Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Japan scientist 'very pessimistic' Olympics will happen
A Japanese professor of infectious disease says he is "very pessimistic" the postponed Tokyo Olympics can open in 15 months.
Apr 20, 2020
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Postponing the Olympics is the right call: Curbing a pandemic matters more than money
The Olympic and Paralympic Games have officially been rescheduled to a date beyond 2020, but not later than the summer of 2021. The International Olympic Committee had been under pressure to make a decision about the Tokyo ...
Mar 25, 2020
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Virus deaths pass 10,000 as California shuts down
More than 10,000 people have now died in a coronaviruspandemic that has swept from China throughout the world, forcing the confinement of tens of millions in their homes.
Mar 20, 2020
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Dozens allowed off Japan virus-hit ship have 'symptoms': minister
Dozens of passengers allowed off a coronavirus-stricken ship have developed symptoms including fever and will be asked to take tests for the virus, Japan's health minister said Wednesday.
Feb 26, 2020
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Cleaner air quickly brings big health benefits, study finds
When people are breathing cleaner air, their health generally improves—rapidly, in some cases, a new review shows.
Dec 6, 2019
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New report shows dramatic health benefits following air pollution reduction
Reductions in air pollution yielded fast and dramatic impacts on health-outcomes, as well as decreases in all-cause morbidity, according to findings in "Health Benefits of Air Pollution Reduction," new research published ...
Dec 6, 2019
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Want to be an elite weightlifter? It takes a strong pair of knees
Researchers from China's Ningbo University have discovered what makes the critical difference between an elite snatch style weightlifter and a sub-elite one, according to a new study published in the journal Heliyon. In the ...
Jul 10, 2018
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Imaging plays key role in evaluating injuries at Olympics
The Olympic Games give elite athletes a chance at athletic triumph, but also carry a risk of injury. When injuries occur, it is critical that they be evaluated quickly. Onsite imaging services play an important role in the ...
Feb 26, 2018
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Intense training without proper recovery may compromise bone health in elite rowers
Bone mineral density, an indicator of bone strength, typically increases with regular exercise, acting as a protective mechanism against bone fractures and osteoporosis. But a new study suggests that the extended, high-intensity ...
Apr 25, 2017
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London 2012 Olympics inspired many local kids to get more involved in sport
The London 2012 Olympic Games inspired many local children to get more involved in sport, reveal the results of a before and after study, published in the online journal BMJ Open.
Nov 22, 2016
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