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Weight change in middle-aged, elderly Chinese Singaporeans related to increased risk of death

Both moderate-to-large weight gain and weight loss, defined as a change of 10% or more in weight, among middle-aged and elderly Chinese Singaporeans are linked to increased risk of death, particularly from cardiovascular disease, and between them, weight loss was associated with higher risk than weight gain.

18 Dec 2018

Study finds significant use of traditional, complementary and alternative medicines in Sub-Saharan Africa

Researchers who have undertaken the first systematic review of into the use of traditional, complementary and alternative medicines in Sub-Saharan Africa found its use is significant and not just because of a lack of resources or access to "conventional medicine".

18 Dec 2018

McMaster study: Your postal code may play a role in your risk of major diseases

Where you live in Canada may play a role in your risk of major diseases like cardiovascular disease, diabetes and cancer.

18 Dec 2018

Research suggests a promising therapeutic target to treat or prevent metabolic disorders

Research led by Suresh Alahari, PhD, Fred Brazda Professor of Biochemistry and Microbiology at LSU Health New Orleans, suggests a novel protein may be a promising therapeutic target to treat or prevent metabolic disorders.

18 Dec 2018

Michigan-based food manufacturer ordered to discontinue operations after recurrent food safety violations

A federal court ordered a Michigan-based food manufacturer to discontinue selling food products until the company complies with federal regulations and other requirements.

18 Dec 2018

Plain tobacco packaging has increased the price of leading products, shows new study

The introduction of plain tobacco packaging led to an increase in the price of leading products, according to new research from the University of Stirling.

18 Dec 2018

New study reveals best assessment tools to establish delirium severity

A study published today in JAMA Internal Medicine reveals the best assessment tools available to establish the severity of diagnosed delirium in hospitalized patients. Delirium is a common, serious, and often preventable complication among older adult patients.

17 Dec 2018

Study finds new strains of hepatitis C virus in sub-Saharan Africa

The largest population study of hepatitis C in Africa has found three new strains of the virus circulating in the general population in sub-Saharan Africa.

17 Dec 2018

Health suffers deep in the troubled heart of Texas

The booming $1.8 trillion Texas economy rivals that of many countries and puts the state at the top of a host of rankings for its fast-growing cities, low unemployment and job growth.

17 Dec 2018

New European-funded project aims to improve microbiome research

The newly started European-funded project MicrobiomeSupport held its kick-off meeting on 28 November 2018 in Ottawa, Canada.

17 Dec 2018

DFG establishes nine new Research Units and one new Clinical Research Unit

The Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft is establishing nine new Research Units and one new Clinical Research Unit.

17 Dec 2018

Food labels have caused changes in consumers' intake and industry's use of key additives

Over the past two decades, labels such as the U.S. Nutrition Facts Panel on packaged foods, calorie counts on national restaurant menus, front-of-pack labels encouraging healthier eating, and "low-sodium" or "fat-free" identifiers have been developed in order to promote healthier choices. But do they work?

17 Dec 2018

In-school nutrition programs among students limit increases in BMI, finds study

In-school nutrition policies and programs that promote healthier eating habits among middle school students limit increases in body mass index, a new study led by the Yale School of Public Health finds.

17 Dec 2018

Swedish scientists explore direct association of dementia and ischemic stroke deaths

A great number of studies have consistently scrutinized the relation between dementia and stroke, with a multiple fold increase in the risk factor for death.

14 Dec 2018

Study finds increasing rate of hospitalizations among homeless individuals

A homeless individual is one who lacks fixed and reliable housing, and it is estimated that 553,000 people fit that description on any given night in the United States.

14 Dec 2018

Study provides insight into health risks facing new mothers

African-American women undergo more physical "wear-and-tear" during the first year after giving birth than Latina and white women, a consequence that may have long-lasting health effects, according to a study of a diverse group of more than 2,400 low-income women.

14 Dec 2018

Nurse denied life insurance because she carries naloxone

Bloodwork was supposed to be the last step in Isela’s application for life insurance. But when she arrived at the lab, her appointment had been canceled.

14 Dec 2018

Face masks may offer protection against staph bacteria for hog farm workers and their household members

Face masks appear to provide important protection against drug-resistant Staphylococcus aureus bacteria for hog farm workers and for household members to whom they might otherwise transmit the bacteria, according to a study led by scientists at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health.

14 Dec 2018

Average outpatient visit in the U.S. costs nearly $500, shows new study

The average outpatient visit in the United States costs nearly $500, according to a new scientific study.

14 Dec 2018

Study: Regular trips out could dramatically reduce depression in older age

Regular visits to the cinema, theatre or to museums could dramatically reduce the chances of becoming depressed in older age a new study has found.

14 Dec 2018

Public Health News and Research

Weight change in middle-aged, elderly Chinese Singaporeans related to increased risk of death

Study finds significant use of traditional, complementary and alternative medicines in Sub-Saharan Africa

McMaster study: Your postal code may play a role in your risk of major diseases

Research suggests a promising therapeutic target to treat or prevent metabolic disorders

Michigan-based food manufacturer ordered to discontinue operations after recurrent food safety violations

Plain tobacco packaging has increased the price of leading products, shows new study

New study reveals best assessment tools to establish delirium severity

Study finds new strains of hepatitis C virus in sub-Saharan Africa

Health suffers deep in the troubled heart of Texas

New European-funded project aims to improve microbiome research

DFG establishes nine new Research Units and one new Clinical Research Unit

Food labels have caused changes in consumers' intake and industry's use of key additives

In-school nutrition programs among students limit increases in BMI, finds study

Swedish scientists explore direct association of dementia and ischemic stroke deaths

Study finds increasing rate of hospitalizations among homeless individuals

Study provides insight into health risks facing new mothers

Nurse denied life insurance because she carries naloxone

Face masks may offer protection against staph bacteria for hog farm workers and their household members

Average outpatient visit in the U.S. costs nearly $500, shows new study

Study: Regular trips out could dramatically reduce depression in older age

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