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Dating apps linked to rising cosmetic surgery trends among women

They're the modern way to find love according to the 323 million people who use them worldwide, but dating apps are fuelling an obsession with cosmetic surgery that may not have a happy ending.

21 Feb 2025

Study links screen time to increased risk of manic symptoms in preteens

Preteens who spend more time on screens are more likely to develop manic symptoms years two-years later, according to a new study published in Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology.

20 Feb 2025

Can the carnivore diet trigger kidney stones? Case study raises red flags

A case study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examines how one patient’s switch to a carnivore diet increased kidney stone risk by raising calcium, uric acid, and oxalate levels while reducing protective citrate.

19 Feb 2025

Blocking mobile internet for two weeks improves mental health and well-being

Today, nearly every American - 91% - owns a cellphone that can access the internet, according to the Pew Research Center. In 2011, only about one-third did. Another study finds they average 5 hours and 16 minutes a day staring at small screens.

19 Feb 2025

More screen time, more stress? Study links device use to teen mental health

Research shows that excessive screen time contributes to stress and depression in adolescents, highlighting the need for balanced digital habits and exercise.

19 Feb 2025

Combining social media posts and transformer-based learning models to detect heat stroke risks in Japan

Heat stroke poses a significant health risk, especially during extreme temperature conditions. As global temperatures rise due to climate change, the frequency and severity of heatwaves have increased, putting vulnerable populations at greater risk.

18 Feb 2025

Study reveals surge in sports betting and gambling addiction help seeking

A new study, published in JAMA Internal Medicine and led by researchers from the University of California San Diego Qualcomm Institute and School of Medicine, reveals a dramatic increase in sports betting and gambling addiction help-seeking since the landmark Murphy v. NCAA Supreme Court decision in 2018 paved the way for states to legalize sports betting.

17 Feb 2025

Poll reveals parents' views on teens getting cosmetic treatments

For teens who may be self-conscious about issues such as acne scarring or discolored teeth, non-surgical cosmetic procedures are an increasingly popular way to address their concerns.

17 Feb 2025

Rethinking red meat: Are dietary guidelines missing the bigger picture?

Research highlights the critical role of red meat in providing essential nutrients like iron, zinc, and B12, particularly for vulnerable populations, while questioning the low-certainty evidence linking it to chronic diseases. It urges policymakers to balance health, environmental, and economic factors when considering dietary guidelines.

13 Feb 2025

Montana looks to regulate prior authorization as patients, providers decry obstacles to care

When Lou and Lindsay Volpe's son was diagnosed with a chronic bowel disease at age 11, their health insurer required constant preapproval of drugs and treatments — a process the Volpes say often delayed critical care for their son.

13 Feb 2025

Yoga can reduce stress in both schools and workplaces

Ten years of research on yoga as a stress-reducing activity provides a clear answer: A little effort offers real health benefits.

11 Feb 2025

Survey shows increased use of fertility apps after Dobbs decision

The use of fertility-tracking technology increased in some states after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade despite warnings that reproduction-related data might not be secure, a new study has found.

10 Feb 2025

Study investigates how social media use impacts loneliness over time

In an age where social media promises to connect us, a new Baylor University study reveals a sobering paradox – the more time we spend interacting online, the lonelier we may feel.

7 Feb 2025

CoppaFeel!: Breast Cancer Doesn’t Discriminate, So Why Should Awareness?

The CoppaFeel! x NHS NELCA 'Check In' campaign transforms breast cancer awareness for young people, addressing health inequities and promoting self-checking.

7 Feb 2025

School phone bans show no mental health or academic benefits

Researchers evaluate the effects of school phone use policies on adolescent mental health.

7 Feb 2025

Fear of cancer recurrence disrupts many aspects of breast cancer survivors' lives

Breast cancer is the world's most prevalent cancer. Although earlier detection and targeted treatment have resulted in high survival rates, many breast cancer survivors experience fear of cancer recurrence. For some survivors this fear is occasional, for others it is persistent and often debilitating.

7 Feb 2025

Parents' role key in shaping children's exposure to mature media

As children's screen time continues to rise, so does their exposure to age-inappropriate content, including R-rated movies and violent video games.

6 Feb 2025

Women speak more than men during early and middle adulthood

The stereotype that women are much more talkative than men is pervasive across many cultures, but a widely reported study by University of Arizona researchers in 2007 refuted the claim, finding that men and women speak roughly the same number of words per day – around 16,000.

5 Feb 2025

Wash, dry, enroll: Finding Medicaid help at the laundromat

At a SuperSuds Laundromat just south of Washington, D.C., a steady stream of customers loaded clothes into washers and dryers on a recent Sunday morning, passing the time on their phones or watching television.

5 Feb 2025

Loneliness: Two types, two impacts, and what they mean for mental health

Loneliness isn't just one thing—it has two key forms: emotional loneliness (lacking deep connections) and social loneliness (lacking social networks). Recognizing these differences is crucial for mental health interventions and public policy.

2 Feb 2025