Private high school attendance in the UK linked to better cognitive function, heart health, and BMI decades later, per study.

A new study suggests that attending private high school or a higher status university in the UK is linked to better cognitive function, heart health, and BMI decades after graduation. The researchers found that those who attended private high schools had better cardiometabolic and cognitive outcomes compared to those who went to state-funded schools. Factors such as more disposable income and physical activity advantages at private schools may contribute to these health benefits.

June 18, 2024
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