American Journal of Preventive Medicine

Paternal Depression Linked To Behavioural Issues In Children, Study Finds

Children exposed to paternal depression at age five are significantly more likely to show behavioural and social challenges by grade school, a Rutgers-led study reveals.

Apr 20, 2025, 17:43 PM IST

Worried about your child's oral health? Take stock of eating options near school

Policies promoting healthy eating environments could have a greater impact on children’s oral health than school programs run in isolation to encourage kids to take good care of their teeth.

Oct 25, 2017, 12:44 PM IST

Smoking, alcohol associated with most cancers in US

Preventable risk factors like smoking and alcohol are closely associated with 11 of the 15 cancers in the US, finds a study.

Oct 19, 2016, 20:20 PM IST

Too much sit-down time could up your death risk, says study

As per the study, nearly four per cent of all deaths worldwide – or 433,000 per year – are due to the fact that people spend more than three hours a day sitting down.

Sep 22, 2016, 16:31 PM IST

Sit-stand desk can help fight obesity

Replacing sitting desks with sit-stand desks in offices could offer a cost-effective and sustainable approach to reducing sedentary behaviour and fighting obesity, says a new research.

Oct 04, 2015, 19:17 PM IST