The Hill

OCTOBER 31, 2024

That protection remains even if the children begin eating more sugar after age 2, according to findings published on Thursday in Science. Despite recommendations by public health authorities that children avoid added sugars in food — or foods that have been sweetened in addition to their natural ingredients — about 85 percent of U.S.

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Exploring Health

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

by Alya Khoury New Study Finds Link Between Sleep Issues and Dementia By Ralph Ellis , WebMD A new publication in Neurology suggests that older adults who feel fatigue during the day are more likely to develop dementia. Leroy and colleagues study suggests that proactive measures now could prevent impairment later as we age.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Lead exposure has been silently fueling a mental health crisis in the United States. Unveiling the Hidden Toll of Lead Exposure on Mental Health The featured study 2 examined the profound impact of lead exposure on Americans' mental health throughout the 20th century. For every 5 g/dL increase in childhood BLLs, there was a 1.34-point

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

It’s long been acknowledged that obesity in American adults is a public health problem. The Threat of Ultraprocessed Foods to Liver Health Could the ultraprocessed foods your child regularly consumes be silently fueling serious liver diseases? adolescents aged 12 to 19 years are grappling with MASLD. According to the U.S.

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KFF Health News

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Recently, I became interested in the issue of how retirees whose professions defined their persona can, after age 80, as a “senior senior,” continue to be a person of substantiality. I created the Glorious Age of Aging to look at this issue over six hourlong meetings over three months. I use Uber as well as drive.

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Fund for Public Health NYC

JANUARY 28, 2025

The NYC Health Department has released a new strategy to address the root causes of chronic diseases, which are the leading causes of death for New Yorkers. This comprehensive report, part of the HealthyNYC initiative, outlines a plan to reduce health inequities and promote healthier lives for all.

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Research America

JULY 15, 2024

A June 2024 survey exploring Americans’ attitudes on food, diet, health, and nutrition found that respondents see food price (72%), unhealthy eating patterns (54%), and affordability of healthy foods (48%) as the greatest food issues facing the U.S. adults on a variety of food and nutrition issues. America.

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Exploring Health

JANUARY 15, 2025

Teaching Medical Students to Use Telehealth Can Reduce Rural Health Inequities Telehealth use has skyrocketed since the COVID-19 pandemic. Contributing factors include lower levels of physical activity and poor nutrition, coupled with limited access to healthcare services. Medical students have yet to be taught how to use it.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

This addiction is not just about taste preferences; it’s a ticking time bomb for severe health issues. These health problems are harbingers of more significant issues like heart disease and diabetes, setting the stage for a future fraught with chronic health challenges. One of the most immediate concerns is tooth decay.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 3, 2024

As you enter your golden years, your protein needs become increasingly important for maintaining health and functionality. A recent analysis of data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) reveals, however, that many Americans over 50 are not meeting their recommended daily protein intake.

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Among their many functions is a remarkable process called biohydrogenation, 1 in which these microbial "workers" convert normal levels of unsaturated fats from the cows diet into stable, health-promoting saturated fats. This oversimplified story hasn't just shaped public opinion it's fundamentally altered our food system.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 21, 2024

an adjunct professor of chemistry, exercise physiology, nutrition, and sports bioenergetics. Admittedly this is a dense scientific discussion on the fine details of the specifics of resistance training as a form of health. Peat was a biologist with a specialization in physiology. What Are Concentric and Eccentric Exercises?

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BU School of Public Health Blog

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Research Flavonoid-Rich Fruit Consumption in Midlife May Ward Off Late-Life Dementia A new study found that higher intake of flavonoid-rich fruits in middle-aged adults was significantly associated with a lower risk of dementia, compared to a low intake of these fruits.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 29, 2024

In a powerful episode of Doctors and Scientists on Childrens Health Defense TV, host Brian Hooker, Ph.D., 1 Rapoport and Isles, both advocates for maternal and infant health, shared insights into the bodys innate wisdom and the need for nurturing practices that respect natural design. This shift is largely due to strategic marketing.

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Mercola

OCTOBER 28, 2024

This deficiency is associated with several serious health complications, including neurological problems such as peripheral neuropathy and hematological issues like anemia, both of which negatively impact quality of life. The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes is escalating globally, posing a significant public health challenge.

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Mercola

MARCH 16, 2025

Early-onset colorectal cancer, defined as colorectal cancer diagnosed before the age of 45, is becoming an increasingly pressing health issue in the U.S. 1 Additionally, the age-standardized incidence rate per 100,000 population climbed by 34% during the same period. What's the Role of Gut Bacteria in Colon Cancer?

