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How to Grow Your Social Network as You Age

Friends sitting around a table, talking and laughing. A touch on the arm, as one of them leans over to make a confiding comment. A round of hugs before walking out the door. For years, Carole Leskin, 78, enjoyed this close camaraderie with five women in Moorestown, New Jersey, a group that took classes together, […]

Published on April 28, 2023

Can Air Pollution Cause Depression and Anxiety?

The effects of air pollution on the brain and mental health are being investigated, with studies showing that exposure to polluted air can lead to neurodegeneration, anxiety, and depression. Research has found that the brains of dogs and humans living in heavily polluted areas show signs of damage and inflammation. Nanoparticles present in air pollution […]

Published on April 28, 2023

Leashed dog walks can lead to brain injuries among adults

Discoveries from a study on injuries related to walking dogs leashed demonstrate that traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) were the second most common injury among adults treated from 2001 to 2020. This research indicates that people who take their furry friends out for a stroll can be at risk of experiencing finger fractures, traumatic brain injuries, […]

Published on April 27, 2023