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Study Confirms Standing More and Sitting Less may Reduce the Risk of Dementia

Amélie Poulain2023-11-0701.6K views

Many people sit in front of computers for a long time due to work, and some people regard watching TV as an important entertainment in life. The latest research in JAMA shows that adults over 60 years old who sit for more than 10 hours a day will have a rapid increase in the risk of dementia. Sitting for more than 15 hours increases the risk of dementia by three times.

Air Pollution May Raise the Risk of Depression in Older People

Amélie Poulain2023-04-1801.3K views

Dirty air is classified as a silent public health emergency by the WHO. Air pollution affects our physical and mental health, and many research data have emerged in recent years. The latest research shows that it not only affects respiratory health but also increases the risk of depression, especially for those over 64 years old.