Sunday, March 17, 2019

NIH social media | Dietary fat | Chronic illness and mental health | Noise pollution | Rare disease research

NIH social media | Dietary fat | Chronic illness and mental health | Noise pollution | Rare disease research

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The Skinny on Dietary Fat

A bowl of assorted nuts.

Get tips for choosing healthy fats. (From NIH News in Health)


Chronic Illness and Mental Health 

A cancer patient looking out the window with her arm around a dog.

People with long-term health conditions are at greater risk than healthy people for developing depression. Treatment for depression can help. (From NIH’s NIMH)


Is Noise Pollution Harmful?

A child plugging her ears due to loud street traffic.

Research suggests that too much noise in your environment can harm both physical and mental health. (From NIH’s NIEHS)


Rare Disease Research

A medical research participant having a discussion with two doctors.

About 30 million Americans have a rare disease. Taking part in medical research can bring many benefits. (From NIH Director’s Blog)

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