Health Alert: Lung Cancer Expected to Nearly Double by 2050. Globally, lung cancer is the most common
cancer diagnosis and the leading cause of cancer-related death. Despite efforts to promote smoking cessation
and reduce air pollution, experts predict the number of new lung cancer cases diagnosed in 2050 will jump to
4.62 million from 2.48 million in 2022. Additionally, annual deaths from lung cancer are expected to reach 3.55
million in 2050, up from 1.8 million in recent years. Cancer Epidemiology, December 2024
Diet: Drink Plenty of Water. A meta-analysis of data from 18 clinical trials found that drinking at least eight
cups of water a day can help prevent kidney stones, aid in weight loss, ease headaches, lower the risk for
migraines and urinary tract infections, and help maintain healthy blood sugar and blood pressure readings.
JAMA Network Open, November 2024
Exercise: Handgrip Strength as a Tool for Predicting Fitness. Handgrip strength is a tool used by
researchers to estimate an individual’s overall fitness level. Following an analysis of data concerning 2.4
million adults from 69 countries, researchers report that low hand grip strength is associated with an elevated
risk of early death, cardiovascular disease, and physical disability. The findings confirm that handgrip strength
is a useful tool for assessing physical fitness. Journal of Sport and Health Science, December 2024
Chiropractic: Obesity Can Prolong Low Back Pain. Not only does carrying excess weight increase the risk
of low back pain, but a recent study also found that being overweight or obese can raise the likelihood of it
becoming chronic and recurring in the future. BMC Public Health, September 2024
Mental Attitude: Managing Seasonal Depression. Seasonal depression is a recurring mood disorder
characterized by feelings of sadness and low energy that occur during specific seasons, typically in the fall and
winter, due to reduced sunlight exposure. Symptoms include sadness, fatigue, changes in sleep and appetite, and
difficulty concentrating. Managing seasonal depression may take a multi-factorial approach including cognitive
behavioral therapy, light therapy, vitamin D supplements, spending time outdoors, social engagement, exercise,
healthier dietary choices, and in some cases, medication. Dallas Morning News, December 2024
Wellness/Prevention: Healthy Pregnancy Diet Boosts a Child’s Emotional Regulation. According to a
recent study, children born to women who ate a healthy diet and exercised during pregnancy had fewer
behavioral problems and exhibited better self-control and attentional focus than their peers.
American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, October 2024
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