Topic: Exercise: Misc.
2/3/2012
ASCO: Genes, Pathways Involved in Exercise/Prostate CA-Link ID'd BRCA1/2, DNA repair pathways enhanced in those who exercise for three or more hours per week
2/2/2012
Being Fit Before Stroke May Aid Recovery Patients with higher physical activity levels have better treatment response, study finds
Health Tip: Help Prevent a Stress Fracture Take it slow when starting an exercise program
2/1/2012
Science Shows How Massage Eases Sore Muscles Getting one post-workout can spur cellular processes that cut inflammation and pain
Exercise Aids Health, Well-Being of Cancer Survivors Physical activity improves physical functions and quality of life after cancer treatment
1/28/2012
Winter Doldrums Got You Down? Here's How to Bounce Back Adding lights, exercise can help people battling seasonal affective disorder, doctor says
1/26/2012
More Than 40 Percent of Adults With RA Are Inactive Lack of strong motivation and belief in physical activity account for most of inactivity
Too Many Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients Inactive, Study Finds Experts say exercise helps keep joints flexible, maintains function
1/24/2012
Health Tip: Exercise for Healthier Bones Activities that can help maintain bone health
1/20/2012
Health Tip: Strengthen Your Muscles And help avoid muscle loss as you age
1/19/2012
Health Tip: Set an Exercise Schedule To help adhere to your fitness routine
1/15/2012
Heading Soccer Balls Could Injure Brain Players of all skill levels must use proper techniques, study says
1/13/2012
Experts Urge Public Action to Aid Cancer Prevention Cancer society's new guidelines for diet and exercise stress community support
Surgeons Offer Advice on Avoiding Varicose Veins Tips include maintaining a healthy weight, exercising regularly, elevating legs when resting
Need to Exercise More? Think How It Will Help You Now Shifting from long-term to short-term gains will resonate better, experts say
1/12/2012
Physical Activity in Work or Leisure Tied to Lower MI Risk Sedentary indicators, such as car and television ownership, linked to increased heart attack risk
APOE Status, Exercise Combo Impact Amyloid Deposition Sedentary lifestyle associated with increased amyloid deposits in APOE ε4 carriers
U.S. Diabetes Prevention Program Might Avert 885,000 Cases Study also projects $30 billion in savings over 25 years from such outreach
1/11/2012
Marathoners at Slim Risk of Cardiac Arrest 10-year study found distance running safe for most participants
Covering Gym Fees Might Be Money Saver for Medicare Medicare Advantage plans that do so lure healthier members, study suggests
Car, TV Ownership Tied to Higher Risk for Heart Attack But getting active during work and leisure hours can lower the odds, study finds
Mouse Study Give Clues to Why Exercise Is Healthy Naturally occurring muscle protein has 'clear therapeutic potential,' researcher says
1/9/2012
Exercise May Help Those at Higher Risk for Alzheimer's: Study Sedentary people with gene variation had more brain changes
1/7/2012
Safety Tips for Cold-Weather Exercise Expert describes how to protect yourself, even in subzero temperatures
1/4/2012
Family Tips for Getting Fit Look for ways to stay active together, experts say
'Safety-First' Playgrounds Linked to Bored, Inactive Kids: Study Review of daycares suggests many preschoolers play less now, but safety experts support newer equipment
1/3/2012
Fun Ways to Include Kids in Fitness Resolutions Expert tips for making fitness a family matter in 2012
Lots of Exercise May Boost Kids' Grades Research review found that the most physically active students did the best in the classroom
Spinal Manipulation, Home Exercise May Ease Neck Pain Medication appeared least effective treatment in small study
1/1/2012
Persistence Is Key to Losing Weight and Keeping It Off Mastering any new skill, including eating right and exercising, takes practice, expert says
12/29/2011
Health Tip: Exercising With Arthritis What experts recommend
12/27/2011
Get a Head Start on 2012 Fitness Resolutions Tips for staying healthy through holiday travel, temptations
12/24/2011
Study Shows How Busy Reindeer Keep Their Cool Research involved monitoring the animals' brains while they trotted on treadmills
12/23/2011
