Suicide prevention often focuses on obvious signs like depression or past attempts. But new research shows that half of people who die by suicide don't show these typical warning signs. This means many at-risk individuals might be overlooked. Researchers studied genetic data from over 2, 700 people who died by suicide. They found that those without prior signs had f...
A big study looked at jobs and high blood pressure in older Australians. Over 12, 000 healthy people, all over 70, shared details about their careers. Researchers grouped similar jobs together, finding 10 categories for men and 13 for women. The study found that some jobs were linked to higher chances of high blood pressure. For men, managers and tradespersons had t...
Asthma is a serious condition affecting many children across the United States. However, there is a gap in understanding how parents manage their children's asthma during periods of poor air quality. This is particularly relevant in Cache Valley, Utah, where air quality is a significant concern for many families. Parents in this region are acutely aware of the impac...
People with chronic kidney disease (CKD) often face a higher chance of early death. But what if managing multiple risk factors could change that? A study set out to find out if controlling these risks could lower the extra mortality linked to CKD. First, it's important to understand that CKD is a serious condition. It means the kidneys are not working as well as the...
Ever wonder if what you eat affects your hearing? A recent study dug into this idea. It looked at how well older adults get important tiny nutrients from food and if that's linked to hearing problems. The research focused on folks living in their own homes. It checked if eating a good mix of nutrients might help keep hearing sharp. This isn't about one specific vita...
In a bustling ICU, patients on ventilators often face a scary and confusing condition called delirium. This happens to a lot of them, making them feel upset and disoriented. But what if a simple recording of a loved one's voice could help? Researchers tested this idea. They took 178 patients and split them into two groups. One group listened to short, recorded messa...
Researchers dug into how healthy living habits affect the lifespan of postmenopausal women in the U. S. They looked at two sets of health metrics: Life's Essential 8 (LE8) and Life's Crucial 9 (LC9). The study focused on a large group of women who had gone through menopause. It aimed to see how their scores on these health scales connected to their risk of dying fro...
Researchers dug into how vitamin D levels might affect muscle health in older folks. They focused on sarcopenia, which is the loss of muscle mass and strength that can happen as people age. The study looked at both men and women over two years to see if there was a link between vitamin D and this condition. The team measured vitamin D levels in the blood and tracked...
Air pollution is not just bad for your lungs; it might also be harming your brain. Scientists have found a strong link between certain air pollutants and a higher chance of developing dementia. This is a big deal because dementia already affects millions of people worldwide, and that number is expected to grow. Researchers looked at data from over 29 million people ...
Cancer survivors in the USA have a lot on their minds. One big question is how to stay healthy and live longer. A recent study looked into this. It found that balancing physical activity with sitting time might be key. The study focused on something called the Physical Activity and Sitting Time Balance Index (PASTBI). This index measures how much people move versus ...