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New York — Nearly 3 out of 5 U.S. workers say a stigma around seeking help for a mental health issue still exists in workplaces, results of a recent survey show.
Geneva — The annual number of heart attack and stroke deaths linked to working long hours rose nearly 30% worldwide between 2000 and 2016, according to estimates from the World Health Organization and International Labor Organization.
Cambridge, MA — People with gum disease may be at increased risk for stroke, heart attack or other “major adverse cardiovascular events,” results of a recent study led by researchers from the Forsyth Institute and Harvard University School of Dental Medicine suggest.
Halifax, Nova Scotia — Nearly half of employees working remotely are experiencing higher levels of exhaustion caused by a combination of more virtual meetings and pressure to be on camera for them, results of a recent survey show.
Buffalo, NY — Breast cancer patients who regularly drink sugar-sweetened beverages may face an increased risk of death from any cause – including breast cancer itself, results of a recent study by researchers from the University at Buffalo show.
Itasca, IL — The best path to safer, more collaborative and more productive work environments in the United States involves employers guiding COVID-19 vaccination efforts.
Boston — Turning to the internet to self-diagnose health problems, also known as using “Dr. Google,” has gotten a bad reputation in recent years. Sometimes that’s deserved, but the results of a recent study led by researchers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital suggest the practice may have some benefits.
Raleigh, NC — Unhealthy late night snacks and dinners may adversely affect work performance the next day, a recent study led by a researcher from North Carolina State University shows.
Boston — We’re often told to eat more fruits and vegetables for good health. Now, researchers from Harvard University are taking that advice even further, saying that consuming two servings of fruits and three servings of vegetables a day may help us live longer.