Overweight 7-Year-Olds Face Higher Risk of Asthma Slimming down before that age can help prevent onset of the disease, study suggests
Cancer Survivors Should Take Steps to Keep Healthy During Holidays Avoid stress and try to relax, expert urges
12/22/2011
Mindfulness Program Curbs Distress in Rheumatic Disease Better than individual practice for reducing pain, fatigue in rheumatoid joint disease
Teens Become Less Active as They Enter Adulthood Young men starting college have the most significant drop in physical activity, study shows
Paxil Use Linked to Obesity in Childhood Cancer Survivors Physical activity and keeping anxiety in check also reduce obesity risk
12/20/2011
Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise Injury Don't forget to warm up and cool down
Screening Alone Not Enough to Prevent Sudden Death in College Athletes Testing of all athletes, not just Division I players, and safe training methods required, researchers say
12/19/2011
Choosing a Toy? Think 'Kid-Powered' These are gifts that offer open-ended chances for children to explore, imagine and play
Discerning Gift-Givers Look for Toys That Offer More Than Fun Some of the best choices spur imagination and exercise, experts say
12/16/2011
Intense Interval Training Impacts Diabetic Blood Glucose High-intensity interval training enhances markers of skeletal muscle mitochondrial capacity
12/15/2011
Physical Activity Tied to Sexual Function in Young Men Young, healthy men with sedentary lifestyles have increased dysfunction in validated questionnaire
NYC Sees Drop in Child Obesity; Can Other Cities Do Same? Still, 1 in 5 children is obese, researchers say
Poor Lifestyles Harming U.S. Heart Health: Report Comprehensive update shows Americans gaining weight, eating more junk food, exercising less
Brief, Intense Exercise Lowers Blood Sugar, Small Study Finds May help type 2 diabetics use glucose more efficiently many hours after activity, researchers say
Snow Shoveling Really Does Raise Heart Attack Risk: Study Seven percent of heart patients at Canadian hospital said symptoms started while clearing snow
12/13/2011
Want to Cut Chocolate Cravings? Take a Walk Workplace snackers who took treadmill breaks ate less than those who rested, study found
12/12/2011
Health Tip: Keep the Sport in Kids' Sports Make sure focus isn't only on winning
12/9/2011
Can Chewing Gum Boost Exam Scores? Study also finds that chewing throughout exam could backfire
12/8/2011
Endurance Exercises Tied to Right Ventricular Dysfunction Greater cumulative exercise exposure may influence fibrosis, as detected on cardiac imaging
Leisure-Time Physical Activity Low in Adults With Arthritis CDC recommends initiatives to increase activity in this group
More Americans Exercise, but Arthritis Can Get in the Way Significant numbers with the joint disease shy away from physical activity, CDC finds
12/7/2011
Physical Activity Laws Impact School Activity Opportunities But, inverse association found between adequate physical exercise time and recess time
Marathons May Damage Part of Heart: Study But this doesn't mean endurance sports are bad for you, researcher says
12/5/2011
U.S. School Kids Often Miss Out on Recess, Study Finds Researchers urge mandated physical education, recess to give kids time for physical activity
12/2/2011
Racial Disparities in U.S. Diet, Exercise, Weight Explained Socioeconomic status, not nutrition-, health-related psychosocial factors contribute to disparity
12/1/2011
Circle of Friends Key to Adopting Healthy Habits: Study When people of similar age, sex, size buddied up online, they made gains, researchers say
More Exercise Could Make For Better Sleep: Study Those getting 150 minutes' activity a week were less likely to report daytime fatigue
11/30/2011
Objective Physical Activity Impacts Sleep Variables Physical activity inversely tied to daytime overly sleepiness, concentration problems when tired
11/26/2011
One-Third of Firefighter Injuries Are Exercise-Induced: Study Sprains and strains most common injuries on the job
11/17/2011
AHA Policy Statement on Cardiac Rehabilitation Issued New referral policies can up participation by overcoming patient, health care-related barriers
11/16/2011
