World leaders, cervical cancer survivors, advocates, partners, and civil society are coming together today to mark the third Cervical Cancer Elimination Day of Action. The Initiative, which marked the first time Member States adopted a resolution to eliminate a noncommunicable disease, has continued to gain momentum, and this year’s commemoration promises to be a beacon …
Need another reason to try eating more plant-based meals? A new study suggests that replacing animal proteins with plant-based options like nuts and beans (also called legumes) is associated with a lower risk of heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and premature death, according to study results published in BMC Medicine. For the study, researchers examined …
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A new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association suggests reducing salt consumption by one teaspoon per day has the same impact as blood pressure medication. The average American consumes nearly twice the recommended daily sodium intake, according to the FDA. These dietary habits contribute to hypertension, or high blood pressure, in …
