disease Risk in Adults Over 40

Women Experiencing Intimate Partner Violence Three Times More Likely to Contract HIV

Dad Time Boosts Kids’ School Success

Unlocking Non-Opioid Pain Relief: Acetylcholine’s Untapped Potential

Is Suppressing Negative Thoughts A Path to Improved Mental Health?

Genetics, Drug Reactions, and Environmental Factors Linked to Autism Development

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