mortality

Medical Errors Declared As No. 3 Cause of Deaths in the US

By Jenn Loro - May 05, 2016 09:46 AM EDT

In a recently published study, medical errors are now considered as the top 3 killer in the US just behind heart-related diseases and cancer. Researchers from John Hopkins came up with the conclusion after doing a review of the causes of death based as per CDC’s death certificate database.

Life Expectancy Of White Americans Slightly Dropped

By Jenn Loro - Apr 21, 2016 11:10 AM EDT

Life expectancy of white Americans slightly decreased in 2014, according to the U.S. National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS).

Baby Dolphin Deaths Linked To Deepwater Horizon Oil Spills

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 15, 2016 10:04 AM EDT

Exposure to Deepwater Horizon oil led to chronic ailments in bottlenose dolphins that were pregnant. They led to the early deaths of baby dolphins between 2010 to 2014.

Women Surrounded By Plants May Live Longer

By R. Siva Kumar - Apr 15, 2016 10:04 AM EDT

Harvard scientists find that women who live in green areas tend to live longer than those who stay far away.

Sitting For Long Durations Has Caused 433,000 Deaths

By R. Siva Kumar - Mar 24, 2016 08:50 AM EDT

Scientists studied 54 countries and found that sitting for more than three hours a day has led to 433,000 deaths.

Sitting Won't Cut Lifespan, Study

By Peter R - Oct 14, 2015 04:21 PM EDT

The study examined sitting in various situations to find no associations with increased risk of death.

Becoming A Dad Before 25 Years Could Lead To Early Death

By R. Siva Kumar - Aug 06, 2015 04:52 AM EDT

Research shows that young fathers have a greater risk of dying early.

Want to Add 5 Years to Your Life? Exercise 3 Hours a Week in Old Age

By Peter R - May 15, 2015 03:50 PM EDT

New study from Norway shows reduced mortality risk among older adults who have three or more hours of exercise every week.

Handshakes Trump Blood Pressure Levels at Predicting Heart Disease Risk

By Peter R - May 14, 2015 11:11 AM EDT

A study done by researchers at McMaster University found a 17 percent higher riks with every decrease in 5 kg force of grip.

Intense Workouts Cut Death Risk More Than Moderate Exercise

By Peter R - Apr 07, 2015 10:30 AM EDT

A new study recommends intense physical activity for middle-aged and old adults to lower mortality risk.

Too Much Protein In Middle Age Is 'As Bad As Smoking,' Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Jan 21, 2015 08:41 AM EST

It is important to eat a balanced diet comprising both protein as well as carbohydrate-based food for a healthy lifestyle.

Eating Whole Grain Can Cut Mortality Risk by up to 20 Percent

By Peter R - Jan 06, 2015 05:12 PM EST

A new study has shown that the risk of dying mainly to cardiovascular disease can be reduced by just consuming 28 grams of whole grains.

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