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

2 The shift from infectious diseases to chronic, noncommunicable ailments began in the early 1900s, driven by improvements in sanitation, nutrition and medical technology. As the population ages and lifestyles change, the prevalence of chronic diseases continues to climb. million Americans aged 65 and over currently affected.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

million students in the United States are served school lunches, according to the School Nutrition Association. 1 For many children, these meals are a key source of nutrition. Lead exposure poses one of the most serious threats to human health, particularly in children. Every day, about 28.6

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Mercola

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Ultraprocessed foods — industrial creations made with ingredients like hydrogenated seed oils, high-fructose corn syrup and artificial additives — have infiltrated modern diets at an alarming rate, with dire consequences to children’s health. 3 These foods are far from nutritionally balanced, and they set the stage for numerous health issues.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Fluoride has been widely used since the 1930s to prevent dental caries, a significant global health issue affecting millions, especially children. Fluoride is introduced into public water supplies to bolster dental health, a practice endorsed by numerous health authorities as both safe and cost-effective.

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Mercola

JANUARY 26, 2025

If left untreated, Type 2 diabetes leads to serious health complications. The prevalence of Type 2 diabetes has been steadily increasing worldwide, posing a significant public health challenge. Many individuals remain undiagnosed until they experience significant health issues. 1 Nearly 10.5% In the U.S.

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Mercola

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

If you're breastfeeding while relying on these drugs and experience a significant dip in these nutrients, your baby's long-term health could be at stake. This adds an urgent layer to discussions about whether to adjust or avoid certain drugs during lactation to safeguard an infant's nutrition.

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Mercola

JANUARY 13, 2025

Beyond vision impairment, myopia leads to other health and lifestyle issues. Children aged 8 and 17 experienced the most substantial increases, with a 25% rise in myopia cases. Children with myopia struggle academically and socially, affecting their overall development and quality of life. higher risk.

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Frontiers

MAY 20, 2021

That was when I stumbled across a paper by Ben-Shahar et al (2002) describing the effect of gene expression on the age-related transition of worker honey bees from nurses to foragers. Additionally, nutritional stress is often studied either in honey bees or non-honey bees. That’s where my research comes in.

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

High blood pressure is a health concern that middle-aged adults and the elderly usually contend with, however, new research suggests that this silent killer is now affecting the lives of American children at an alarming rate. These include "low education, low income, no health insurance, food insecurity and no or limited employment."

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Mercola

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

However, the International Journal of Risk & Safety in Medicine study 2 highlights significant safety concerns and questions the drug’s effectiveness in this vulnerable age group. 4 Understanding these alternatives is key for making informed decisions about mental health treatments for youth.

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Gideon

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Whether you are a student of nursing, health sciences, public health, or another specialty, you may be interested in expanding your knowledge of epidemiology. Public health and government agencies prevent the spread of emerging infectious diseases on their shores.

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Mercola

JANUARY 12, 2025

1 The data, from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) spanning August 2021 to August 2023, reveal that the overall prevalence of diabetes in the U.S. 3 This gender disparity suggests that men may need to be even more vigilant about their health concerning diabetes. has climbed to 15.8%.

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Mercola

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Childhood obesity, a condition characterized by excessive body fat, poses significant health risks to young individuals. Children with obesity often experience a range of health issues that affect their physical and emotional well-being.

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Mercola

MARCH 25, 2025

Breast cancer is on the rise worldwide, and research increasingly points toward the often-overlooked role of environmental chemicals like triclosan as key contributors to this escalating health crisis. 1 The study used extensive data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), collected between 2005 and 2014.

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Mercola

JANUARY 20, 2025

adults aged 18 and older, utilizing the Quick Environmental Exposure and Sensitivity Inventory (QEESI), a validated tool for assessing sensitivity to chemical exposures. By reducing toxic exposures and addressing chemical intolerance, public health initiatives significantly mitigate risks and improve outcomes for future generations.

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Environmental Health News

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Onyenwe, a current fellow and a Health Scientist, Environmental Toxicologist and Public Health Emergency Responder at the U.S. It's like, at that age, my gosh, I don't know. So you're a health scientist, environmental toxicologist at the CDC. I wanted to be a baseball player. What about the scientific aspect?

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Frontiers

JUNE 30, 2022

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Fund for Public Health NYC

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Years NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (DOHMH) Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan today unveiled “ HealthyNYC , ” an ambitious plan to improve and extend the average lifespan of all New Yorkers. Read “ Using Law to Advance Population Health Planning ” in Health Affairs.

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Mercola

MARCH 11, 2025

million Americans over the age of 20 have heart failure, and this figure is expected to reach 8.5 They analyzed data from 14,468 adults who participated in the Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities (ARIC) study, tracking their health outcomes over 27 years. Heart failure is a growing problem in America. million people by 2030.

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Gideon

MARCH 12, 2020

Public Health professionals, the lay public, and politicians will conclude that this disease carries a “mortality rate” of 3.4%. Patients reported by official sources have a higher mean age and prevalence of underlying chronic disease than the general Chinese population (or international travelers).

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Your Local Epidemiologist

DECEMBER 27, 2024

I’m always surprised the public health community doesn’t do the same with what , given the impact that biosecurity, health, and the environment have on Americans’ quality of life, survival, and economy. So, consider this your end-of-the-year public health report for 2024! Every year, the U.S.

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