In a recent study published in the journal Nature Human Behaviorresearchers conducted a meta-analytic study to estimate the effect size of touch therapies and to identify characteristics that influence their efficacy. Touch is a crucial sense that develops in babies and is the first way humans connect with the physical and social environment. Touch therapies, …
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A farm-to-table class is offered at Maysville High School in Maysville Students learned to hunt, butcher animals, process the meat and prepare it for cooking Teachers said the courses are important as Americans struggle with rising grocery bills Students at a Missouri high school begin their school day with a morning hunt, then proceed to …
The risk of increased health care use among children with a chronic illness is higher for those who also have a sleep disorder, according to a new study that examined Medicaid claims data. The study found that among children who had a chronic illness, those who also had a diagnosed sleep disorder were nearly twice …
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A recent study published in nutrients reported that maternal fish intake during pregnancy had no effect on the cardiovascular health of children born to these mothers at 11 years of age. study: Maternal seafood consumption during pregnancy and cardiovascular health of children at 11 years of age. Image credit: Tomsickova Tatyana / Shutterstock.com Background Cardiovascular …
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As cities around the world continue to attract young people for jobs, education and social opportunities, a new study has identified characteristics that could support the mental health of young city dwellers. The findings, based on survey responses from a global panel of adolescents and young adults, provide a set of priorities that urban planners …
News Lifestyle Fitness Can’t catch those zzz’s? Exercise can be the cure for your sleepy feeling A recent study highlights the link between sleep quality, daily schedule and the crucial role of exercise. Here are some reasons why exercise is linked to better sleep (Source: Pexels) Tossing and turning all night? Counting sheep doesn’t work …
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In a recent review article published in nutrientsresearchers summarized what is known about the effects of excessive maternal folic acid (FA) supplementation on children. Study: Risk of excessive maternal folic acid supplementation in the offspring. Image credit: luchschenF/Shutterstock.com They concluded that while folic acid is an extremely important nutrient, higher-than-required maternal fatty acid intake may …
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Adults who had amblyopia (“lazy eye”) in childhood are more likely to develop hypertension, obesity and metabolic syndrome in adulthood, as well as an increased risk of heart attack, a new study led by UCL researchers has found. When the study was published in eClinicalMedicinethe authors emphasize that although they found an association, their research …
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The host Julie Rovner KFF Health News @jrovner Julie Rovner is the chief Washington correspondent and host of KFF Health News’ weekly health policy podcast, “What the Health?” A noted expert on health policy issues, Julie is the author of the critically acclaimed reference book Health Policy and Policy from A to Z”, which is …
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A new collaborative study between Boston Medical Center, Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston Children’s Hospital, Hennepin Health Research Institute, University of Pennsylvania and Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia finds that exposure to neighborhood violence among children is associated with unmet health care needs and increased utilization in urgent care. Posted in American Journal of Preventive Medicine …
