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OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Heat Deaths Have Doubled in the U.S. in Recent Decades, Study Finds

Heat-related deaths in the U.S. are escalating, with 2023 marking the hottest year and a notable 117% increase over 24 years.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

NPR Exclusive: U.S. overdose deaths plummet, saving thousands of lives

Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a hopeful decline of 10.6%, signaling a potential turning point in the crisis.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ultra-processed food increases risk of early death, international study finds

Ultra-processed food consumption significantly increases early death risk, with a 10% increase raising the risk by 3% per study.
OMG science
fromFortune Europe
8 months ago

Extreme heat and humidity are causing 47,000 deaths across Europe-here's what it does to the human body

Extreme heat poses significant health risks, leading to thousands of deaths globally, particularly affecting vulnerable populations.
Rising temperatures and increased frequency of heat waves reflect the broader impact of climate change on public health.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Fentanyl deaths in the U.S. have dropped faster than expected, CDC says

Overdose deaths in the U.S. have decreased by 12.7%, marking the largest recorded reduction and a potential annual total below 100,000.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

Heat Deaths Have Doubled in the U.S. in Recent Decades, Study Finds

Heat-related deaths in the U.S. are escalating, with 2023 marking the hottest year and a notable 117% increase over 24 years.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

NPR Exclusive: U.S. overdose deaths plummet, saving thousands of lives

Drug overdose deaths in the U.S. have seen a hopeful decline of 10.6%, signaling a potential turning point in the crisis.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Ultra-processed food increases risk of early death, international study finds

Ultra-processed food consumption significantly increases early death risk, with a 10% increase raising the risk by 3% per study.
OMG science
fromFortune Europe
8 months ago

Extreme heat and humidity are causing 47,000 deaths across Europe-here's what it does to the human body

Extreme heat poses significant health risks, leading to thousands of deaths globally, particularly affecting vulnerable populations.
Rising temperatures and increased frequency of heat waves reflect the broader impact of climate change on public health.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
6 months ago

Fentanyl deaths in the U.S. have dropped faster than expected, CDC says

Overdose deaths in the U.S. have decreased by 12.7%, marking the largest recorded reduction and a potential annual total below 100,000.
more#public-health
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

US study links everyday plastics to heart disease DW 04/29/2025

Household plastic chemicals linked to increased heart disease mortality, notably in Middle East and South Asia.
#longevity
Medicine
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Women Live Longer Than MenBut Not in Medicine

Doctors show comparable mortality rates between men and women, contrary to general population trends where women live longer.
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago
US news

New Study Has Plenty to Say on Wealthy Americans' Longevity

Wealth alone isn't the only determinant of longevity, with geographical factors playing a critical role.
Medicine
fromtime.com
1 month ago

Women Live Longer Than MenBut Not in Medicine

Doctors show comparable mortality rates between men and women, contrary to general population trends where women live longer.
fromInsideHook
3 weeks ago
US news

New Study Has Plenty to Say on Wealthy Americans' Longevity

Wealth alone isn't the only determinant of longevity, with geographical factors playing a critical role.
more#longevity
#health-disparities
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Cancer deaths are declining, but diagnoses are rising especially among younger women

Cancer mortality has significantly declined, but young women face rising incidence rates despite improvements in detection and treatment.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Mortality gap between Black, white Americans narrows, except for infants - Harvard Gazette

The gap in infant mortality rates between Black and white Americans is increasing despite overall improvements in life expectancy for both groups.
fromHarvard Gazette
5 months ago
Women in technology

Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette

Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
OMG science
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Cancer deaths are declining, but diagnoses are rising especially among younger women

Cancer mortality has significantly declined, but young women face rising incidence rates despite improvements in detection and treatment.
fromHarvard Gazette
4 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Mortality gap between Black, white Americans narrows, except for infants - Harvard Gazette

The gap in infant mortality rates between Black and white Americans is increasing despite overall improvements in life expectancy for both groups.
fromHarvard Gazette
5 months ago
Women in technology

Warning for younger women: Be vigilant on breast cancer risk - Harvard Gazette

Breast cancer rates show a concerning increase, particularly in younger women and certain racial groups, despite overall mortality improvements.
more#health-disparities
Health
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

People With A.D.H.D. Are Likely to Die Significantly Earlier Than Their Peers, Study Finds

People with A.D.H.D. die significantly earlier than those without the condition, indicating critical health disparities.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Scottish government must do more to control salmon farming, inquiry finds

Scottish government criticized for slow salmon farming regulation amidst high mortality rates and welfare concerns.
Health
fromOpen Culture
3 months ago

Do You Really Need to Take 10,000 Steps a Day?

The 10,000 steps guideline is a marketing creation, not a scientific standard.
Walking 4,400 steps a day can significantly reduce mortality rates, especially in women.
Health benefits of walking persist beyond 7,500 steps, with further reductions in health risks.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Hospital trust where Lucy Letby worked feared reputational harm', inquiry hears

The hospital trust prioritized reputation over infant safety, undermining care quality, which contributed to tragic outcomes and increased mortality rates.
Medicine
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago

Night-time ICU discharge linked to higher death risk, research shows

Night-time discharges from hospitals are linked to higher mortality rates, highlighting the risks associated with reduced staffing and resources during these hours.
Medicine
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago

An Obesity Drug Prevents Covid Deaths, Study Suggests

Wegovy significantly reduces the risk of death from Covid-19 among users, highlighting its potential additional benefits beyond weight loss.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
8 months ago

Empowering NYC's Aging Population as Climate Change Heats Up

Empowering older adults to stay cool promotes independence and improves quality of life.
Medicine
fromsilive
8 months ago

Here's why the rate of this cancer has nearly doubled in New York over past 2 decades

Thyroid cancer incidence rates in New York have almost doubled over the past two decades, primarily due to increased screening, with mortality rates remaining stable.
#overseas-surgeries
fromIrish Independent
11 months ago
Medicine

Warning over 'medical tourism' after three women die following overseas surgeries

It is crucial to consider the risks associated with going overseas for surgeries, especially bariatric procedures.
fromIrish Independent
11 months ago
Medicine

Warning over 'medical tourism' after three Irish women die following overseas surgeries

Consider risks of overseas surgeries; Irish surgeons concerned about complications and lack of follow-up care.
fromIrish Independent
11 months ago
Medicine

Warning over 'medical tourism' after three women die following overseas surgeries

It is crucial to consider the risks associated with going overseas for surgeries, especially bariatric procedures.
fromIrish Independent
11 months ago
Medicine

Warning over 'medical tourism' after three Irish women die following overseas surgeries

Consider risks of overseas surgeries; Irish surgeons concerned about complications and lack of follow-up care.
more#overseas-surgeries
fromThe Haitian Times
10 months ago
Medicine

Free or low-cost health care around the country Haitian immigrants should know

Haitian immigrants face healthcare challenges including racism, xenophobia, and lack of proper information, leading to disparities in mortality rates for preventable conditions.
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