A new study presented at the ESC Congress 2024 suggests that getting extra sleep on weekends can significantly reduce the risk of developing heart disease, especially for those who regularly experience sleep deprivation during the week. Researchers found that individuals who made up for lost sleep had a 19% lower chance of developing heart problems, and for those consistently sleep-deprived, the risk reduction was even more pronounced at 20%.
A new study suggests that the number of sexual assaults in the U.S. military is significantly higher than official government estimates, with independent data pointing to rates more than twice as high. The study highlights the prevalence of sexual assault among active-duty service members, particularly women and LGBTQ individuals, and calls for continued efforts to address this issue.
A comprehensive analysis of existing studies debunks the popular notion that moderate alcohol consumption is beneficial for longevity and health. Researchers discovered that studies suggesting such benefits often suffer from design flaws, particularly in the way they define and categorize abstainers, leading to misleading conclusions.
