Health
National Poll: Two in three parents don't make kids use helmets when sledding
Snow days bring many families to ski slopes and sledding hills for winter fun, but they may also come with injury risks for kids.
Jan 24, 2022
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News tagged with skiing
Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Almost half in virus-hit Austria ski resort have antibodies: study
Almost half of the population of an Austrian alpine resort hit by a coronavirus outbreak have antibodies, indicating they had been infected in the pandemic, researchers said on Thursday.
Jun 25, 2020
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
EU sees 'moderate to high' risk of more virus clusters
EU health officials foresee a "moderate to high" risk of more new coronavirus clusters of the type happening in northern Italy, they said in a statement after a meeting Monday.
Feb 24, 2020
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Health
Researcher carving a new path for skier safety
When QBI researcher Dr Will Harrison "stacked it" on a ski slope in Canada, his holiday transformed into a research project in the snow.
Jun 18, 2019
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Health
Mayo Clinic Q&A: Effectively treating a separated shoulder can get you back to your active life
Dear Mayo Clinic: A few weeks ago, I was snowboarding and dislodged my collarbone. I was told I have anywhere from a grade 3 to grade 5 separation. I've had my arm in a sling for three weeks, as was recommended, but it's ...
May 2, 2019
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Health
Jump into plyometrics—the exercises to power muscles
(HealthDay)—Plyometrics isn't a new technique, but it's getting renewed attention because of its value as a training tool, the American Council on Exercise explains.
Nov 8, 2018
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Health
Home gym: the benefits of a cross-country ski machine
(HealthDay)—When it comes to both fun and efficiency, cross-country skiing is an exhilarating, high-calorie burner. It's a lot less expensive than downhill skiing—all you need are the skis and a flat, snowy trail.
May 3, 2018
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Diabetes
Closed-loop control benefits T1DM in prolonged winter sport
(HealthDay)—For adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D), a closed-loop control (CLC) system is associated with improved glycemic control and reduced exposure to hypoglycemia during prolonged exercise, cold temperatures, ...
Sep 18, 2017
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Cardiology
Nordic walking improves health of heart failure patients
Nordic walking enables heart failure patients to exercise more intensely than walking without poles.
May 21, 2012
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Health
Black people rarely hit the ski slopes, but those who love winter sports are working to change that
Like many skiers, Dr. Ouida Brown can't narrow her love of the sport down to just one element.
Jan 18, 2023
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