Healthy Heart Habits May Also Guard Against Cancer Good cholesterol, blood pressure levels and more appear to reduce tumor risk, study finds
11/14/2011
SfN: Exercise Tied to Neuronal Changes in Fibromyalgia Increased pain sensation following medication withdrawal is improved by aerobic exercise
Too Few Doctors Screen Young Athletes for Hidden Heart Trouble Study of Washington state physicians, high school officials shows not enough are asking the right questions
Study Suggests Exercise May Help Memory of Fibromyalgia Patients The trial was small, however, and the researchers were hoping for better results
11/11/2011
Former Football Players' Brains May Benefit From Healthy Lifestyle Better diet, more exercise might delay cognitive decline linked to head trauma, study says
11/10/2011
Efficacy of Balance Exercises in the Elderly Questioned Most effective exercise programs ran three times a week for three months
11/8/2011
New Guidelines Issued for Genetic Heart Disease Experts outline recommendations for treating hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
11/7/2011
Specialized Warm-Up May Reduce Girls' Knee Injuries Teams that practiced 'neuromuscular' training had lower injury rate, study finds
Exercise Lowers CVD Death Risk Irrespective of Metabolic Factors Physical activity protective for CVD mortality in healthy adults, those with metabolic risks
Runners Can Relax About Holiday Feasting: Study Choosing meat over fruit tends to boost waist size, but risk may be lower for high-mileage runners
Impact of Exercise Lessened by Metformin in Prediabetes No significant difference for exercise, metformin, combo; but metformin attenuates exercise effect
11/4/2011
Newer Not Necessarily Better for Football Helmet Design Comparison of old 'leatherhead' and modern polycarbonate helmets shows updates still needed
11/2/2011
Physical Activity Reduces Link Between FTO and Obesity Minor allele of rs9939609 increases the odds of obesity less in physically active adults
Overweight Teens Don't Seem to Grasp Weight Loss Rules Researchers find girls still drink sodas while exercising, and boys don't exercise at all
Older Americans Encouraged to Get Fit New 'Go4Life' program targets folks 50 and over
11/1/2011
Exercise Might Help Thwart 'Obesity Gene' Researchers find genetic risk lower in those who stay physically active
10/31/2011
Yoga Gets Women With Back Pain Moving: Study But the British research did not show any more easing of discomfort with the technique
Health Tip: Get Into the Habit of Exercising Suggestions to make it part of your day
10/30/2011
Glaucoma Experts Eye Benefits of Exercise Moderate activity may reduce an important risk factor, study finds
10/26/2011
Health Tip: Exercise for Stronger Knees Here are potential benefits
10/24/2011
Yoga, Stretching Classes Outdo Self-Care for Back Pain: Study Weekly sessions led to less discomfort, medication
10/23/2011
Nutrition, Hydration Tips Can Give Marathon Runners a Leg Up Expert offers guidelines on what to eat and drink while preparing and competing
10/21/2011
Hockey Fistfights Rarely Cause Injuries, Study Claims Punches thrown on solid ground pack more power, researchers say
Health Tip: Take Care to Prevent Stress Fractures Exercise carefully and don't ignore an injury
10/19/2011
Sperm Moves Best for Moderate Exercisers: Study Lighter or strenuous physical activity associated with less sperm motility
10/13/2011
Neighborhoods With Busy Intersections Discourage Children's Play Study shows that kids who live in high traffic areas less active than those who live on quiet streets
10/12/2011
Regular Exercise Seems to Guard Against Migraine Study showed it worked as well as medication in preventing attacks
10/11/2011
Health Tip: When Exercise Causes Hives Here are possible symptoms
10/10/2011
Exercise Linked to Reduced Worker Productivity Highly stressed workers tend to exercise more, work less, study shows
10/7/2011
Bicycle May Speed Up Parkinson's Diagnosis Ability to ride a bike may help doctors distinguish between motor disorders, study says
10/6/2011
Health Tip: Taking Exercise to the Extreme Signs that you may be a compulsive exerciser
More Kids Treated for Concussions in ERs: CDC Increased awareness of traumatic brain injury may be driving this trend, researchers say
10/5/2011
