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Oceane Duboust

wellbeing

People who are socially disadvantaged may age faster, new study finds

For certain conditions, those who were more disadvantaged had twice as high a risk of developing age-associated diseases.

Health news

Microplastics may make bacteria more resistant to antibiotics

Microplastics made it more difficult for drugs to be efficient, researchers say.

Health news

Men with better quality sperm may live longer, study finds

The quality of semen could be an indicator of overall health for men, experts told Euronews Health.

Health news

Just 1 in 9 people in France has optimal heart health, study finds

The study also found there were wide disparities depending on gender and socioeconomic background.

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Health news

Social media posts on medical tests are often misleading, study finds

‘Misleading’ posts about medical tests could lead to overdiagnosis, unnecessary treatment, and impact patients’ mental health, researchers said.

Tech News

UK opens investigations into TikTok and Reddit over children’s data

“The responsibility to keep children safe online lies firmly at the door of the companies,” the UK information commissioner said.

Nutrition

Scientists unlock new health benefit from world's most consumed drink

Brewing tea can act as filter against potentially harmful heavy metals in drinking water, a new study has found.

Health news

Common gynaecological conditions linked to higher heart disease risk

Chronic inflammation, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic issues such as insulin resistance could contribute to the risk, researchers said.

Tech News

Bluesky partners with charity to curb online child sexual abuse

The social media platform will have access to a new range of tools to detect harmful material.

Health news

Power outages after Russian attacks hampering Ukraine health workers

Over 25 per cent of healthcare workers in Ukraine reported power outages daily, a report from NGOs has shown. On the ground, the impact is being felt.

Health news

Body’s internal clock could play a role in teens’ late eating habits

Overweight or obese adolescents ate more calories later in the evening, a new study found.

Nutrition

Eating an egg a week could help lower risk of dying from heart disease

Those who reported consuming up to six eggs per week showed a 29 per cent lower risk of cardiovascular disease-related death.

Health news

GLP-1 drug akin to Ozempic showed no benefits for Parkinson’s disease

GLP-1 drugs are being explored as potential treatments for a range of conditions.

Health news

Consumer groups launch petition to ban aspartame in Europe

This follows the classification of aspartame, a common sweetener, as “possibly carcinogenic to humans” by the World Health Organization.

Work

77% of people have used AI in job searches, a new survey finds

Despite the high adoption rate, "profound disparities persist," an expert said about using AI tools in job search.

Health news

Paris organises mocktail competition to highlight Dry January benefits

Taking a break from drinking in January leads to less alcohol consumption in the following months “and drinking less is better for your health,” an expert said.

Health news

Mental health hospital admissions for young people rise by 65%

Hospital admissions for eating disorders and those among girls aged 11 to 15 had particularly steep increases.

Tech News

1 in 12 children globally exposed to online sexual abuse content

This figure points to "the need for increased legislation and primary prevention efforts to keep children safe," the researchers wrote in the study.

Nutrition

Fizzy water could play a role in aiding weight loss, new study claims

A balanced diet and regular exercise remain the main leverages if you want to lose weight, the researchers noted.

Nutrition

Scientists link eating red meat with increased dementia risk

Could consuming large amounts of processed red meat be bad for your brain? New research suggests it might.

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