Pediatrics
Home-schoolers see no added health risks over time
Years of home-schooling don't appear to influence the general health of children, according to a Rice University study.
May 23, 2019
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'Apple Watch or it doesn't count': How tech addiction might be ruining your workout
Brittany McCrary, 29, bought an Apple Watch Series 3 in 2018 solely for its fitness tracking functions.
May 16, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Clinicians could prescribe fitness apps to help cancer survivor's exercise
Fitness apps could be prescribed by clinicians to help patients recovering from cancer increase their physical activity levels, new research in the Journal of Cancer Survivorship reports.
May 15, 2019
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Psychology & Psychiatry
New cortisol study shows significant differences between police, civilians
New research from U of T Mississauga reveals significant differences between police officers and civilians in a study that analyzed saliva samples for levels of the stress hormone cortisol.
May 15, 2019
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Oncology & Cancer
Fitness may affect risk of lung, colorectal cancer and survival likelihood after diagnosis
In a recent study, adults who were the most fit had the lowest risk of developing lung and colorectal cancer. Also, among individuals who developed lung or colorectal cancer, those who had high fitness levels before their ...
May 6, 2019
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Health
Regular exercise and stretching can help older drivers keep the keys longer
New research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety finds that increased fatigue and poor physical functioning are leading factors that can result in older adults limiting their driving. But simple steps, like weekly ...
Apr 25, 2019
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Cardiology
Here's how middle-aged people—especially women—can avoid a heart attack
Physical fitness is good for the heart, brain and overall health. But a specific type called cardiorespiratory fitness may help predict the odds of having a heart attack, especially for women, new research shows.
Apr 17, 2019
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Faith-based fitness programs: What's in it for you?
(HealthDay)—Faith-based fitness is on the rise, according to trend-watchers at the American Council on Exercise, with many churches, mosques, synagogues and temples developing programs that promote health and wellness.
Apr 12, 2019
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Cardiology
Move more to live longer
Improving fitness doesn't require doing activities you don't like. That's the main message of research presented today at EuroPrevent 2019. The largest study to date of cardiorespiratory fitness in healthy people found that ...
Apr 12, 2019
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Health
Step-by-step exercises for a stronger back
(HealthDay)—Are you neglecting or even unaware of the muscles in your back? If so, you're putting yourself at risk.
Apr 11, 2019
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