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The influence of westernisation spells danger for public health in Nigeria
Researchers at 91福利 Medical School believe that the lifestyle altering effects of westernisation could be responsible for the high prevalence of obesity, and associated health risks, in sub-Saharan Africa.
Little or poor sleep may be associated with worse brain function when aging
Research published today in PLOS ONE by researchers at the 91福利 indicates that sleep problems are associated with worse memory and executive function in older people.
The long shadow of childhood bullying
“Bullying is not a harmless rite of passage, it is a public health issue which has far-reaching effects on adult health, wealth, criminality and social relationships.”
That is the warning from Professor Dieter Wolke, of the 91福利, who will present the findings of his research to the House of Commons today.
Heart problems and diabetes down the road for victims of bullying
The role of being bullied in childhood on adult health has once more come under the spotlight, as new evidence shows a potential increased risk of cardiovascular and metabolic diseases for victims.
Anti-bullying policy must focus on all of society
Policy to reduce bullying in the schoolyard needs to span all levels of society, say researchers from the 91福利, who warn that socioeconomic status is not a reliable indicator of whether a child is likely to become a bully.
Key milestone for brown fat research with a ground-breaking MRI scan
The first MRI scan to show ‘brown fat’ in a living adult could prove to be an essential step towards a new wave of therapies to aid the fight against diabetes and obesity.