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Wildfires and heatwaves, Dr van Daalen explains, “strain the cardiovascular system. This can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion, heatstroke, kidney problems, and the worsening of existing heart and respiratory conditions.” They can also affect mental health, she adds: “Heat disrupts sleep, impairs concentration, and tends to worsen anxiety, depression, and existing mental health conditions.” 

Do you have a friend or loved one who believes in conspiracy theories? According to a 2017 study published in the Journal of Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology, the chances that you do are quite high. The study’s authors report that over a quarter of the 5645 American adults surveyed endorsed some form of conspiracy…

It’s a summer of public health nightmares. There’s the cyclosporiasis outbreak throughout much of the United States, dense smoke pollution from Canadian and Minnesotan wildfires and skyrocketing measles cases, which are at a 35-year high

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As a Power Four conference, the Big 12 draws talented athletes from across the country eager to represent its storied programs. Recruits step on campus ready for a new chapter and the chance to prove themselves, using the offseason to hone their form. There already exists profound talent within the Big 12, yet somehow there’s…

The summer holidays often bring a flurry of childcare, social events and sunny distractions, which can make it easy for exercise to fall by the wayside

Weight bias and stigma have been increasingly recognized as a major barrier to effective obesity care and the mental well-being of patients

With every new season comes new rosters in NCAA gymnastics. Gymnasts are constantly transferring to new programs, but it is far less common to see a coach leave. Coaching changes affect the entire team’s dynamic, and this season’s changes could influence NCAA gymnastics rankings and reputations for years to come. Here are four programs whose…

Daylight saving time healthy habits suffer as processed snacking rises and gym attendance falls after clocks move forward. (CREDIT:

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