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Mental health app helps refugees cope with suffering

A digital, self-guided mental health self-help intervention reduces psychological distress and improves overall functioning among refugees, according to a study in Egypt.

PM2.5 exposure linked to elevated BP

People with long-term exposure to PM2.5 and its chemical constituents appear to be at greater risk for elevated blood pressure (BP), suggests a study.

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Smoking a risk factor for cataract

Smoking appears to contribute to an increased prevalence of cataracts as well as a higher incidence of cataract surgery, according to a study.

New gout diagnosis raises cardiovascular risk in the short term

Individuals who have recently received a diagnosis of gout face an increased risk of cardiovascular events within 30 days of the index diagnosis, according to a study.

Vegetarian diet tied to lower risk of death

Vegetarians tend to have a reduced risk for all-cause and cause-specific deaths, especially among men and younger people, reveals a study. However, older vegetarians appear to be at increased risk for stroke and dementia, but this finding needs further investigation.