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Need a pick-me-up? Try using self-affirmations, researchers say

Focusing on your positive traits and core values through regular self-affirmation may boost your well-being and happiness, new research shows.

Stressed out? Visit an art gallery or museum

Looking for an interesting way to reduce stress? A trip to an art museum or gallery could help, according to a study conducted by British researchers.

Young adults relying on cannabis as a sleep aid, study finds

A recent study of young adults has concluded that more than 1 out of 5 use cannabis or alcohol to help fall asleep – a practice that can “backfire,” researchers are cautioning.

Study looks at how length and frequency of walks impact health

Which is healthier: longer walks one to two days a week or shorter, more frequent walks?
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NSC: Simple acts can save lives on the roads this holiday season

New estimates from the National Safety Council show that 860 lives will be lost this holiday season as a result of roadway incidents.

Good sleep promotes ‘brain resilience,’ research shows

Consistently getting a good night’s sleep could help prevent some effects of brain aging and dementia, according to the results of a recent study from the Mayo Clinic’s Center for Sleep Medicine.

Indoor surfaces may act as ‘sponges’ for hazardous chemicals

Indoor surfaces can absorb and hold harmful chemical compounds, posing a health hazard to people and animals for up to a year, according to new research.

Poor dental health may be a precursor to other health problems

If you have both gum disease and cavities, your risk of a stroke, heart attack or other cardiovascular event sharply increases, researchers warn.
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NSC urges people to drive safely over Thanksgiving weekend

Washington — A recent data analysis by the National Safety Council shows that an estimated 439 people may be killed in roadway incidents over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend (Nov. 26-30).

The dangers of vaping: New resources for teens and adults

A vape cloud isn’t just water vapor. In fact, vape clouds contain toxic chemicals that can be highly addictive, cause numerous health issues and create an environmental hazard, experts at UL Research Institutes say.

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