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COPD: This lung disease can be dangerous for younger people, too

COPD: This lung disease can be dangerous for younger people, too

Facebook Tweet Email Link Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is the fourth leading cause of death worldwide, responsible for 3.5 million deaths in 2021, according to the World Health Organization. It’s a common disease in the United States, affecting about 6% of US adults and ranking among the country’s top 10 causes of death, the US Centers for Disease …

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Potential link between extreme long distance running and colon cancer in younger adults, study finds

Potential link between extreme long distance running and colon cancer in younger adults, study finds

A new study shows a potential link between extreme endurance exercise and increased risk of advanced colon cancer in younger adults, according to research at Inova Schar Cancer Institute, in Fairfax, Virginia. A new study shows a potential link between extreme endurance exercise and increased risk of advanced colon cancer in younger adults, according to research at Inova Schar Cancer …

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AI Is Eliminating Jobs for Younger Workers

AI Is Eliminating Jobs for Younger Workers

Economists at Stanford University have found the strongest evidence yet that artificial intelligence is starting to eliminate certain jobs. But the story isn’t that simple: While younger workers are being replaced by AI in some industries, more experienced workers are seeing new opportunities emerge. Erik Brynjolfsson, a professor at Stanford University, Ruyu Chen, a research scientist, and Bharat Chandar, a …

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Earth’s ‘oldest’ impact crater is much younger than previously thought, new study finds

Earth’s ‘oldest’ impact crater is much younger than previously thought, new study finds

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. A large impact crater in Arizona. | Credit: NASA Earth Observatory via Wikimedia Commons This article was originally published at The Conversation. The publication contributed the article to Space.com’s Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights. Ever been late because you misread a clock? Sometimes, …

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Earth’s ‘oldest’ impact crater is much younger than previously thought, new study finds

Earth’s ‘oldest’ impact crater is much younger than previously thought, new study finds

This article was originally published at The Conversation. The publication contributed the article to Space.com’s Expert Voices: Op-Ed & Insights. Ever been late because you misread a clock? Sometimes, the “clocks” geologists use to date events can also be misread. Unravelling Earth’s 4.5-billion-year history with rocks is tricky business. Case in point: the discovery of an ancient meteorite impact crater …

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Most US adults have hearts older than their actual age; 7 simple habits to keep the heart younger |

Most US adults have hearts older than their actual age; 7 simple habits to keep the heart younger |

Turns out, you’re not exactly ‘child’ at heart!A new nationwide study has shed light on a concerning trend: most American adults have hearts that are older than their real age, sometimes even by over a decade. Using the PREVENT Heart Age Calculator developed by researchers at Northwestern Medicine, scientists found that the average heart age is 4 to 7 years …

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Restaurants add spicy menu items in a bid for younger diners

Restaurants add spicy menu items in a bid for younger diners

Chipotle Mexican Grill’s new Adobo Ranch dip Source: Chipotle Mexican Grill Restaurant brands are hoping hot new menu items will drive visits among younger customers. Hot, in this case, is literal. Spicy items like chicken sandwiches, seasoned sides and sauces are cropping up more often on menus at major fast-casual and quick-service chains. The idea is to introduce easy-to-execute and …

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