Genes vs. lifestyle: What drives aging well, premature death risk?
A new international study ties different factors to diseases to show impact of each on living a healthy life and aging well.
Lifestyle Beats Genetics on Path to Premature Death, Study Finds
Environmental and lifestyle factors play a far greater role than genetics in determining the likelihood of dying young, ...
Every 34 Seconds, Someone Dies From Cardiovascular Disease: Key Risk Factors Continue To Rise
Driven by rising rates of high blood pressure, obesity, and other key risk factors, heart disease remains the leading cause ...
Common lifestyle choices including how much cheese you eat may put your health at risk
Factors such as smoking, socioeconomic status and physical activity had the most impact. Gym use, cheese consumption and nap ...
The 4 key factors that determine how long you’ll live – as scientists develop new ‘ageing clock’
WHAT’S the secret to living longer? While genetics have a part to play, a range of environmental and lifestyle conditions can ...
Lifestyle and environmental factors affect health and aging more than our genes, study finds
A study led by researchers from Oxford Population Health has shown that a range of environmental factors, including lifestyle ...
Marijuana Dependence Linked to Higher Risk of Death
Two new Canadian studies are the largest to date looking at death rates and psychosis associated with cannabis use disorder.
Study Links Heavy Cannabis Use To Higher Death Risk, Psychosis
The study, conducted in Ontario, Canada, found that people treated for CUD in hospitals or emergency rooms were 10 times more ...
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Heart disease remains the No. 1 cause of death in women: Why?
February is American Heart Month, a highlight of which is Wear Red Day, which aims to raise awareness about heart disease in ...
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expert reaction to study looking at genetic and lifestyle factors, and premature death, ageing and age-related diseases
“This is an exciting study. The fact that most of the risk factors identified are modifiable highlights an enormous opportunity for prevention. By addressing social inequalities, promoting healthy ...
Heart Health Month: Raising awareness about the leading cause of death for women
February is American Heart Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease, the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United Sta ...