Preterm delivery, long-term risk of high blood pressure in women
A Swedish study of over 2 million women found preterm delivery significantly increases future risks of chronic high blood pressure. The association remains strong even 40 years later.
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Assessment of communication strategies to mitigate COVID-19 vaccine-specific hesitancy
A survey study examined whether effective communication strategies can reduce COVID-19 vaccine-specific hesitancy among adult Canadians. The researchers found that certain communication approaches may be more effective than others in mitigating vaccine hesitancy, highlighting the importance of targeted communication efforts.
Amazonian protected areas benefit both people and biodiversity
Research from the University of East Anglia found that communities living within Amazonian Sustainable-Use Protected Areas enjoy better access to essential services, including healthcare, education, and electricity. These areas also lead to improved livelihoods, with household wealth and life satisfaction increasing significantly.
Association of population screening for breast cancer risk with mammography among women in medically underserved racial/ethnic minority groups
Individualized breast cancer risk estimates led to a significant increase in annual mammography rates among women at high risk. The study found that nearly all Hispanic or Black women who received personalized risk assessments used mammography more frequently, with rates rising from 37% to 51%.
Self-reported memory problems after COVID-19
Researchers found a significant increase in self-reported memory issues among COVID-19 patients with mild disease, compared to controls. Eight months post-infection, the prevalence of memory problems was higher in this group than in untested controls or those with negative test results.