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The myth of 200 daily food decisions: Study challenges widely-cited claimResearchers at the Max Planck Institute for Human Development have critically examined the basis for a frequently cited figure: that people make more than 200 unconscious decisions about food every day. This figure has circulated in scientific publications, the media, and health promotion campaigns for nearly 20 years without ever... Read more
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Medical cannabis program changes drastically when adding anxiety as a qualifying condition, study findsWithin months of Pennsylvania's medical cannabis program adding anxiety as a qualifying condition, that diagnosis quickly rose to become the most common for cannabis certifications, according to a study by researchers at the University of Pittsburgh and Johns Hopkins University. The study was published in Annals of Internal Medicine.... Read more
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The years 2002 to 2022 saw an increase in teen handgun-carrying in FloridaIn Florida, adolescent handgun-carrying is increasing, while handgun-carrying in school, favorable attitudes toward handgun0carrying in school, and ease of handgun access are decreasing, according to a study published online July 7 in Pediatrics.... Read more
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Oregon infants sickened by lead in recalled Target baby foodTwo babies in Oregon became ill with lead poisoning after eating baby food from Target that had been previously recalled, Oregon health officials said.... Read more
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Three years in, research shows regional and personal differences in use of 988 lifelineWho is most likely to use 988, the national suicide and crisis lifeline launched on July 16, 2022?... Read more
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How strong is your weed? Study shows labels often misrepresent potencyNearly half of cannabis flower products are inaccurately labeled when it comes to potency, with most showing they contain more THC than they really do. Meanwhile, labels on cannabis concentrates like oils and waxes tend to be accurate, with 96% shown to match what's inside.... Read more
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Do women have to pee more often? The answer is surprisingly complex"Are we stopping again already?" It's a familiar complaint on family road trips and one that's often aimed at women. From sitcoms to stand-up routines, the idea that women have smaller bladders has become a cultural punchline. But is it anatomically accurate?... Read more
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American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study findsThe health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity, chronic diseases and mental health problems like depression, a new study says.... Read more
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Survey: A third of Californians use cannabis, but many don't know the risksResearchers at the University of California San Diego have completed a landmark survey of more than 5,000 Californians to study the effects of Proposition 64: The Adult Use of Marijuana Act, which made recreational cannabis use legal for adults 21 years of age and older across the state in 2016.... Read more
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Heat-related illnesses among children on the riseHigher summer temperatures are resulting in more children seeking emergency care for heat-related illnesses, with nearly 1 in 5 needing hospitalization, according to new research from UT Southwestern Medical Center published in Academic Pediatrics.... Read more
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A Māori worldview describes the immune system as a guardian—this could improve public health in Aotearoa NZIn biomedical science, the immune system is described as a cellular defense network that identifies and neutralizes threats. In te ao Māori (the Māori worldview), it can be seen as a dynamic system of guardianship, known as te pūnaha awhikiri.... Read more
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Salmonella cases are at ten-year high in England—here's what you can do to keep yourself safeSalmonella cases in England are the highest they've been in a decade, according to recent UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) data. There was a 17% increase in cases observed from 2023 to 2024—culminating in 10,388 detected infections last year. Children and older adults accounted for around a fifth of cases.... Read more
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The NHS ten-year health plan is missing a crucial ingredient: NatureThe UK government has finally unveiled its much-anticipated ten-year Plan for improving England's health. It contains a long-overdue focus on prevention, after years of sidestepping by previous administrations.... Read more
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The 'Mind' diet is good for cognitive health—here's what foods you should put on your plateThere's long been evidence that what we eat can affect our risk of dementia, Alzheimer's disease and cognitive decline as we age. But can any one diet actually keep the brain strong and lower dementia risk? Evidence suggests the so-called "Mind diet" might.... Read more
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Study reveals what UK patients want from GPsBritain's patients have revealed what they really want from their GPs—and it's far more than just a quick appointment.... Read more