It turns out that hot and cold days can be deadly for those with cardiovascular diseases! A recent study published in the journal Circulation, co-authored by experts from Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, found that for every 1,000 cardiovascular deaths, there were 2.2 excess deaths on extremely hot days and 9.1 excess deaths on cold days. To prevent these devastating deaths, the researchers suggest targeted warning systems and advice for vulnerable people. So, if you suffer from cardiovascular diseases, keep an eye on the temperature! Read full article here
Oddities
Why Do Modern Pop Songs Have So Many Credited Writers?
The music industry has changed dramatically over the last few decades – with the number of songwriters credited on number one hits more than doubling. This is due to a combination of factors, including money, the computer and a changing definition of what songwriting is. For example, if The Beatles’ classic “I Feel Fine” was released today, it would likely have four writers credited instead of two, due to the influence of producers, samples and interpolations. With the rise of lawsuits, artists now preemptively add songwriter credits to their songs, even if the similarities between their song and the source material are coincidental. It all goes to show that the music industry is becoming more complex and competitive. Read full article here
Merv
March 29, 2023
