A decade-long study in Denmark found that intense grief increases long-term mortality risk. Nearly 27% of participants with high grief symptoms died within 10 years, compared to 7% with milder grief. Prolonged grief can trigger serious health issues, highlighting the need for early mental health support for bereaved individuals.
The U.S. POINTER study found that structured lifestyle interventions — like exercise, a brain-healthy diet, socializing, and vital sign monitoring — can delay cognitive aging by up to two years. Participants reported improved well-being and cognitive function, showing that moderate, consistent lifestyle changes can protect brain health over time.
An MIT-led global study found that neighborhoods with high obesity rates often have restaurant menus filled with ultra-processed, low-nutrient foods. Wealthier areas offered healthier options. Researchers suggest this trend likely applies to Canada too, highlighting the importance of improving food environments to combat diet-related health disparities.
AHA’s Life’s Simple 7—diet, exercise, weight, smoking, sleep, blood pressure, cholesterol, and sugar—impacts total body health. Even minor lifestyle improvements reduce risks for dementia, liver disease, and more. Experts emphasize that it’s never too late to start. Supporting young people and women is key to long-term health equity.
E-scooter injuries in Canada rose 32% in a year, with a 61% increase in children aged 5–17. Many victims weren’t wearing helmets. Experts warn that despite looking like toys, e-scooters can cause catastrophic injuries due to speed, poor regulations, and lack of parental awareness about their risks.
Memory failure—not neglect—is often behind hot car child deaths. Stress, sleep deprivation, and routine changes can cause even loving parents to forget children in cars. Experts urge caregivers to use visual cues, alarms, and child-specific reminders to prevent tragedies that can occur even on mildly warm days.
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