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health6 days ago•42 min saved

Lancet findings reinforce statins' safety amid anti-statin myths

A large Lancet analysis pooling data from over 120,000 patients across 19 randomized trials finds that statins do not meaningfully increase most side effects and their cardiovascular benefits far outweigh potential risks. The piece attributes the ongoing “statin hysteria” to misinformation and celebrity/aut online narratives, noting past observational studies were misinterpreted and that skeptics persist despite this stronger evidence.

via vox.com|

#cardiovascular-health #cholesterol #health

health16 days ago•2 min saved

Obesity linked to 70% higher risk of severe infection, study finds

A Lancet analysis of more than 500,000 adults from Finland and the UK shows that obesity (BMI ≥30) raises the risk of being hospitalized for or dying from infectious diseases by about 70% versus those with a healthy weight, with obesity linked to roughly 11% of infection deaths globally and varying by country (about one in six in the UK, one in four in the US). The study suggests obesity may weaken immune defenses across infections such as flu, pneumonia, COVID-19 and gastroenteritis, and notes the need for policies that support healthy weight and vaccination; however, as it relies on observational data it cannot prove causality, and further research is needed to understand the underlying mechanisms.

via The Guardian|

#bmi #health #infectious-diseases

world22 days ago•327 min saved

Global aid cuts could cost nearly 10 million lives by 2030, study warns

One year after the Trump-era dismantling of USAID, a Lancet study projects that ongoing global aid cuts could cause about 9.4 million more deaths by 2030 (about 2.5 million under age 5) vs maintaining 2023 funding; deeper cuts could raise deaths to 22.6 million. Using data from 93 low- and middle-income countries, the analysis credits overseas aid with major declines in child mortality and infectious diseases, while warning that current and planned cuts are already weakening health systems as clinics close and mortality data gaps emerge. Some donors argue for reform of the aid system and route funds through recipient governments; the study notes it doesn’t fully account for philanthropic or national countermeasures that could mitigate harms.

via CNN|

#foreign-aid #global-health #lancet-study

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Tiny daily moves could add years to life, study finds

A Lancet study analyzing data from about 150,000 adults across the US, Sweden, Norway and the UK found that adding just 5 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous activity per day could reduce deaths by up to 6% in the least active group and 10% overall over ~8 years, while cutting daily sitting by 30 minutes could prevent about 3% of deaths in the least active and 7% in the total population; small daily changes in activity and sedentary time may yield substantial population-health benefits and improve overall healthspan as well as lifespan.

via Medical News Today|

#health #lancet-study #longevity

health1 month ago•318 min saved

Lancet meta-analysis finds no autism risk from acetaminophen in pregnancy

A Lancet Obstetrics, Gynaecology & Women’s Health meta-analysis of 43 studies (over 300,000 pregnancies) found no evidence that prenatal acetaminophen exposure increases autism, ADHD, or intellectual disability, reinforcing current guidance to use Tylenol at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration and to discuss use with a clinician; the findings provide reassurance amid earlier Trump-era warnings about Tylenol and pregnancy, while noting that fever management remains important.

via CNN|

#acetaminophen #acog-guidance #autism

health1 month ago•6 min saved

Small daily strides, big health gains for the least active

An analysis of about 135,000 people finds that adding five minutes of brisk daily activity could cut premature deaths by roughly 6% in the least active group (10% if adopted across the whole population), and cutting sitting time by 30 minutes daily could prevent 3–7% of premature deaths. Benefits are greatest for the most sedentary. A second Lancet study suggests that small, simultaneous changes in sleep, activity, and diet can markedly extend healthy life years, with accelerometer data strengthening the results but not proving causation. Following WHO guidelines (about 150 minutes of moderate activity per week) remains a prudent target.

via EL PAÍS English|

#exercise #health #lancet-study

health1 year ago•1 min saved

"Covid Pandemic Alters Global Leading Causes of Death and Life Expectancy Trends"

A study published in The Lancet revealed that Covid-19 became the second leading cause of death globally in 2021, displacing stroke and radically altering the top five causes of death for the first time in 30 years. While heart disease remained the top killer, the study tracked 288 causes of death in 204 countries and territories, showing that Covid-19 significantly impacted global mortality rates and set back progress in preventing deaths from other causes.

via Hindustan Times|

#covid-19 #global-death-causes #health

global-demographics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Global Fertility Decline: Impending Population Shrinkage by 2100"

A study published in the Lancet warns that by 2100, populations in 198 of 204 countries will be shrinking due to dramatic declines in fertility rates, with most births expected to occur in poor countries, particularly in sub-Saharan Africa. This demographic shift will lead to a divide between "baby boom" in poorer countries and "baby bust" in wealthier countries, posing significant challenges for global economies and necessitating reorganization of societies. The study emphasizes the need to prioritize sub-Saharan Africa in efforts to address population growth, climate change, healthcare infrastructure, child mortality rates, and extreme poverty.

via Al Jazeera English|

#fertility-rates #global-demographics #global-economy

health-global-affairs1 year ago•3 min saved

Global Life Expectancy Drops Significantly Due to COVID-19

A new Lancet study revealed that the global average life expectancy dropped by 1.6 years during the first two years of the Covid-19 pandemic, with the United States experiencing the highest excess mortality rate among high-wealth nations. Global mortality rates, which had been declining for 70 years, saw a significant increase during the pandemic, leading to a 22% rise in mortality for men over 15 and a 17% rise for women. While global deaths in children declined, the pandemic had a profound impact on adult mortality, with 84% of countries experiencing a decline in life expectancy. The study also highlighted the impact of population changes on global health, including an aging population and potential social, economic, and political challenges.

via Forbes|

#covid-19 #excess-mortality #global-population