November 21st, 2024 By Lily Anderson Staff Writer for Wake Up World We all know exercise is important for maintaining heart health, but a new study highlights a lesser-discussed risk...
Category - Health & Medical
Wake Up World articles on health research and medical studies, with a specific focus on natural and nutritional health.
Uncovering Cancer-Causing Forever Chemicals in Everyday Bandages like Band-Aids
October 11th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World When you reach for a bandage to cover a cut or scrape, the last thing you want to worry about is harmful chemicals...
Scientists Call for Global Action on Microplastics: The Evidence Is Clear
October 1st, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Over the past two decades, over 7,000 studies have been conducted on the harmful effects of microplastic pollution...
The Hidden Dangers in Tampons: Toxic Metals and PFAS Contamination
August 8th, 2024 By Lily Anderson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Tampons are a common menstrual product used by millions of individuals worldwide. However, recent studies have revealed...
Birdwatching: A Simple Activity with Big Mental Health Benefits
July 16th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Nature’s Secret to Well-Being In the hustle and bustle of college life, students are often overwhelmed with stress and...
25-Year Study: Mediterranean Diet Cuts Women’s Mortality Risk
June 5th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World The Mediterranean diet, celebrated for its delicious and diverse range of foods, has long been associated with numerous...
The Surprising Impact of a Social Media Break on Young Women’s Body Image
May 11th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In the digital age, social media has become a ubiquitous presence in our lives, influencing not only how we communicate but...
Bridging the Well-being Gap: The Unique Power of Nature for Low-Income Individuals
February 22nd, 2024 By Lily Anderson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a time marked by increasing economic disparities, a pivotal study from Austria presents a tangible, low-cost solution to narrow...
Rising Tide of Tragedy: How Fentanyl-Infused Pills Propel Adolescent Overdoses to Alarming Heights
January 11th, 2024 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a heart-wrenching revelation, new research has uncovered a harrowing reality – an average of 22 adolescents between the...
Screen Time in One-Year-Olds Linked to Developmental Delays, New Study Reveals
October 17th, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In a ground breaking study that sheds light on the impact of screen time on early childhood development, researchers from Tohoku...
The Mind-Body Connection: How Mindfulness Meditation Reduces Pain and Alters Brain Activity
September 22nd, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World In our quest to decipher the intricate relationship between mind and body, ancient practices are finding validation in modern...
Preoperative High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT): Enhancing Surgical Outcomes through Improved Cardiorespiratory Fitness
July 23rd, 2023 By John Patterson Staff Writer for Wake Up World Enhancing cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) has been recognized as a key factor in improving both physical and cognitive function, as...