A new test utilizing cheek cells shows promising potential in predicting the risk of death within a year. This epigenetic clock, named CheekAge, analyzes patterns in DNA methylation to estimate a person’s ‘biological age,’ which may be a better indicator of health than chronological age. While it cannot predict death with certainty, the test can help individuals understand their mortality risk and potentially make lifestyle changes for better health.
A new study reveals that extreme heat, exacerbated by climate change, led to almost 50,000 deaths in Europe last year. The report highlights the urgent need for adaptation measures and climate action to mitigate the increasing impact of heatwaves on human health.
Last year’s scorching heat in Europe led to over 47,000 deaths, according to new research. However, adaptation measures implemented over the past decades significantly mitigated the death toll, preventing an estimated 80% more deaths. The study highlights the crucial role of adaptation strategies while emphasizing the urgent need for climate change mitigation to prevent future tragedies.
The Most Fun You Can Have Dying is a poignant and introspective story about Michael, a young man diagnosed with terminal cancer. As he grapples with his mortality, he embarks on a journey to live each moment to the fullest. Along the way, he meets Sylvie, a kindred spirit who brings hope and love into his life. Together, they navigate the complexities of illness, cherishing the time they have left. The film offers a poignant exploration of mortality, the power of human connection, and the complexities of living with a terminal diagnosis.
In a recent study, researchers investigated the long-term effects of pro-vegetarian dietary patterns on mortality in older adults. The study found that those who moderately adhered to a healthy pro-vegetarian diet depicted lower mortality risk (all-cause and CVD), while those with a higher unhealthy pro-vegetarian diet adherence displayed higher risk from these conditions. These results suggest that consuming fresh fruits and vegetables, legumes, nuts, and olive oil may provide lasting benefits in today’s aging world, but more research is needed to understand the mechanisms by which these foods confer protection.
A new study has found that hospital patients who are treated by women doctors are less likely to die and to be readmitted. The research, published in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, found that the mortality rate for female patients was 8.15 per cent when treated by women physicians in comparison to 8.38 per cent when the doctor was male – which researchers deem a “clinically significant” difference. The mortality rate for male patients treated by female doctors was 10.15 per cent – less than the 10.23 per cent rate for male physicians.