3 Hours of Exercise Weekly Can Cut Men's Heart Risks Study found lowered risk related to higher levels of 'good' cholesterol
10/4/2011
Exercise Tips for Breast Cancer Survivors Regular physical activity offers survivors a slew of physiological and psychological benefits, experts say
9/30/2011
Obesity More Likely in 'Night-Owl' Kids Study shows youngsters who stay up late are more sedentary than early-to-bed types
9/26/2011
Cardiac Rehab May Help Heart Patients Live Longer Program that trains heart to return to normal beat rate after exercise is underutilized, experts say
9/22/2011
Less Play Time = More Troubled Kids, Experts Say Adult interference may deprive children of needed challenges, not to mention fun
9/16/2011
Fall-Prone Seniors May Have Trouble Adjusting to Poorer Vision Some elderly may not alter their walking speed when their sight is impaired, study finds
9/13/2011
Lifestyle Changes May Prevent Heart Failure Watching your weight, not smoking, exercising and eating your veggies top the list
Muscle Training May Benefit Chronic Heart Failure Patients Working out the small muscles helps boost oxygen flow, exercise capacity, study shows
9/12/2011
Health Tip: Protect Against Sports Injuries Prepare yourself to play
9/6/2011
Routine Chores Might Help Keep Dementia at Bay Study found seniors who expended most energy on daily duties less likely to have mental declines
9/5/2011
Physical Activity in Adulthood Ups Midlife Performance Physical activity across adulthood has cumulative benefits on physical performance in midlife
9/2/2011
Can't Find Time to Exercise? Schedule It, Experts Say Fitness goals, and health benefits they bring, seem to remain elusive for many Americans
To Get Up and Get Moving, Joining a Gym Might Help Classes, coaches, tracking and more can keep people on track, fitness expert says
9/1/2011
Greater Exercise Intensity May Add Years to Life How hard you work out seems to trump how long you work out for boosting longevity, study says
8/31/2011
Health Tip: Seniors, Prepare for Exercise Suggestions for getting started
Billie Jean King Says Exercise Your Best Shot Against Arthritis Try tennis or any activity you love to keep joints moving, she urges in new campaign
8/30/2011
Aerobic Training Better Than Resistance Training for Obese Aerobic training reduces visceral, abdominal, and liver fat, insulin resistance, liver enzymes
AAP, CPS Oppose Boxing for Children and Adolescents Doctors should oppose boxing; encourage sports which don't involve blows to the head
8/29/2011
Self-Efficacy Tied to Achieving Physical Activity Goals in RA Achieving physical activity goals lowers pain and increases quality of life in rheumatoid arthritis
8/26/2011
Jogging Beats Weight Lifting for Losing Belly Fat: Study Compared with resistance training, aerobic exercise burns 67% more calories, research shows
Walk-to-School Programs Put Kids' Fitness First In study, Texas communities involved parent volunteers to get youngsters more active
8/25/2011
Realistic Activity Goals Seem to Ease Arthritis Pain, Study Finds Belief in ability to do exercise, and following through, can improve life for rheumatoid arthritis patients
8/23/2011
Health Tip: Exercise to Help Your Heart and Lungs Aerobic exercises include walking, swimming, running, biking and hiking
Walking School Bus Program Ups Active Commuting Time Intervention also increases daily moderate-to-vigorous physical activity for children
8/22/2011
Health Tip: Create a Well-Rounded Exercise Regimen Here's what it should include
Marriage May Do a Heart Good for Bypass Surgery Study finds post-op survival rises for those in committed relationships
8/18/2011
TV Viewing Reduces Life Expectancy in Australian Adults Life expectancy reduced by average of 21.8 minutes for every hour of TV viewed after age 25
Healthy Behaviors Will Help You Live Longer: CDC Don't smoke, eat healthy meals, exercise regularly and limit alcohol, researchers say
8/16/2011
A Little Exercise Goes a Long Way to Cut Disease, Death Risk Even 15 minutes a day seems to increase life expectancy, researchers say
Too Much TV May Take Years Off Your Life The reason, experts say, might be that people eat more, move less when in front of the tube
8/13/2011
Heat Safety Precautions May Save Student Athletes As practice resumes, players need to defend themselves from the elements
