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Phthalate levels in expectant fathers influence sperm epigenetics, study suggests

Early results from a larger, ongoing study led by environmental health scientist Richard Pilsner at the University of Massachusetts Amherst suggest that phthalate levels in expectant fathers have an effect on couples' reproductive success via epigenetic modifications of sperm DNA.

12 Sep 2017

Long periods of sitting may increase early death risk

A new study finds that it isn't just the amount of time spent sitting, but also the way in which sitting time is accumulated during the day, that can affect risk of early death.

12 Sep 2017

Study reveals that air pollution may cause Northern China to suffer a lifespan reduction of 3 years

A study conducted in China has revealed the effect that high-level air pollution has on a person’s life expectancy.

12 Sep 2017

Desk job? Get up and move every half an hour !

According to a new study sitting for long periods of time at a single stretch is linked to early death. The study explored the effects of sitting versus moving around and found that it is not only the amount of time spent sitting but also the way in which the total time spent sitting is accumulated throughout the day that counts to affect lifespan detrimentally.

11 Sep 2017

Studies highlight risks associated with using e-cigarettes

Two new studies presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress highlight the risks associated with using e-cigarettes, especially for those who also smoke conventional cigarettes.

11 Sep 2017

New analysis explores role of alcohol in development of abdominal aortic aneurysm

In an analysis of published studies, lower levels of alcohol consumption were associated with a lower risk of abdominal aortic aneurysm until approximately 15 to 20 g/day, with an increasing risk thereafter. In the British Journal of Surgery analysis, the increase in risk beyond 2 units/day was stronger in men than in women.

11 Sep 2017

Asian dust exposure associated with onset of myocardial infarction

A recent environmental epidemiological study by Japanese researchers has shown that Asian sand particles blown to Japan from desert areas of the Asian continent are associated with the onset of myocardial infarction.

11 Sep 2017

E-cigarettes associated with increased blood pressure, heart rate, and arterial stiffness, study reveals

A new study, presented at the European Respiratory Society International Congress, suggests that use of e-cigarettes with nicotine causes arterial stiffness in humans, and has significant consequences leading to risk of heart disease and stroke later in life.

11 Sep 2017

Abdominal weight found to be key predictor of cancer risk in postmenopausal women

Body fat distribution in the trunk is more important than body weight when it comes to cancer risk in postmenopausal women, according to a study presented at the ESMO 2017 Congress in Madrid.

11 Sep 2017

Nurses at risk of chronic lung disease COPD due to regular disinfectant use

According to a new study, nurses who are work disinfectants continually through their careers are more likely to develop a chronic lung disease called chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).

10 Sep 2017

New set of research priorities identified to support tobacco control

A new set of research priorities to support tobacco control will help ensure future research provides the greatest benefit to public health and value for money, according to an international group led by Oxford University researchers.

8 Sep 2017

Alcohol related cancer risks underplayed by industry says new research

A report out of the UK reveals that just like the tobacco industry tried for decades to suppress the harmful effects of tobacco and cigarette smoking, the alcohol industry too is trying to underplay the actual cancer risks associated with alcohol intake. The new research is published in the journal Drug and Alcohol Review.

7 Sep 2017

Colorectal cancer risk lowered by whole grains but increased by processed meats, says study

A new study conducted by the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) and the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) found that the daily intake of grains, such as those from whole-wheat bread or brown rice reduces the risk of colorectal cancer; the risk is expected to decrease with the increase in the amount of gains consumed.

7 Sep 2017

Breakthrough study could lead to diagnostic tools and better treatments for chronic bronchitis

When a patient arrives at a doctor's office with a persistent cough and the sensation of gunk building up in the lungs, the doctor's thought process is essentially the same as it would have been decades ago. There has been no understanding of the affected biological pathways causing the gunk buildup in the lung, nor has there been a diagnostic test for chronic bronchitis.

7 Sep 2017

Simple test could identify people at risk of developing Parkinson's earlier than previously thought

A new study provides further evidence that a simple scratch-and-sniff test could predict Parkinson's disease even earlier than previously thought.

7 Sep 2017

Effects of obesity on U.S. population health may be more pervasive than previously understood

Considering weight across the life course, the prevalence of obesity among adults in the US rises considerably, suggesting that the effects on population health may be even more pervasive than previously understood, according to a new study led by a Boston University School of Public Health researcher.

6 Sep 2017

Parkinson’s disease detection by simple smell or drawing tests find two parallel studies

According to a latest study from the Michigan State University, a simple “scratch and sniff” test could be enough to predict Parkinson’s disease before it starts is debilitating curse.

6 Sep 2017

Researchers develop simple device to easily test blood viscosity

University of Connecticut researchers have developed a device that tests an important indicator of heart health that is often ignored - blood viscosity.

6 Sep 2017

Georgia State receives grant to develop mHealth interventions for smoking cessation in China, Vietnam

Researchers at the Georgia State University School of Public Health have received more than $1 million to develop cellphone messaging programs to help smokers kick the habit in China and Vietnam, countries where smoking rates among men are among the highest in the world.

6 Sep 2017

Genetic risk for obesity influenced by lifestyle, study shows

The risk for developing obesity is influenced by our lifestyle as well as our genes. In a new study from Uppsala University, researchers show that our genetic risk for obesity is not static, but is influenced by our lifestyle. Results from the study have been published in the scientific journal PLOS Genetics.

6 Sep 2017

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Phthalate levels in expectant fathers influence sperm epigenetics, study suggests

Long periods of sitting may increase early death risk

Study reveals that air pollution may cause Northern China to suffer a lifespan reduction of 3 years

Desk job? Get up and move every half an hour !

Studies highlight risks associated with using e-cigarettes

New analysis explores role of alcohol in development of abdominal aortic aneurysm

Asian dust exposure associated with onset of myocardial infarction

E-cigarettes associated with increased blood pressure, heart rate, and arterial stiffness, study reveals

Abdominal weight found to be key predictor of cancer risk in postmenopausal women

Nurses at risk of chronic lung disease COPD due to regular disinfectant use

New set of research priorities identified to support tobacco control

Alcohol related cancer risks underplayed by industry says new research

Colorectal cancer risk lowered by whole grains but increased by processed meats, says study

Breakthrough study could lead to diagnostic tools and better treatments for chronic bronchitis

Simple test could identify people at risk of developing Parkinson's earlier than previously thought

Effects of obesity on U.S. population health may be more pervasive than previously understood

Parkinson’s disease detection by simple smell or drawing tests find two parallel studies

Researchers develop simple device to easily test blood viscosity

Georgia State receives grant to develop mHealth interventions for smoking cessation in China, Vietnam

Genetic risk for obesity influenced by lifestyle, study shows

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