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A study finds that going to bed or doing light tasks around the house helps your mood more than staying on the couch.Share on PinterestNew research suggests that replacing sedentary screen time with other activities may improve mood and body mass index. There is plenty of evidence that a sedentary lifestyle is less conducive to…

A new drug that researchers are currently trialing to treat osteoarthritis can dampen the harmful effects of an overactive immune system while protecting its beneficial functions. The drug could, therefore, potentially treat rheumatoid arthritis, as well as other conditions resulting from inflammation.Share on PinterestNew research showcases the selective anti-inflammatory properties of a new trial drug.The…

Why are blood donations so important, including during a pandemic? Who benefits from them? And what happens when a person goes to donate blood? To find out, Medical News Today interviewed consultant hematologist Dr. Joel Newman.Share on PinterestWhy are blood donations so important? We interviewed a specialist to find out.Image credit: Azami Adiputera / Shutterstock.com.Blood…

A new study has identified a possible link between exposure to persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and celiac disease in young people.New research has found that young people with higher amounts of POPs in their blood are more likely to have celiac disease.The research, which now appears in the journal Environmental Research, lays the groundwork for…

A new study has identified a possible link between negative repetitive thinking and the key signs of dementia.Share on PinterestNew research finds a link between repeated patterns of NRT and signs of dementia. New research has suggested a link between the key signs of dementia, the buildup of proteins in the brain and cognitive decline,…