Fitness
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Researchers quantify obesity loss of life
Being overweight shortens life expectancy by about a year, according to a major international study published today. Read more
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Active transport call for better health and economy
Towns and cities need to do more to encourage more people to walk, cycle and use public transport, public health campaigners say today. Read more
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Exercise backed for elderly
Pensioners should set a target of achieving at least 15 minutes a day of exercise, a conference has heard. Read more
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Weight management apps unproven
Virtually no smartphone weight management app has been developed by a certified health organisation or university, a European conference will be told. Read more
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Obese people benefit from hip surgery
One in ten of those who receive artificial hips in Europe is obese – but the risk of complications increases with weight, a European conference has heard. Read more
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Euro-guidance for cardiovascular health
Laws and policies around food, physical activity and smoking are key to the prevention of cardiovascular disease, according to new European guidance. Read more
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Europe facing obesity time-bomb
Obesity will have a “devastating” effect on healthcare costs and productivity across Europe, leading public health experts and scientists have warned. Read more
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Greek dancing improves strength in elderly heart patients
Elderly people with heart failure could embrace their inner Zorba the Greek and get dancing after a study found that Greek dancing improves their strength and ability to jump. Read more
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Expert warns of obesity crisis
A "tipping point" has been reached beyond which technological advances may no longer compensate for the negative effect on lifespan of a poor diet, an expert has warned. Read more
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Global diabetes problem grows
The number of people with diabetes globally has quadrupled in 25 years, according to figures published for World Health Day today. Read more