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EXPERT REACTION: We're all drinking microplastics, and we don

WebMedia Release From: World Health Organization (WHO) WHO calls for more research into microplastics and a crackdown on plastic pollution. 22 August 2019 | …

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Lake ‘healthcare screening’ needed to safeguard global human …

WebLakes are considered the lifeblood of numerous ecosystems worldwide and are facing a health crisis that could potentially impact the millions of people dependent …

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Stigma is stopping mentally ill athletes seeking help

WebStigma was the most commonly reported factor preventing elite athletes with mental health issues from seeking help, in the belief that mental ill health is a sign of weakness rather …

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EXPERT REACTION: Junk food linked to over 30 physical, mental …

WebPeople: This is a study based on research using people. Eating more junk foods such as soft drinks, packaged snacks and sugary cereals is associated with a …

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Not always greener: vegetarian diet quality influences mental health

WebMedia release. Not all vegan and vegetarian diets are healthy - and one consequence of a low-quality plant-based diet could be poorer mental health. New …

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EXPERT REACTION: Eating less meat

WebThe nutrition guideline recommending the least amount of red meat is the EAT Lancet planetary diet, which recommends around 7g a day of red meat (or 35g a day …

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After the Fires reveals urgent mental health needs of bushfire

WebThe final Curtin University-led After the Fires report has highlighted the mental health struggles of first responders in the aftermath of the devastating Black …

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The clear message on promoting body positivity

WebPeer-reviewed: This work was reviewed and scrutinised by relevant independent experts. Experimental study: At least one thing in the experiment was …

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Older people reluctant to seek help for mental health concerns

WebMs Adams found that 41 per cent of older adults with chronic disease did not intend to seek help for their mental health, even if they needed to. “One in seven …

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You've heard of lab grown meat, are you ready for rice-grown beef

WebFor every 100 g of protein produced, hybrid rice is estimated to release less than 6.27 kg of CO2, while beef releases 49.89 kg. If commercialized, the hybrid rice …

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Using the wrong gender pronouns can harm the health of trans

WebMisgendering negatively affects the mental and physical health of trans individuals and may impact their future engagement with the health care system, …

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5 million climate related deaths a year linked to abnormal

WebPeople: This is a study based on research using people. More than five million extra deaths a year can be attributed to abnormally hot and cold temperatures caused by …

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Hospital at Home is a growing trend in Aussie healthcare

WebCare delivered as 'Hospital in the Home' is growing rapidly in Australia, with fewer hospital re-admissions and fewer deaths, according to Australian research. …

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Not eating for 14 hours a day may come with many benefits

WebMedia Release. Pilot study finds time-restricted eating has benefits for people at risk for diabetes. Previous studies have looked at employing time-restricted eating …

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EXPERT REACTION: Māori diabetes inequality has persisted for

WebProfessor Simmons said Type 2 diabetes affects 250,000 people in New Zealand, and this study is the first to compare health outcomes in Māori, Pasifika and …

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Reflecting on medicine's role in the Holocaust is crucial to

WebMedia release From: The Lancet Peer-reviewed/ review, analysis and opinion. The Lancet: Studying medicine, Nazism, and the Holocaust crucial to strengthening …

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Instant rice packs a plastic punch

WebKey facts: Washing rice reduced plastics contamination by 20-40%. Plastics in instant rice 4x higher than uncooked rice, averaging 13mg/serve. Australians consume …

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Canva joins fight against COVID-19

WebCanva has today announced it is providing all public health organizations around the world free lifetime licences for Canva Pro in an effort to combat the …

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