Health
Physical activity environment and obesity risk – new research
A new study from the University of Canterbury (UC) shows a link between recreational physical activity spaces in a neighbourhood and obesity risk in adults.
Feb 12, 2019
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News tagged with recreational activities
Oncology & Cancer
Exercise linked to reduced mortality for patients with cancer
(HealthDay)—For patients with cancer, participation in prediagnosis and postdiagnosis recreational physical activity is associated with reduced mortality, according to a study published online Nov. 28 in Cancer Causes & ...
Dec 19, 2018
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Health
An updated analysis of direct-to-consumer television advertisements for prescription drugs
Although proponents suggest that direct-to-consumer prescription drug advertising is educational and motivating, a new analysis finds that the potential educational value of such advertising has declined.
May 14, 2018
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Health
New approach to recreation planning gives youth at risk a greater say
At-risk youth will soon have a greater say in the types of recreational activities they participate in thanks to a University of Alberta research project that spawned a new bottom-up planning model focused on developing important ...
Apr 9, 2018
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Illnesses caused by recreation on the water costs $2.9 billion annually in the US
Swimming, paddling, boating and fishing account for more than 90 million cases of gastrointestinal, respiratory, ear, eye and skin-related illnesses per year in the U.S. with an estimated annual cost of $2.9 billion, according ...
Jan 9, 2018
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Physically active mid-lifers more likely to be active into old age
Men who are physically active in mid-life are more likely to continue the habit into older age as well, finds a long term tracking study published in the online journal BMJ Open.
Sep 20, 2017
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Health
Feeling euphoric on a low-carb diet? The effect on your brain is similar to an illicit drug
Some people on very low-carb diets say they feel euphoric, have clear minds and lose their appetite.
Jun 22, 2017
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Surgery
Study examines facial fractures from recreational activity in adults 55 and older
Aerobic activity and muscle-strengthening activities are encouraged for older adults but there are implications for injury patterns and prevention.
Jun 15, 2017
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Health
NATA issues clinical guidance on acute skin trauma in sports
(HealthDay)—Clinical decisions and intervention protocols after acute skin trauma during participation in athletic and recreational activities vary among athletic trainers and are often based on ritualistic practices, according ...
Jan 30, 2017
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Surgery
Osteochondral allograft transplantation effective for treating knee cartilage injuries
For athletes and highly active patients who sustain cartilage injuries to their knee, an osteochondral allograft transplantation can be a successful treatment option, according to research presented today at the American ...
Jul 9, 2016
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