8/12/2011
Many Arthritis Patients May Not Be Exercising Enough More than half of women, 40% of men were deemed 'couch potatoes' by researchers
Cardiologists Often Miss Heart Defects in Young Athletes: Study Screening to prevent sudden cardiac death is difficult and may lead to bad calls, researchers say
8/10/2011
Pumping Iron Helps Smokers Quit Without Weight Gain: Study Those who lifted weights regularly were twice as likely to kick the habit, researchers found
Personal Feedback May Aid Fitness Progress Researchers show that daily reinforcement helps adults stick to their exercise goals
8/9/2011
Regular Exercise Helps Keep Leg Arteries Clear Those who are active throughout their life at lower risk for peripheral arterial disease: study
8/8/2011
Physical Activity Ups Satisfaction With Body Image, Function Improved satisfaction also tied to greater reductions in BMI and depressive symptoms
8/5/2011
With Age, Focus on Body Shifts From Appearance to Function In study, exercise's biggest psychological boost came from improved health and ability, not attractiveness
NASCAR Pit Crews Need Strength, Stamina, Too It's not just the drivers who need athletic ability to be good at what they do, study finds
8/4/2011
Lower Post MI Physical Activity in Areas With Low Income Low neighborhood socioeconomic status predicts lower leisure-time physical activity uptake
8/3/2011
Health Tip: Skate Safely In-line skating suggestions
Many Kids Now Engage in Media 'Multi-Tasking' Filling every empty moment, they switch between phones, TV, computers, UK study finds
8/2/2011
Regular Exercise Boosts the Brain, Too Physical activity helps the brain develop and stay sharp, research shows
Even Small Amount of Exercise Lowers Heart Disease Risk Quantitative data shows dose-response relationship between amount of physical activity and risk
Post-Heart Attack Exercise May Depend on Where You Live Poor areas often lack places for survivors to be active, study finds
8/1/2011
Even a Little Exercise Helps the Heart, Study Finds And the benefits are greater for women than for men, researchers say
7/31/2011
Pro Golfers Reveal 'Biomechanical Differences' in Swing Findings may help thwart injuries, enable amateurs to improve, researchers say
7/28/2011
Building Muscle May Reduce Diabetes Risk, Study Says Any effort to get fit is laudable, expert notes
7/27/2011
Menopause Does Not Boost Diabetes Risk, Study Finds Exercise and weight control can cut the odds for older women even further, researchers say
7/25/2011
Teen Athletes at Greater Risk for Osteoarthritis: Study Those playing high-intensity sports more than 10 times as likely to have impaired hip function
7/23/2011
Common Swimming Injuries Often Avoidable Overuse a frequent cause of shoulder pain in competitive swimmers, expert says
Summer Heat Holds Potential Danger for Young Athletes Keeping kids hydrated is most important safety measure, doctor advises
7/22/2011
Medieval Armor Drained Soldier's Energy, Study Finds Heavy steel body armor interfered with soldiers' ability to breathe during battle, researchers say
Extreme Heat Calls for Smarter Workouts Expert shares tips for exercising safely during heat wave
7/20/2011
High-Tech Football Helmets Gauge Force of Collision Researchers use data to better understand impact injuries
Physical Activity Tied to Reduced Cognitive Decline Risk Greater activity energy expenditure tied to reduced cognitive impairment incidence in older adults
7/19/2011
More Evidence That Exercise May Keep The Brain Sharp Even if you start late in life, physical activity can help preserve mental ability, study finds
Lifestyle Changes Might Prevent Millions of Cases of Alzheimer's Study says that even a 25% drop in factors like obesity, smoking could cut 500,000 U.S. cases
Health Tip: Get Kids Moving Ways to encourage physical activity
7/15/2011
The Cycling Stud Who Shed His Couch Potato Skin Writer, who once flirted with type 2 diabetes, completes grueling two-day, 200-mile marathon
Rigorous Exercise May Boost Benefits of Weight-Loss Surgery Bariatric patients can improve physical fitness with regular workouts, study finds
7/14/2011
Health Tip: Benefitting From Cross-Training Here's why it may be good for you
