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| Growing 'mortality gap' detected between Democratic and Republican counties Posted: 09 Jun 2022 02:37 PM PDT Researchers examined mortality rates and federal and state election data for all counties in the U.S. from 2001 to 2019. The team found what they call a 'mortality gap' -- a widening difference between age-adjusted death rates in counties that had voted for a Democrat or a Republican in previous presidential and governor elections. |
| Heavy drinkers four times more likely to smoke in England, study finds Posted: 09 Jun 2022 10:19 AM PDT Those who are among the heaviest drinkers in England are four times more likely to smoke than the general population and should be prioritized by the government in its plans to achieve 'smoke-free' status by 2030, experts say. |
| Researchers reveal add-on benefits of natural defenses against sea-level rise Posted: 09 Jun 2022 05:22 AM PDT Researchers modeled how investing in environmental conservation and protection can help San Mateo County adapt to rising seas. The findings provide incentives for policymakers to prioritize nature-based approaches when planning for sea-level rise. |
| Posted: 08 Jun 2022 01:14 PM PDT An analysis of data from university COVID-19 screening programs reveals omicron arrived earlier and took over more quickly than experts predicted. Data from university screening programs helped researchers alert hospitals about an imminent surge of omicron cases. The findings suggest university screening programs could be a valuable tool for surveillance of future infectious diseases. |
| Preventing adverse birth outcomes could boost education, income Posted: 08 Jun 2022 11:29 AM PDT Reducing the excess prevalence of low birthweight, preterm birth or small-for-gestational-age birth in low- and middle-income countries may lead to substantial long-term human capital gains when it comes to both long-term schooling and lifetime income gains, according to a new study. |
| A new study shows benefits to dispatching mental health specialists in nonviolent 911 emergencies Posted: 08 Jun 2022 11:29 AM PDT As cities test different approaches to handling 911 calls, a new study shows dispatching mental health specialists for nonviolent emergencies can be beneficial. In Denver, it reduced reports of less serious crimes and lowered response costs. |
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