Men who lift heavy objects have higher sperm counts

Occupational factors, such as physical demands and work schedules, were associated with higher sperm concentrations and serum testosterone, according to a new study.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Feb. 22, 2023 • ~3 min

Lack of sleep will catch up to you in more ways than one

Experts highlight the health and memory effects, offer suggestions for countering environmental disruptions.

Anna Lamb • harvard
Feb. 17, 2023 • ~5 min

New model identifies those at high risk for endometrial cancer

Current screening guidelines ignore those at high risk for the most prevalent gynecological malignancy in U.S.

Harvard Gazette • harvard
Feb. 14, 2023 • ~7 min

Broken heart syndrome: key factor is stress, not love

When your heart breaks enough to kill you, it’s likely the amygdala — in the brain, not the heart — that is the culprit.

Alvin Powell • harvard
Feb. 13, 2023 • ~5 min

Work out daily? OK, but how socially fit are you?

Harvard Study of Adult Development director details what research says about value of relationships to physical and mental health.

Liz Mineo • harvard
Feb. 10, 2023 • ~12 min

Study of older adults links 8 social factors to longevity

Researchers say survey powered by machine learning can predict independent living and longevity.

MGH Communications • harvard
Feb. 9, 2023 • ~3 min

Dental care decline tied to Medicare coverage gap

Study examines drop in care at age 65 and health consequences from loss of teeth to progression of cognitive impairment.

BWH Communications • harvard
Feb. 8, 2023 • ~4 min

Happy? Want to learn how to be?

Arthur Brooks aims to ignite mass movement through podcasts, books, new lab at Kennedy School for research, leadership training.

Anna Lamb • harvard
Feb. 7, 2023 • ~7 min

Experts explain spirituality’s place in health care for seriously ill

Inspired by recent study, Harvard Divinity School panelists explore the spiritual side of health care.

Clea Simon • harvard
Feb. 7, 2023 • ~6 min

Experts urge physicians to consider spiritual needs of patients

Inspired by recent study, Harvard Divinity School panelists explore the spiritual side of health care.

Clea Simon • harvard
Feb. 7, 2023 • ~6 min

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