Fitness
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Drug-resistant bacteria risk for surfers
Surfers and others who spend hours in the sea risk significant exposure to antibiotic resistant E.coli, a medical school in Devon, UK, has found. Read more
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Risky fat linked to sedentary time
New links have been found between long periods of sedentary time and fat deposited specifically around internal organs. Read more
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Resolutions may trigger risk-reducing behaviour change – study
Sticking to New Year resolutions to lead a healthier lifestyle helps individuals reduce the risk of developing cancer, according to Welsh researchers. Read more
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Brain function improves when adults with dementia exercise
When older people with dementia increase their physical exercise, their brain function improves, a new study has found. Read more
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Nearby exercise facilities boost health
Simply living close to facilities for exercise has health benefits – by encouraging fitness, researchers report today. Read more
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New traffic pollution health risk assessments
Poor air quality in urban areas is particularly damaging to young children and older adults, according to two reports published today. Read more
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Obesity threat to cardiovascular health – especially in UK
The world’s wealthiest countries have successfully reduced deaths from cardiovascular disease and stroke – but this is under threat from rising rates of obesity, according to a major study published today. Read more
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How physical activity in elderly helps heart health
Older people should undertake even moderate amounts of physical activity to benefit their heart health, new research has suggested. Read more
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Doubts over shoulder decompression treatment
An increasingly popular form of shoulder surgery has minimal benefits, according to the findings of a British randomised trial published today. Read more
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Obesity link to sepsis
Obesity is an important risk factor for sepsis, according to a Norwegian study. Read more