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“This study shows that the simple dietary strategy of swapping almonds for typical snacks may bolster resilience to the adverse cardiovascular effects of mental stress by improving regulation of heart rate,” Wendy Hall, co-principal investigator from the King’s College London. … [Read more...] about Almonds may help promote heart health, says study

Vic Rayner, executive director at Britain's National Care Forum, told CNN: "Whenever we think about technology in care, we need to be absolutely clear that what it does is enhance the care that is available and that it is understood and welcomed by those receiving care. This study gives us insight that robots can and do fulfil those criteria. It does, of course, challenge our understanding of care as a purely human to human interaction." … [Read more...] about Talking robots could be used to combat loneliness and boost mental health in care homes

Stay active while social distancing. Exercise is a proven stress reducer. Focus on getting a good night's sleep. No one can remain calm when sleep deprived. Try and keep a regular routine. Establish a set time to rise, eat, exercise and sleep. Make lists of chores, errands and tasks and assign them to household members. If you don't have anyone in the home to help, reach out to a friend. Look for support groups and resources in your community or attend an event online. … [Read more...] about Parents and other caregivers are more stressed and in poorer health due to pandemic, report finds

Throughout the pandemic, experts have warned mixed public health messages have the potential to dampen efforts to reduce the spread of COVID-19. In the U.S., the polarization of the pandemic has led to confusion among the public on a wide variety of topics, including schools reopening and mask wearing. In the U.K. on Wednesday, the government changed its policy on how many people could meet up socially as a result of an uptick in cases—one of many changes that have been made since the outbreak began. … [Read more...] about Sweden’s Public Health Director Explains Why Lack of Lockdown Was a Success

These priorities are, of course, insane. Suspending in-person learning for young children can have profound and durable costs on their intellectual and social development. Many of America’s kids rely on public schools not only for instruction, but also nutrition, mentorship, and company. A second grader from a working-class family whose mother works multiple jobs to keep him housed may lack the technology necessary for Zoom learning, and/or, any means of avoiding complete social isolation when school is out of session. Already, school closure–induced loneliness and stress are taking a toll on young Americans’ mental health. Even relatively privileged children are struggling. … [Read more...] about Congress Must Bail Out Bars for Public Health’s Sake