Wellness

Adelaide, Australia — Open toilet lids, defective plumbing drains and uncovered trash cans may increase the risk of bacterial and viral disease transmission in public restrooms, according to a recent research review.

New York — Do you feel like you’re constantly running on fumes? If so, it’s not just you. Around 3 out of 5 U.S. adults say they feel more tired now than they’ve ever been and blame it on additional time spent at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, results of a recent survey show.

Singapore — Older adults who do housework on a regular basis exhibit sharper mental abilities and better physical capacity, results of a recent study led by researchers from the Singapore Institute of Technology suggest.

Darien, IL — Is your teen getting enough sleep? The likely answer is no. According to 2019 data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, only 22.1% of high school students got the recommended amount of sleep on an average school night – down from 25.4% in 2017.

Employers typically are required to accommodate employees with diabetes, according to the Canadian Center for Occupational Health and Safety. Accommodations may include time and a private place to administer any medications or conduct blood sugar tests, the ability to keep food nearby, or a schedule of regular breaks to maintain a prescribed diet.

Los Angeles — Are you relying on diet soda to help spark a weight-loss journey or feel like it’s a healthier choice than regular soda?

Bordeaux, France — Older adults who eat at least two servings of fish a week may have a lower risk of developing vascular brain disease, results of a recent study out of France indicate.

Atlanta — Some food-decorating products, including glitter and dust products, may contain high levels of copper, lead and other harmful heavy metals, warns a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Medford, MA — Quick: Which is a healthier snack, an apple or a slice of apple pie? OK, that’s an easy one, but let’s say you want to choose between certain fruits and vegetables. Or perhaps a nut or legume. A new tool from Tufts University can help.

Columbus, OH — People who typically sleep less than seven hours a night may be more likely to snack on salty and sugary foods throughout the day, results of a recent Ohio State University study suggest.