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How Daily Routines Shape the Lives of Older Adults

January 1, 2026

Older adults' daily routines are influenced by their physical abilities, sensory functions, and how they feel about their health. These routines include activities like moderate-to-vigorous exercise, light physical activities, sitting around, and sleep. Most studies look at these activities separate

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What Makes Italians Stick to the Mediterranean Diet?

December 18, 2025

The Mediterranean diet is well-known for its health benefits. But what makes people in Italy follow it? A recent study looked into this. It found that many things influence this choice. These include social, economic, cultural, and family factors. Also, how people see food plays a big role. The stu

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Smartphone Habits and Health: What's the Link for Spanish Students?

November 28, 2025

Smartphone use is a big part of life for many students. But is it becoming too big? A recent study looked at this question among Spanish university students. It found that over a third of them might be using their phones in unhealthy ways. The study asked students about their phone habits, health,

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Understanding Risks: How Pregnant Women See Heart and Metabolic Health Challenges

July 11, 2025

Pregnancy can bring about serious health issues related to the heart and metabolism. These issues can lead to bigger health problems later in life. But how aware are pregnant women and new moms about these risks? This review looks into how women who are at high risk see their chances of facing these

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Understanding the Hidden Struggles of Men with Chronic Illnesses

July 1, 2025

Men often keep their feelings to themselves, especially when dealing with health issues. This makes it tough to manage depressive symptoms. Social connections and daily habits play a big role in how men cope with these feelings. A recent study looked at non-Hispanic Black and Hispanic men over 40 wh

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Why Some People Who Use Drugs Are Ready to Change

June 26, 2025

People who inject drugs often face big hurdles when thinking about quitting. A recent study looked at what makes someone ready to change their drug use habits. Researchers talked to 472 people in Los Angeles and Denver between 2021 and 2022. They found that people were at different stages of readine

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Vaccine Timing: How Your Personal Schedule Might Impact Your Shot

June 15, 2025

The COVID-19 vaccine rollout has been a complex process. People's choices about when to get vaccinated have been influenced by many factors. One surprising factor is how people manage their time. People who are more future-oriented tend to plan ahead. They often think about long-term goals a

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Can Digital Tools Help Heart Patients Stay Healthy at Home?

June 4, 2025

Chinese patients with cardiovascular diseases face a tough time after leaving the hospital. They need to adopt healthier habits to avoid future health problems. One way to help them do this is through digital tools. These tools can be found on popular apps like WeChat. They can guide patients in cha

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Latino Communities and Genetic Testing: What Drives Their Decisions?

May 19, 2025

Genetic testing has been a hot topic in health circles for years. However, not much thought has gone into how different communities view it. This is especially true for Latino groups. Researchers have looked at attitudes and clinical processes. Yet, they often miss out on using helpful theories. One

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Pets and Pandemic: How Fido and Whiskers Affect Our Health Choices

May 16, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we live our lives. It has also changed how we interact with our pets. During this time, many people have wondered if their furry friends influence their health decisions. There is a lot of evidence that suggests they do. The idea is that dogs and cats ca