Olive oil consumption has been linked to lower cardiovascular disease risk, but its association with premature death was unclear
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New Study Emphasizes Critical Need for Diversity of Research Participants in Genetic Studies
Studies of whites dominate the research literature to date despite being one of the smallest populations worldwide. A new paper in Nature presents evidence that the field of human genetics must improve the diversity of research participants to avoid worsening existing health… Read More ›
Nutrient in plant-based foods may help lower heart disease risk
A type of molecule called a lignan, found in plant-based foods, may help lower heart disease risk, according to a new study by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers. The molecule, which is found in whole grains, fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds, red wine, and coffee, was… Read More ›
Are eggs good or bad for your health?
A new study suggests that regularly eating eggs can increase the risk of early death, but some experts are skeptical about the findings.
Cardiac arrest treatment that uses life support machine boosts survival
Using a life support machine to replicate the functions of the heart and lungs significantly improved the survival of people who suffered from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, according to a new study published today in The Lancet(link is external).
Cervical cancer elimination possible within two decades in the U.S.
Scaling up cervical cancer screening coverage in the U.S. to 90% could expedite elimination of the disease and avert more than 1,000 additional cases per year, according to a new study led by researchers from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
Following healthy lifestyle habits at middle age may increase years lived free of chronic diseases
Maintaining five healthy habits—eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, keeping a healthy body weight, not drinking too much alcohol, and not smoking—at middle-age may increase years lived free of type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and cancer, according to a new study led by Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.
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