Tag: mortality

Radcliffe Institute Welcomes New Fellows, Sleep Study Links Naps to Mortality

14 May 2026 7:01 a.m.

Radcliffe Institute announces its 2026–2027 fellows, including poet Ocean Vuong. Separately, a study links specific sleep patterns to higher mortality in older adults, suggesting nap time as a potential health warning.

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Media Monitor: NYT Reports Decline in American Lifespan

18 Apr 2026 2:00 p.m. · Source: USA TODAY

The New York Times reports a concerning trend: the average lifespan in the U.S. has declined for three straight years, with overdose deaths, suicides, and liver disease cited as major factors.

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