The latest COVID-19 restrictions for restaurants and fast-food chains

Now that most social restrictions have ended, spending at US restaurants and fast-food chains has quickly rebounded from the lows of the pandemic.  In fact, according to data from The NPD Group/CREST,... Read more »

Air pollution could increase the risk of pregnancy complications 

It’s estimated that air pollution causes seven million deaths globally each year. According to WHO data, most people live in areas that exceed the guidelines for the limits on levels of pollutants,... Read more »

The link between healthy habits and happiness 

In recent years, there’s been a shift towards healthier lifestyle choices, like following a healthy diet and exercising on a regular basis.  Now, a study by researchers at the University of Kent... Read more »

Can switching to low-sodium salt alternatives improve heart health? 

Salt is known to increase the risk of certain diseases. But is switching to a low-sodium alternative beneficial? According to a recent study, it could be.  The new study, which was carried... Read more »

New Covid treatments offer solution for Delta variant and beyond

On Monday, Pfizer-BioNTech’s Comirnaty became the first Covid-19 vaccine to move past Emergency Use Authorization and gain full FDA approval in the United States. US politicians and public health authorities, including President... Read more »

The benefits of regular exercise for depression-related symptoms 

Exercise has many health benefits, including preventing illnesses and making it easier to lose weight. Now, a new study has found it may help relieve some symptoms of depression.   In a new... Read more »

How sleep deprivation affects the health of new mothers 

New parents often find themselves sleep-deprived. However, a new study has found that losing sleep may take years off new mothers’ lives.  The study was carried out by researchers from the University... Read more »

Study shows seat belt use declined in the last year 

For over 50 years, seat belts have been standard in cars and trucks. Most countries have laws requiring drivers and passengers to use them. However, a recent study has shown that, in... Read more »

Emergency care for opioid overdoses increased during the pandemic 

A number of studies have found that increased alcohol and drug use have been a serious side effect of the COVID-19 pandemic.  On top of this, a new study carried out by... Read more »

How long should women wait to conceive after pregnancy? 

  Many experts recommend that women wait at least 18 months to two years to get pregnant again after giving birth. However, according to a new study, it might not be necessary... Read more »