University of Sydney
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healthLargest Opioid Review Finds Popular Painkillers Offer Little Relief and High Risk
A University of Sydney review of studies covering over 50 pain conditions reveals opioids often perform no better than a placebo while carrying severe addiction risks.
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healthStudy Identifies Optimal Daily Steps to Counteract Sedentary Health Risks
New research from the University of Sydney and UK Biobank reveals that 9,000 to 10,000 daily steps significantly reduce cardiovascular disease and mortality risks for highly sedentary adults.
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healthStudy: Alcohol Fuels Cravings for Savory, High-Calorie Foods
New research suggests alcohol increases cravings for savory foods, potentially driving overeating in those who consume ultra-processed diets.
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healthDiet Change Can Reduce Biological Age in Older Adults in Just Four Weeks
University of Sydney study finds short-term diet changes can lower biological age in adults 65-75. Plant-based and complex carb diets show most improvement.
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healthHouse Crickets Show Signs of Pain, Research Suggests
A new University of Sydney study finds crickets groom and protect injured antennae, meeting key criteria for sentience.
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healthSmall Lifestyle Adjustments Cut Cardiovascular Risks
Adding 11 more minutes of sleep, 4.5 mins of MVPA, and a quarter cup of veggies daily slashes heart risks by 10% over 8 years.
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healthExtra Sleep Linked to Major Heart Health Benefits
Study shows 11 minutes more nightly sleep reduces cardiovascular risk by 10%.
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healthCannabis Unlikely to Treat Mental Health Disorders
A major study finds no strong evidence that medicinal cannabinoids help with depression, anxiety, or PTSD, raising concerns about widespread use.