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Weather extremes and your health: what to know

Weather affects where we live, what we do, and when we can do it. It can also impact our health. Temperature extremes, hot or cold,...

Troubled sleep may be linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes

As the Christmas holidays approach and we get caught up in the festive frenzy, researchers from the University of South Australia are urging people...

Are sleep pills doing more harm than good?

A recent report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) found that nearly one in five adults in America uses sleep medication. This...

Exercise in 20s may boost women’s heart health later in life

Staying active in your 20s could give you a healthier heart later on, according to a new study from The University of Queensland. Dr. Gregore...

Easy workouts boost cognitive function in older people

We often hear that high-intensity workouts are good for our brains, but what if you're not up for a hardcore gym session? New research...

Study shows higher obesity risk in people with bipolar disorders

A recent study from the University of Gothenburg highlights the troubling impact of the obesity pandemic on people with bipolar disorders. The study, published in...

Good sleep boosts resilience to stress, anxiety, and depression, says new study

Life's stressors have a way of affecting our mental health, but according to a new study from the University of York, good quality sleep...

Everyday chemicals may be fueling the obesity crisis

Obesity is a growing concern worldwide, and it's not a minor issue. According to the World Health Organization, the number of overweight people has...

How exercise and muscle health can affect diabetes and obesity

In a groundbreaking study, researchers from Helmholtz Munich and the German Institute of Human Nutrition Potsdam-Rehbrücke (DIfE) have revealed how exercise affects our muscles...

Morning and afternoon exercise may help lower type 2 diabetes risk

Physical activity has long been recommended as a preventive measure against type 2 diabetes. However, new research from Harvard University and Harvard Medical School suggests...