One in eight US households saw drop in income last month
The increase in income — to 11.8% last month from 10.7% in August — was driven primarily by high- and middle-income households and the West region | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesInfertility affects 1 in 6 globally: World Health Body
The report analysed studies conducted from 1990 to 2021 and showed that about 17.5% of adults across the world were affected by the inability to have a child. | World News Key Points
Hindustan TimesProtein-rich diet may lower mortality risk in kidney disease patients: Study
New Delhi, August 11 Following a diet rich in proteins may help lower the risk of death among people with chronic kidney disease (CKD), claims a study. About 850 million people worldwide are estimated to have kidney disease, and most... Key Points
The TribuneUS CDC OKs use of new Pfizer, GSK vaccines for RSV in older adults
The director of the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday signed off on the use of new vaccines from Pfizer and GSK to prevent severe respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) infections in older adults. Key Points
ReutersGlobal malnourishment: 1 in 8 people are obese
New data from The Lancet suggests fewer people are starving across the globe. But obesity is taking its place. | Health Key Points
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Fruit and vegetable prescription by doctors could help increase nutrition levels
As part of produce prescription programs in the US, doctors are able to prescribe subsidised fruits and vegetables. A study found that adults at risk for heart disease had reduced blood pressure and body mass index. Key Points
India TodayBharat Biotech begins clinical trials of TB vaccine on adults in India
Bharat Biotech International Ltd has initiated clinical trials for the Tuberculosis vaccine Mtbvac on adults in India. Developed by the Spanish biopharmaceutical company Biofabri, Mtbvac is the first TB vaccine derived from a human source. The vaccine aims to be more effective and longer-lasting than the current BCG vaccine for newborns and to prevent TB in adults and adolescents, for whom there is currently no effective vaccine. The trials are a significant step, especially in a country like India where 28% of the world's TB cases occur. Key Points
Economic TimesTotal Recall: ‘Superagers’ show age is just a number
In line with previous studies, MRI scans showed superagers to have more grey matter – tissue vital for normal brain function – in key brain areas involved in memory, and in a part of the brain involved in movement. Superagers overall level of grey matter in key areas also degenerated more slowly over five years than in typical older adults. Key Points
Economic TimesJust 10% Indian adults play sports, 155 million physically inactive: Report
A report reveals that 155 million Indian adults and 45 million adolescents fail to meet WHO guidelines on physical activity. A new report reveals that only 10% of Indian adults engage in sports. Key Points
India TodayUK's sugar tax cut daily intake by 5g in kids, 11g in adults: Study
Introduction of the "sugar tax" in the UK led to a significant reduction of daily sugar intake by around 5 g in children and by around 11 g in... Key Points
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About 3.4 crore older Indians living with mild cognitive impairment, affecting daily lives: Study
Researchers found a higher prevalence of these disorders in the older ones (over 80 years old) and in those with lower levels of education.. In India,... Key Points
The Tribune IndiaMore TikTok users turning to the app for news, Pew study shows
The percentage of TikTok users who regularly access news via the app rose to 43% in 2023 from 22% a year earlier, according to a new study from the Pew Research Center, which found half of U.S. adults get at least some news from social media. Key Points
ReutersWhat it looks like to break the toxic cycle
“To every person who had the courage to break the cycle, thank you. You are changing this world,” wrote Nicole LePera. Key Points
Hindustan TimesUS CDC signs off on second Omicron-updated COVID booster for older adults
Older people and those with weakened immune systems may get a second dose of Omicron-targeting COVID-19 vaccines, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Wednesday. Key Points
ReutersSC about to hear pleas to legalise same sex marriage: Follow us for live updates
The SC had referred the pleas on same sex marriage to a Constitution Bench on March 13, saying questions of 'seminal importance' were involved. Arguments are set to begin soon. Key Points
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How diabetes, tooth loss can worsen cognitive decline in older persons: Study
The study connects poor oral health and Diabetes to cognitive impairment and dementia. Here's all that you need to know. | Health Key Points
Hindustan TimesCDC panel recommends Bavarian Nordic's mpox vaccine for all adults at risk
Advisers to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Wednesday voted in favor of use of Bavarian Nordic's Jynneos vaccine for all adults at risk of mpox during an outbreak. Key Points
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