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Calling on world leaders to recognize climate change and biodiversity loss as one indivisible global health emergency

Over 200 health journals across the world have come together to simultaneously publish an editorial calling on world leaders and health professionals to recognize that climate change and biodiversity loss are one indivisible crisis and must be tackled together to preserve health and avoid catastrophe.

25 Oct 2023

Millions of rural Americans rely on private wells. Few regularly test their water.

Allison Roderick has a warning and a pledge for rural residents of her county: The water from their wells could be contaminated, but the government can help make it safe.

24 Oct 2023

Could duck fats be a healthier alternative to saturated fats?

A recent study explores the potential benefits of utilizing duck fats in the food industry, highlighting their unique fatty acid composition and improved properties compared to vegetable oils. Duck fats offer a healthier alternative to saturated fats, making them a valuable resource for enhancing food products.

22 Oct 2023

Greenspace exposure has positive impact on telomere length, study finds

A new study finds that greenspace – the vegetation in a neighborhood's yards, parks and public spaces – has a positive impact on a key genetic marker associated with exposure to stress.

18 Oct 2023

Air pollution linked to increased breast cancer risk in women

Women living and working in places with higher levels of fine particle air pollution are more likely to get breast cancer than those living and working in less polluted areas.

17 Oct 2023

Save the environment and protect your skin while doing it – the 'cherry on top'

Researchers discover a sustainable way to repurpose tart cherry waste, harnessing its bioactive compounds for skin care applications. The study reveals that these extracts significantly protect human skin cells from oxidative stress, offering an eco-friendly solution to both food waste and skin health.

16 Oct 2023

Traffic air pollution linked to serious neonatal complications

Exposure to traffic-related air pollution during pregnancy is associated with serious neonatal complications, according to a study by UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers that matched records from more than 60,000 births with air-monitoring data.

13 Oct 2023

Can coffee silverskin be used to prevent aging?

The anti-aging properties of coffee silverskin extracts (CSE).

13 Oct 2023

AI-based method shows promise for precision medicine

Artificial intelligence, AI, which finds patterns in complex biological data could eventually contribute to the development of individually tailored healthcare.

12 Oct 2023

Ethnicity and the effect of potentially modifiable risk factors on dementia

The effects of potentially modifiable risk factors on dementia vary among people of South Asian, Black, and White ethnicities.

12 Oct 2023

Living past 100: Healthy habits, good company, and a purpose in life

Researchers explore the secrets behind increased life expectancies, focusing on the influence of diet, lifestyle, and socio-economic changes. Centenarians, individuals living past 100, often delay age-related symptoms, suggesting a lifestyle emphasizing a balanced diet, social interaction, and regular exercise can significantly boost longevity and resilience.

10 Oct 2023

Global food trade improves diets but red meat imports raise health concerns

In a study published in Nature Food, researchers analyzed the health impacts of global food trade using 2019 data. While international trade in foods like fruits and vegetables reduced diet-related mortality in many countries, increased red meat trade had adverse health implications.

10 Oct 2023

Does renting accelerate biological aging? New study sparks housing policy debate

Living in privately rented homes is linked to faster biological aging, with its impact nearly double that of unemployment. However, these effects are reversible, highlighting the potential of housing policies in health improvement.

10 Oct 2023

Parkinson's disease-related neuronal death more likely to occur at night

Disturbances in sleep patterns and the internal biological clock are frequently associated with Parkinson's disease.

29 Sep 2023

The fight against cancer: a comprehensive assessment of preventable and treatable cases

Researchers presented the findings of a population-based study conducted across 185 countries to estimate premature deaths due to 36 different types of cancers in 2020, a leading cause of premature deaths worldwide.

29 Sep 2023

Short-term exposure to air pollution may increase stroke risk

Short-term exposure to air pollution may be linked to an increased risk of stroke, according to a meta-analysis published in the September 27, 2023, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology. Short-term exposure was defined as occurring within five days of the stroke.

27 Sep 2023

Earthworms boost global crop production by 140 million tons

In a landmark study published in Nature Communications, researchers reveal that earthworms are responsible for a significant increase of 140 million metric tons in global cereal and legume crop production. This underscores their crucial role in agriculture and highlights the importance of sustainable soil management practices.

27 Sep 2023

Skin under pressure: tension affects skin's reaction to pollution

Researchers ratified previous findings that ozone (O3) exposure (an air pollutant) alters the antimicrobial peptide expression in the skin with and without tension.

27 Sep 2023

Is your seafood safe? New study reveals alarming levels of toxins in Pacific Ocean marine life

A research paper published in the journal Science of the Total Environment explores how increasing levels of residual toxins in aquatic animals in the Pacific Ocean pose serious risks to food safety, human health, and food security. The paper outlines various types of toxins, their origins, and their impact on marine life and human health, highlighting the urgency for effective interventions.

26 Sep 2023

Keck School of Medicine of USC to focus on Hispanic patients with NAFLD in multi-omics study

The Keck School of Medicine of USC has received funding from the National Institutes of Health as part of a five-year, $50.3 million "multi-omics" study of human health and disease involving six sites.

26 Sep 2023