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Walking speed, step counts, and health implications

28 clusters · 128 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Walking speed and daily steps linked to lower mortality risk

Research continues to establish a strong correlation between walking patterns, cognitive health, and longevity. Studies indicate that walking 3,800 steps daily is associated with a 25 percent reduction in dementia risk,

Nutritional and lifestyle research on weight management

3 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Dietary habits and the impact of breakfast and oats on weight management

Recent research and initiatives have focused on the relationship between dietary habits, lifestyle factors, and weight control. In Croatia, the ‘Vrtim Zdravi Film’ initiative introduced ‘NutriPorcija doručka’, a visual

Advances in longevity science and biological aging research

28 clusters · 91 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Dietary patterns linked to slower biological aging in new study

Research into biological aging is transitioning from theoretical studies to clinical applications, focusing on extending ‘healthspan’. A significant milestone occurred in 2026 with the first drugs designed to reverse asp

Johns Hopkins blood pressure measurement study

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Improper arm positioning can skew blood pressure readings

A study led by Johns Hopkins researchers and published in JAMA Internal Medicine indicates that improper arm positioning during blood pressure measurements can cause significant inaccuracies. The research, involving 133

Medical research on blood test fasting requirements

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 22 days ago

Latest: Medical study questions necessity of fasting for routine blood tests

Research published in JAMA Internal Medicine suggests that the traditional medical practice of requiring patients to fast for 8 to 12 hours before routine blood tests may be unnecessary for most screenings. An analysis o

Health impacts of plant-based oil consumption

4 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 28 days ago

Latest: Olive oil consumption linked to reduced disease risks

Recent longitudinal studies have identified significant links between the consumption of plant-based oils and reduced mortality risks compared to saturated fats like butter. A study involving approximately 200,000 indivi

Veterinary sedatives in illicit drug supplies

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 30 days ago

Latest: Medetomidine veterinary sedative increasingly found in fentanyl supplies

Health officials and researchers have identified the increasing presence of potent veterinary sedatives within illicit drug supplies, specifically within fentanyl-related markets. Initial reports highlighted the extrem