Day: September 11, 2024

Study: A glass of wine a day is not healthy after all

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Alcohol is not beneficial to health even when consumed in moderation.A comprehensive analysis shows that even moderate alcohol consumption offers no health benefits when methodological flaws in previous studies are taken into account.High-quality studies found that the risk of death from moderate alcohol consumption is comparable to that of abstinence, calling into question the notion of a safe amount of alcohol.This is the result of an analysis of many different studies on the relationship between alcohol consumption and health. Earlier studies have repeatedly indicated that people who drink less alcohol…

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Study warns: High cell phone use increases risk of disease

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By now, we all know that scrolling on TikTok and Instagram for hours on end is not the best thing for us, even though we feel like it relaxes us. However, a relatively unusual piece of information recently emerged in the form of a new study: regular cell phone use is said to be linked to heart disease. The fact that smartphones can also affect our physical health is news to many. But why is that? Cell phone use can lead to cardiovascular diseaseResearchers have found that frequent smartphone use…

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Flu vaccination is free of charge throughout Austria this year

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Vaccinations can be given by registered doctors and in vaccination centers. Appointments can be made from October 28.Summer is over, fall is coming. And with it, cooler temperatures offer flu viruses ideal opportunities to spread. Vulnerable groups in particular should therefore get a flu vaccination in good time. These include people over the age of 50, people with chronic illnesses, e.g. diabetes, cardiovascular or lung diseases, etc. and people who work in the healthcare system or have contact with large groups of people (e.g. in schools, supermarkets, etc.). The ideal…

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