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- How to avoid falling for misinformation
We’re all too familiar with enduring a pandemic, but did you know we’re also experiencing an infodemic? - Proximity to heavy traffic congestion linked to lower infant birthweight
Low birthweight leads to higher risk of cardiovascular disease, cognitive impacts, premature mortality; a lot of long-term, life-course impacts. - OSU study finds higher rates of traumatic injuries for outdoor workers during hotter weather
Results underscore the importance of providing robust safety protections for outdoor workers - Digital self-care
Social media’s impact on our mental health. - Study examines adult health and behavior of chronic child sexual abuse survivors
Chronic experiences are more likely to lead to adverse health and life achievement outcomes in adults than single instances of childhood sexual trauma. - Where you live can affect your ability to conceive
People who live in socioeconomically deprived neighborhoods are about 20% less likely to conceive in any given menstrual cycle compared with people living in neighborhoods with more resources.