Men With Full-Time Jobs More Active Than Nonworkers Full-time workers with active jobs have greater weekday activity than those with sedentary jobs
7/13/2011
Mobile Sensors Track Health of Elderly in Pilot Test Small study found the technology useful for monitoring behavior, physical health
7/12/2011
Overweight, Exercise Tied to Increased Joint Replacement Risk Link seen in men but decreased risk of total joint replacement in men who smoke
Mobile Sensor Device Effectively Monitors Sociability Mobile sensors' data for behavior correlate highly with results of established questionnaires
High-Volume Exercise Feasible After Bariatric Surgery Following bariatric surgery 53 percent of patients burn 2,000 or more calories per day
Physical Activity Levels Linked to Employment Status Men's and women's exercise levels affected differently by being unemployed, study finds
7/11/2011
Older Adults Have to Exercise More to Maintain Muscle Size, Study Finds But resistance training once a week kept up strength, researchers found
Weight Loss and Weight Loss Maintenance Have Low Overlap Consistent exercise, low-fat diet help in maintaining weight loss but not in losing weight
7/10/2011
Alcohol, Water Sports Can Be Deadly Mix Experts urge swimmers, boaters, surfers not to drink during water activities
7/8/2011
Stem Cells Reduce Angina Frequency in Refractory Angina Autologous CD34+ cell injections tied to decreased angina, improved exercise tolerance
Men Who Smoke at Lower Risk of Joint Replacement: Study Extra pounds, vigorous exercise linked to severe knee, hip problems, research also indicates
Losing Weight, Keeping It Off Can Be Two Different Worlds Researchers find distinct strategies work for each but not both
California's Rural Elderly Have High Rates of Chronic Illness Their urban, suburban counterparts enjoy better health, researchers find
7/7/2011
Teen Athletes Should Get Concussion Test Score Before Play Results from assessment tool, head injury history helpful to have on record, research suggests
U.S. Obesity Epidemic Continues to Spread Report finds South with highest rates, but no state showed a decline over the last year
7/6/2011
Low-Risk Lifestyle Linked to Lower SCD Risk Among Women Not smoking, ideal BMI, exercise, Mediterranean diet lower women's risk of sudden cardiac death
Sedentary Lifestyle Tied to Pulmonary Embolism Risk More than two-fold increased risk in most sedentary women compared to least sedentary
7/5/2011
Healthy Lifestyle May Ward Off Sudden Cardiac Death in Women Exercise, staying slim and eating right were associated with a 92 percent decrease in risk
Massage Beats Meds for Lower Back Pain, Study Says Both relaxation and structural massage worked in the short term, researchers report
Too Much Sitting May Double Women's Risk of Blood Clots Researchers report link between life-threatening pulmonary embolism and inactive lifestyle
7/2/2011
How to Stay Hydrated in Hot Weather Figuring out your personal 'sweat rate' is the secret to avoiding dehydration, expert says
7/1/2011
Soluble Fiber, Vigorous Activity Lower VAT Accumulation Rate of visceral adipose tissue accumulation reduced in African- and Hispanic-Americans
6/30/2011
Health Tip: Warm Up Before Exercise Stretching key to avoiding injury
6/28/2011
Preventing Type 2 Diabetes Saves Money: Study Preventive drug therapy saved money too, but wasn't as effective as lifestyle changes
6/27/2011
After Diabetes Diagnosis, Concentrate on Dietary Changes, Study Says Exercise made little difference in first year of treatment, researchers found
ADA: Dietary Support Helps Type 2 Diabetes Outcomes Intense diet intervention improves glycemic control, but exercise does not offer more benefits
Lifestyle Changes Might Alter Breast Cancer Rates Study authors recommend drinking less, exercising more and losing weight
6/24/2011
Athletes May Benefit From Shorter, Less Intense Warm-Ups Strenuous exercise before race may diminish performance, researchers say
6/23/2011
Ways to Curb Childhood Obesity Outlined in U.S. Report Identify overweight kids, encourage more activity, promote good sleep habits, experts say
6/22/2011
Exercise Training Effective Therapy for Patients With POTS For patients with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome, quality of life improved by training
