public health
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healthIndoor Habits May Fuel Global Surge in Myopia, New Study Suggests
Research indicates that sustained indoor near work, not just screen time, could be a primary driver of rising myopia rates worldwide. Experts explore the physiological mechanisms.
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healthInfluencer Drinking Sparks Youth Desire: New Study Reveals Social Media Impact
A Rutgers Health and Harvard University study finds that young adults exposed to influencers drinking alcohol on social media exhibit a significantly increased desire to consume it.
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healthPregnancy and Antidepressants: Two-Thirds Halt Treatment, Risking Mental Health Emergencies
A new analysis reveals a significant trend of women discontinuing antidepressant medication during pregnancy, leading to a doubled risk of mental health crises.
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healthSingle Vaccine Targets Flu and COVID-19, Shows Promising Results
New multicomponent mRNA vaccine demonstrates safety and robust immune response against influenza and COVID-19 in early trials.
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healthEurope's Hidden Health Crisis: The $16 Billion Cost of Noise Pollution
Excessive noise pollution impacts 20% of Europe's population, leading to premature deaths, cardiovascular disease, and developmental issues in children.
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healthMeasles Case Aboard SIA Flight Unlinked to Singapore Outbreak
Singapore's health authorities confirm a measles infection on a Singapore Airlines flight is not connected to domestic cases, providing clarity amid global health concerns.
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healthColorectal Cancer Now Tops Cancer Deaths for Americans Under 50
Colorectal cancer has surpassed all other cancer types as the leading cause of death for individuals under 50 in the United States, a concerning new trend.
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healthHPV Vaccine Breakthrough: Fewer Screenings Needed for Cervical Cancer
New study suggests HPV vaccination significantly reduces the need for cervical cancer screenings for women vaccinated by age 30.