Pediatrics
Risks of youth rugby need urgent scrutiny
The unknown risks of youth rugby need urgent assessment to ensure the safety of junior players, says a senior doctor in The BMJ this week.
Jan 7, 2015
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Health
Does binge drinking affect rugby performance?
A Massey University study has found a big night on the booze has little effect on the anaerobic performance of rugby players the following day.
Jun 13, 2014
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Health
Exercise boosts diversity of gut bacteria
Exercise boosts the diversity of the bacteria found in the gut, indicates the first study of its kind published online in the journal Gut.
Jun 9, 2014
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Health
Study targets sexual health and Rugby World Cup 2011
(Medical Xpress)—A new in-depth analysis of sexual health clinic attendance and diagnoses during last year's Rugby World Cup (RWC) reveals increased risk and harm for attendees who had sex related to this sporting event.
Oct 16, 2012
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Other
British court: Right-to-die case can proceed
(AP) -- In a case that challenges Britain's definition of murder, a severely disabled man who says his life has no "privacy or dignity" will be granted a hearing on his request that a doctor be allowed to give him a lethal ...
Mar 12, 2012
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Genetics
Welsh-Finnish link pinpoints important new familial motor neuron disease gene
Families suffering from a history of motor neuron disease have helped an international scientific team locate a new gene linked to the incurable disease.
Sep 21, 2011
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Psychology & Psychiatry
It's not just retiring athletes who need mental health support—young sportspeople need it, too
Retiring from professional sport can be anguishing for some athletes.
May 23, 2024
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Sports medicine & Kinesiology
Can a good night's sleep protect collision sport athletes against concussion?
Australians love collision sports, whether it's Aussie Rules, Rugby League or Rugby Union.
Apr 11, 2024
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Neuroscience
Will introducing independent doctors at games help the AFL tackle its concussion problem?
The Australian Football League (AFL) recently announced it is "considering appointing independent doctors at all AFL games to assist club medical staff in identifying and assessing players for potential head injuries."
Apr 8, 2024
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Health
Bedbugs force closure of seven schools in France: minister
France has been forced to shut seven schools over growing concerns over an infestation of bedbugs, Education Minister Gabriel Attal said Friday.
Oct 7, 2023
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