Health
Why do I need to pee more in the cold?
You're taking a stroll through the park on a cold winter's morning, when it hits you—the need to find a bathroom, and quick! This didn't used to happen in summer.
Jun 2, 2022
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News tagged with winter temperatures
Health
Mayo Clinic Minute: Healthy winter foods
Summer vegetables gardens have been long put to bed, and winter fruits and vegetables are now on the menu. Elizabeth J. Bailey, a Mayo Clinic registered dietitian nutritionist, says that traditional winter vegetables can ...
Dec 13, 2021
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Medical research
Winter-swimming Scandinavian men can teach us how the body adapts to extreme heat and cold
The Scandinavian winter swimming culture combines brief dips in cold water with hot sauna sessions—and now, a study of young men who participate regularly in these polar plunges finds that winter swimming may allow the ...
Oct 11, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
Warmer temperatures lessen COVID-19 spread, but control measures still needed
New research shows transmission of the virus behind COVID-19 varies seasonally, but warmer conditions are not enough to prevent transmission.
Jun 9, 2021
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Vaccination
Emirates airline vaccinates staff against COVID-19
Dubai-based airline Emirates on Monday launched a coronavirus vaccination programme for its staff based in the UAE, seeking to bolster the tourism sector.
Jan 18, 2021
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Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes
England: Why another lockdown might be needed in February 2021
England recently emerged from a four-week lockdown into a series of tiered restrictions, and there is good news about the authorisation of the first vaccine for COVID-19, which is starting to be deployed. But with restrictions ...
Dec 9, 2020
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Cardiology
Study could show why heart events increase seasonally
A growing body of research suggests heart attacks, angina and other heart events increase during winter and summer.
Jul 2, 2020
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Cardiology
Caring for your heart is critical during the winter months
We may be starting the new year with mild temperatures, but we still have a long stretch of winter months ahead. As the temperatures inevitably turn more seasonable, it's important to keep up with your health, especially ...
Feb 11, 2020
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Health
Quinn on Nutrition: Life on the ranch is all about food and nutrition
Now that I'm living on a ranch, I've realized something. It's all about nutrition! Yesterday, I walked my horse into the barn to feed him some extra nourishment for these colder days. There to greet us were seven hungry barn ...
Jan 10, 2020
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Gerontology & Geriatrics
Lonely and isolated – but not by choice
The unpredictable winter weather can be dangerous for anybody. It can have a greater impact on older adults who struggle with their concerns for safety against their ability to get out of the house.
Feb 15, 2019
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