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People who keep up-to-date with current affairs are more health-conscious and will live longer, say scientists.
A study found those who were most exposed to newspaper, television and the internet had healthier diets than those who were less well informed.
It is now hoped that the findings will help experts to better understand the contribution of mass media in increasing awareness about health.
Keeping up-to-date with current affairs will make you live longer, says study
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Article Source: the Mail online
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The participants completed a specific questionnaire on mass media usage, from TV viewing to newspaper and magazine reading and surfing the Internet, which was then analysed alongside medical, lifestyle and dietary data.
Findings showed those who were more inquisitive about current affairs had better diets.
This supports previous studies which have found mass media campaigns have helped tackle a range of health issues including alcohol, drugs and HIV.
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