Nearly all COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. now are in people who weren’t vaccinated, a staggering demonstration of how effective the shots have been and an indication that deaths per day — now down to under 300 — could be practically zero if everyone eligible got the vaccine. An Associated Press analysis of available government… Read More: Nearly all COVID-19 deaths in US are now among unvaccinated »
Qualitative research with African and Caribbean individuals living in the UK who have difficulties with adherence has revealed negative perceptions regarding antiretroviral therapy (ART). Interviewees had doubts about the need to take ART and concerns about taking ART, such as disclosure and side effects. Understanding these perceptions could guide future efforts to increase ART uptake… Read More: “They’re just making me feel worse”: beliefs about HIV treatment… »
Tens of thousands of people in Ireland are currently living with dementia. Stock picture Hearing loss and obesity among 12 factors that fuel dementia Independent.ie Twelve lifestyle choices and conditions that fuel dementia have been identified by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in the most definitive list ever of how to avoid mental decline in… Read More: Hearing loss and obesity among 12 factors that fuel dementia »
Daily 20-minute walk in the outdoors among nature dramatically lowers stress levels and boosts wellbeing, study finds Regular walk could cut levels of stress hormone, cortisol, by about 10 per cent Research project was led by Dr MaryCarol Hunter, of the University of Michigan She said: ‘Getting out of an office block and sitting next… Read More: Daily 20-minute walk in the outdoors among nature cuts stress »