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Launch of the UC Center for Climate, Health and Equity
The University of California Center for Climate, Health and Equity will officially launch this week with a series of high-level conversations open to the public online.
Exercise Alters Brain Chemistry to Protect Aging Synapses
UCSF researchers show how physical activity protects cognition by altering brain chemistry that maintains synapses, especially for the elderly.
Adolescents’ Recreational Screen Time Doubled During Pandemic, Affecting Mental Health
A new study by UCSF researchers finds that more screen time was linked to poorer mental health and greater stress for U.S. teenagers; kids of color and with lower income logged more hours than white, wealthier peers.
Gig Workers’ Health Studied by New California Labor Laboratory
The California Labor Laboratory, a new initiative from UCSF, UC Berkeley, and the California Department of Public Health, will address the health of California workers in both traditional jobs and other employment arrangements, including gig workers.
Happiness in Early Adulthood May Protect Against Dementia
Research has shown that poor heart health can increase the risk for dementia, but a new study shows that poor mental health in early adulthood may increase odds by 73%.
For Struggling Older Adults, Support from Paid Peers May Alleviate Loneliness, Depression
An initiative that paired paid visitors with racially diverse older adults, many of whom lived alone and struggled with taking care of their basic needs, resulted in reduced loneliness and plunging rates of depression.
UCSF to Offer Grants to Improve Community Wellbeing
To support the wellbeing of the UCSF community, the University is now offering grants for projects that promote various forms of wellness.
