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Using wearables signals intent to improve health among individuals with mental illness
Among individuals living with depression and anxiety, the use of electronic wearable devices (EWDs) might be an indicator of their intent to lose weight and in turn may be valuable as a starting point for clinical interactions aimed at improving physical health, according to a recent study.
A3 adenosine receptor agonist safe, effective for treating NAFLD
Namodenoson, an A3 adenosine receptor (A3AR) agonist, shows clinical activity against nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) with or without nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH), according to data from a phase II study.
COVID-19 pandemic has shortened life expectancy in 2020: study
Life expectancy has decreased during the COVID-19 pandemic, with more than 28 million excess life years of life lost in 2020 in 31 countries, according to a study, noting a higher rate in men than women.
SG’s COVID-19 lockdown takes toll on older adults’ mental, financial wellbeing
During Singapore’s coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) lockdown, older adults experienced a decrease in depressive symptoms accompanied by growing feelings of loneliness and lower physical activity (PA), according to a recent study.