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Life expectancy is no longer rising as quickly as it did a century ago

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Life expectancy is no longer rising as quickly as it did a century ago
The question of how far life expectancy will rise in the future is a highly controversial topic among scientists. From today's perspective, life expectancy rose at an almost dizzying rate at the beginning of the 20th century. People born in 1900 lived to an average age of 62, whereas those born in 1938 lived to around 80.

1.580. People with schizophrenia have higher risk of COPD, study says

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People with schizophrenia are more likely to develop chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), suggesting a possible syndemic relationship between the two diseases, in addition to people not seeking appropriate medical care. A new article examining the link between COPD and schizophrenia was published in the July 2025 issue of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Diseases: Journal of the COPD Foundation.

1.581. Overweight older adults face lower risk of death after major surgery: Findings challenge current weight guidelines

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Older adults who are overweight may face a lower risk of death in the first 30 days following major elective surgery compared with those who have a normal body mass index (BMI), new research suggests.

1.582. Mouse neurons that identify friends in need and friends indeed

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A special set of neurons directs mice's attention to or away from their peers, depending on the situation. The Kobe University discovery has implications for finding causes for neuropsychiatric conditions such as autism spectrum disorder or schizophrenia.

1.583. Parental liver disease death more than doubles risk of alcohol-associated hepatitis in next generation

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Research scientists from the Indiana University School of Medicine and Regenstrief Institute have found that individuals with a parent who died from liver disease face more than double the risk of developing alcohol-associated hepatitis, one of the deadliest forms of alcohol-related liver disease, compared with similar heavy drinkers without that family history. The study is published in the journal Hepatology Communications.

1.584. Medicinal cannabis is most often prescribed for pain, anxiety and sleep—here's what the evidence says

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Medicinal cannabis use has increased rapidly in recent years in Australia. Since access pathways were expanded in 2016, more than 700,000 prescription approvals have been issued.

1.585. Could a 'cortisol cocktail' really reduce stress and boost energy?

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Have you heard of a "cortisol cocktail?" Rather than something you might order at a bar, this drink is one of the latest wellness trends floating around social media.

1.586. Do middle-aged women need to have their hormones checked?

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If you're a woman approaching middle age and you're on social media, you might have been urged to get your hormones checked.

1.587. Ventilation fixes can sharply cut toxic air in NYC nail salons

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A pilot study led by CUNY SPH researchers found that relatively simple steps to improve ventilation in New York City nail salons may drastically reduce workers' exposure to harmful airborne chemicals.

1.588. One in three people avoid learning about their own serious health risks, finds study

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A new review study by the Max Planck Institute for Human Development shows that nearly 1 in 3 people choose to avoid medical information about serious health conditions if they fear they may be affected. One of the main reasons driving this behavior is a lack of trust in the medical system. The study has been published in Annals of Behavioral Medicine.

1.589. Life expectancy is no longer rising as quickly as it did a century ago

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The question of how far life expectancy will rise in the future is a highly controversial topic among scientists. From today's perspective, life expectancy rose at an almost dizzying rate at the beginning of the 20th century. People born in 1900 lived to an average age of 62, whereas those born in 1938 lived to around 80.

1.590. Why do hamstring injuries happen so often and how can they be prevented?

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In a recent clash against the Melbourne Storm, the Brisbane Broncos endured a nightmare rarely seen in professional sport—three players tore their hamstrings in a single game. Two players, Adam Reynolds and Ezra Mam, went down in the same play.

1.591. Athlete performance model quantifies risk of future injury after returning to game play

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QUT researchers have created a powerful new tool that could predict when an athlete is at risk of suffering another injury when returning to play from a previous injury.

1.592. Light therapy provides new hope for Alzheimer's patients

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Researchers have developed a new light technology that appears to improve cognitive function in Alzheimer's patients in clinical trials. The hope is that the idea can be developed into ordinary lamps that people can install to prevent the disease.

1.593. Common painkillers linked to antibiotic resistance

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New research from the University of South Australia shows that ibuprofen and acetaminophen are quietly fueling one of the world's biggest health threats: antibiotic resistance.

1.594. Biodegradable self-healing hydrogel combined with acupuncture shows promise for Parkinson's disease

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Researchers at National Taiwan University developed a biodegradable, electroconductive self-healing hydrogel combined with acupuncture that restores motor function and protects brain neurons in Parkinson's disease models.

1.595. Eczema or psoriasis: How to tell which one you may have

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Eczema and psoriasis are common skin conditions, and they can both appear as rashes that may itch or burn. If you get rashes often, you might wonder if you have one or the other. In fact, you could have both eczema and psoriasis at the same time, but it's rare.

1.596. COVID-19 oral history archives offer roadmap for equitable public health solutions

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A new study highlights a transformative resource for public health: the unprecedented wave of COVID-19 oral history archives collected since the start of the pandemic.

1.597. Fresh insights into the inner workings of the developing brain could lead to autism treatments

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While there is a vast amount of information about the human brain and how it develops and works, much of the organ is still uncharted territory. But new research published in the journal Nature is giving us new insights into a type of brain cell called the GABAergic interneuron and its role in the developing brain. These findings could help explain how conditions like autism and brain disorders in children develop.

1.598. What to know about colon cancer

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Colon cancer screening myths and facts.

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