In Finland, there is a clear increase in the number of sick days taken due to depression, anxiety and sleep disorders in October and November, whereas the number of absences is lower than expected between June and September.
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Extreme Heat Projected to Increase Cardiovascular Deaths
by OR Today Magazine | Jan 1, 2024
Cardiovascular-related deaths due to extreme heat are expected to increase between 2036 and 2065 in the United States, according to a study supported by the National Institutes of Health. The researchers, whose work is published in Circulation, predict that adults ages 65 and older and Black adults will likely be disproportionately affected.
READ MORE6 Steps to Get Better Sleep and Improve Heart Health
by OR Today Magazine | Dec 1, 2023
Getting a good night’s sleep is key to maintaining a healthy heart.
READ MOREWhat Women Need to Know About Stroke Risks
by OR Today Magazine | Nov 1, 2023
It may not be widely known that women face unique risk factors for stroke throughout their lifetime.
READ MOREComputer-, Smartphone-Based Treatments Reduce Depression Symptoms
by OR Today Magazine | Sep 1, 2023
Computer- and smartphone-based treatments appear to be effective in reducing symptoms of depression, and while it remains unclear whether they are as effective as face-to-face psychotherapy, they offer a promising alternative to address the growing mental health needs...
READ MOREImportance of Mental Wellness for a Healthy Heart and Brain
by OR Today Magazine | Sep 1, 2023
“Mental health includes our emotional, psychological and social well-being,” Levine said. “It affects how we think, feel and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make choices. Practicing mindfulness in all forms allows one to be more aware of and have more control over emotional responses to the experiences of daily life.”
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