Fitness
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Physical work demands shorter working life
Jobs with high physical demands are linked to a shortened working life and more sickness absence and unemployment, Danish researchers say today. Read more
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Protective benefit of exercise on liver cancer
Australian researchers have reported new discoveries about the protective effect of exercise against liver cancer. Read more
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Clear boost for metabolism from exercise
Exercise appears to have an even more beneficial effect on the metabolism than previously thought, according to an Australian study. Read more
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End stigma call on World Obesity Day
The world needs a consensus statement to prevent weight-based discrimination, medical and scientific organisations say today. Read more
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How marathon runners roll back years
People who take up marathon running reverse their vascular age by about four years, according to a major UK study published last night. Read more
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Exercise labels on food may improve choices
Food packaging labels should show how much exercise is needed to burn off the energy content, according to a new analysis. Read more
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Physically inactive adults pose growing health risk
More than a quarter of adults in England are physically inactive, failing to achieve 30 minutes of moderate exercise within a week, according to the latest national health survey published yesterday. Read more
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Inactive teens jeopardising future – WHO
Most adolescents, globally, are too inactive, putting their future health at risk, according to a major analysis published today. Read more
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Arts participation reduces poor health and inequality
Taking part in activities such as singing and dancing from a young age can reduce social inequalities and encourage healthy behaviour, according to the world’s largest review into the health benefits of the arts. Read more
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Over 60s should increase exercise
People over the age of 60 should do more exercise – not less – to prevent heart disease and stroke, according to the findings of a major study published today. Read more