Is sitting with your legs crossed actually bad for you?
Most of us were told off at some point for how we sat. "Don't cross your legs, you'll ruin your knees." "You'll get varicose veins." "Sit properly." "Sit up straight."
Apr 8, 2026
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Cardiovascular Diseases: News and Research on Varicose Veins
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Predictive model of chronic wounds identifies risk factors for amputation and death
Chronic wounds affect thousands of patients each year and can lead to serious complications, including amputation and death. The Regenstrief Institute Chronic Wound Registry, a statewide database that collects real-world ...
Dec 8, 2025
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Making Labor Day weekend plans? Expert tips based on what you do for a living
Labor Day is most workers' official permission to rest and relax. But not all chill is created equal.
Aug 28, 2025
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Trump has 'chronic venous insufficiency.' Is it dangerous? Can it be treated?
US President Donald Trump has been diagnosed with "chronic venous insufficiency" after experiencing some mild swelling in his lower legs.
Jul 19, 2025
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Here's what to know about chronic venous insufficiency
Swollen legs led to President Donald Trump being diagnosed with what's called chronic venous insufficiency. It's a fairly common condition among older adults but requires a thorough checkup to rule out more serious causes ...
Jul 17, 2025
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Compression tights and tops: Do they actually benefit you during (or after) exercise?
You've seen them in every gym: tight black leggings, neon sleeves and even knee-length socks.
May 22, 2025
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Symptoms of ice cold feet and heaviness in legs strongly linked to varicose veins
Hypersensitivity to the cold, especially ice cold feet, as well as a feeling of heaviness in the legs, are linked to the presence of varicose veins, finds a large study published in the open access journal Open Heart.
Apr 16, 2025
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Detailed study reveals how cells coordinate to heal human wounds
A new study from Karolinska Institutet maps the cellular and molecular dynamics of human wound healing in exceptional detail. The study was published in Cell Stem Cell.
Dec 27, 2024
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Study finds standing desks may not be the healthy alternative people think
Standing desks became popular thanks to phrases like "sitting is the new smoking," which highlighted the dangers of a sedentary lifestyle.
Nov 28, 2024
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Standing desks are bad for your health, according to a new study
The global market for standing desks is booming, projected to reach US$12.6 billion by 2032 (£9.7 billion). These desks have been hailed as a simple fix for the health risks associated with sitting all day. However, recent ...
Oct 26, 2024
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