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08/08/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

More hand washing in nursing homes can extend life spans, reduce prescription drug use

Thorough hand washing practices in all healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes, can prolong life and reduce prescription drug use, a study published in the American Journal of Infection Control found. Researchers of the study looked at the effect of implementing a multi-component hand hygiene program among nursing homes, as these places are common for […]

12/25/2017 / By Rita Winters

Non-communicable diseases from air pollution, diet, and obesity now responsible for majority of deaths in India, analysis finds

Air pollution is killing the planet, as well as its inhabitants. In addition to harmful substances in the air, people’s daily diets are also contributing to premature mortality worldwide. A recent study from the Centre for Science and Environment (CSE) in India states that air pollution, diet, and obesity are the leading causes of death […]

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