Health Alert: Excessive Cannabis Use May Raise Stroke Risk. New research suggests that individuals with
cannabis use disorder—a condition in which excessive use adversely affects one’s daily life, physical health,
mental health, and relationships—may increase the risk of stroke in young adults by up to 14%.
Frontiers in Neurology, October 2024
Diet: Americans Are Meeting Minimum Needs for Essential Amino Acids. While studies frequently note
deficiencies in important nutrients in the average American’s diet, an analysis of data from the National Health
and Nutrition Examination Survey found that most adults in the United States meet or exceed the minimum
dietary recommendations for essential amino acids that are important for muscle health, metabolism, and
cellular function. Current Developments in Nutrition, August 2024
Exercise: Vigorous Exercise Can Improve Cognitive Function. A literature review of studies published since
1995 concluded that a single 30-minute session of vigorous exercise can provide immediate short-term
improvements in memory, attention, and executive function in young adults.
Communications Psychology, October 2024
Chiropractic: Treatment to Improve Posture Can Benefit Temporomandibular Disorders Patients. A
study that included 26 temporomandibular disorders (TMD) patients found that those who received treatment to
improve their neck posture—in this case, manual therapy, postural exercises, deep neck flexor stabilization, and
Kinesio tapping—experienced significant improvement in the TMD symptoms. The finding adds to a growing
body of research linking disorders of the cervical spine and TMD. Ear, Nose, & Throat Journal, October 2024
Mental Attitude: Screen Time Linked to Mental Health Risks for Tweens. An analysis of data concerning
nearly 10,000 pre-adolescents revealed an association between increased time spent watching television or
using electronic devices and an elevated risk for mental health issues such as depression, attentiondeficit/
hyperactivity disorders, and conduct disorders. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends
limiting kids in this age group to no more than two hours of screen time a day.
BMC Public Health, October 2024
Wellness/Prevention: New Approach for Managing Delirium in Hospitalized Patients. For older adults in
critical care experiencing delirium, researchers have found that playing pre-recorded audio or video of a family
member can help re-orient the patient and reduce symptoms such as confusion and agitation.
International Journal of Nursing Studies, Australian Critical Care, October 2024
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