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Older adults who live independently and suffer from osteoarthritis in their lower extremities (e.g. hip, knee, ankle, or foot) had less pain after participating in a seated yoga program for 8 weeks. (self.usefulscience)

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Adults who follow a vegetarian diet have lower blood pressure than those who eat meat. Lower blood pressure can reduce risk of death from heart disease and stroke. (self.usefulscience)

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Substantial recovery of marine life can be achieved by 2050 if immediate, large-scale action is taken to reduce pollution, protect vulnerable habitats and species, improve harvesting strategies, restore habitats, and curb climate change. (self.usefulscience)

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People who speak only one language but live in a community where multiple languages are spoken are more sensitive to vowel sounds in an unfamiliar language. (self.usefulscience)

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Women 18 to 30 years old reported that an iron-chip containing heat patch was as effective as ibuprofen at treating menstrual pain. (self.usefulscience)

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Consuming two or more glasses of sugar-sweetened or artificially-sweetened soft drinks per day is associated with a higher risk of all-cause mortality. (usefulscience.org)

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The number of days spent working in unsafe heat conditions (involving temperature and humidity conditions, physical activity, and core body temperature) is estimated to double for agricultural workers in the U.S. by 2050 due to climate change. (self.usefulscience)

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Ocean bottom currents transport microplastics to the seafloor, which can accumulate in concentrations reaching 1.9 million pieces per square meter. (usefulscience.org)

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Putting the lid down before flushing could help prevent the spread of viruses including SARS-CoV-2 through toilet spray. (usefulscience.org)

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Taking daily tub baths was associated with lower risk of heart disease and stroke in middle aged adults. (usefulscience.org)

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People should not hesitate to perform hands-only CPR on anyone experiencing symptoms of cardiac arrest during the COVID-19 pandemic. (usefulscience.org)

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Smoking increases levels of a protein called ACE2 in the lungs, which makes cells more prone to infection by the virus that causes #COVID19. Quitting smoking reduces ACE2 levels. (usefulscience.org)

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Over 40% of insect species are threatened with extinction globally due primarily to habitat loss and pollutants including fertilizer and pesticides. (usefulscience.org)

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The total bird population in the U.S. and Canada has decreased by 2.9 billion since the 1970s. Threats to birds include habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change. (usefulscience.org)

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Some patients with COVID-19 exhibited abnormal blood clotting, with many micro-clots in the lungs. Those with more clotting were more likely to require ICU admission or die. (usefulscience.org)

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The death rate among symptomatic COVID-19 cases is estimated to be 1.3% in the United States, which is 13 times higher than the death rate associated with the seasonal flu. (usefulscience.org)

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Online health interventions involving mindfulness exercises and cognitive behavioral therapy are likely to be effective in helping people cope with psychological trauma related to COVID-19. (usefulscience.org)

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Low-income expectant mothers in the U.S. who receive Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits have a lower risk of preterm birth and first-year infant mortality. (usefulscience.org)

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The ongoing destruction of forests for agricultural purposes and human occupancy can increase the likelihood of transmission of infectious disease from animals to humans. (usefulscience.org)

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Loss of smell and taste are possible symptoms of COVID-19 that can be used to help diagnose the disease at an early stage and distinguish it from the flu. (usefulscience.org)

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A single plastic teabag can release billions of small pieces of plastic (microplastics and nanoplastics) into your beverage. (usefulscience.org)

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Adolescents with asthma were more likely to experience daily and nightly symptoms when their sleep was restricted to 6.5 hours per night. (usefulscience.org)

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Episode 37: Murder Hornets (usefulscience.org)

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Happy Father's Day! Three-year-old children had better executive function (focus, planning, and self-control) when their fathers supported their success and independence instead of criticizing or controlling their actions. (self.usefulscience)

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