Chips, Fries, Soda Most to Blame for Long-Term Weight Gain Study finds more exercise, less fast food could help curb obesity epidemic
6/21/2011
Safe Weight Loss Guidelines Issued for Athletes Safe weight loss should combine diet and exercise without restricting fluid or food group intake
Experts Issue Guidelines on Safe Weight Loss for Athletes Taking drastic measures to shed pounds to perform better harms health, they add
6/16/2011
High School Kids Get Too Many Sugary Drinks, Too Little Exercise: CDC Only one in 10 kids meets federal goals for fitness, study reveals
New U.S. Health Initiative Highlights Disease Prevention Multi-agency effort will focus on encouraging exercise, healthy eating
CDC: Small Percent of Youth Meet Physical Activity Goals And, daily consumption of sugar-sweetened drinks high, particularly among black and male youth
6/13/2011
Hey, Batter: Your Sleep Habit May Affect Your Swing Study finds night owls hit better than morning larks in night games
6/12/2011
Validity of Baseline Concussion Tests Questioned 'False-negative' results could endanger injured players, researcher says
6/9/2011
Walking the Dog Benefits You, Too Daily outings help control your blood pressure and weight, experts say
Health Tip: Prevent Runner's Knee Help protect this sensitive joint
Physical Activity May Reduce Risk of Silent Brain Infarct No correlation seen between physical activity and white matter hyperintensity volume
6/8/2011
Regular Exercise May Benefit the Brain as Well as the Body Long-term aerobic activity helps preserve white matter needed for key brain functions, study finds
Exercise May Protect the Brain From 'Silent Strokes' Moderate to intense physical activity cuts seniors' risk by 40 percent, study finds
Impaired Heart Function Seen in Teens With Type 2 Diabetes Scans showed poor blood flow during exercise compared with other study participants
6/7/2011
American College of Sports Medicine, May 31-June 4, 2011
6/6/2011
Exercise Helps Men Battling Diabetes and Sleep Apnea Low fitness level linked to higher risk of death among males with both conditions, study finds
6/3/2011
Having More Toys May Boost Exercise Levels in Kids Playtime physical activity rises along with number of playthings to choose from, study finds
Concussions Tied to Verbal Memory Loss in Young Athletes College football, soccer players show signs of decreased brain function after head injury: study
Fit Doctors More Likely to Prescribe Exercise: Study Healthy med students tend to say exercise counseling will play role in their future practice
Used Football Faceshields May Break on Impact College football programs have no universal policy for routine replacement, research shows
Hula-Hoop Might Help Shed Unwanted Pounds 'Hooping' is the equivalent of walking about 4 miles per hour, researchers report
6/1/2011
Experts Recommend Cardiac Screening for College Athletes 1 in 4 tested had heart abnormality or symptoms that required further screening, study finds
5/31/2011
Health Tip: Overdoing Dieting or Exercise Too much of good thing
5/28/2011
What I Did On My Summer Vacation Make sure 'Watching TV' isn't their most memorable activity
5/27/2011
On-the-Job Activity Boosts Americans' Exercise Levels Certain groups more likely to meet fitness guidelines when work-related exercise is considered
5/26/2011
Speed, Size Predict Teen Football Players' Rankings On average, highly recruited high schoolers' 40-yard sprint time was 0.08 seconds faster
Work-Related Activity Boosts Number of Active Adults More meet guidelines when occupational activity factored in
Sedentary Jobs Helping to Drive Obesity Epidemic Study found increase in desk jobs means Americans burning almost 150 calories less a day
5/25/2011
Stroke Patients May Regain Function Just as Easily at Home High-tech 'locomotor' training no better for walking improvement, study finds
5/24/2011
Twin Cities Take Top Ranking for Healthy Living Fitness index finds residents are exercising more, smoking less than those in other U.S. cities
A Cultured Man Is a Healthier, Happier Man: Study Museums, art galleries, ballet may enhance men's well-being even more than women's
5/21/2011
Keeping Cool in the Heat Experts caution that everyone should take steps to prevent heat-related problems
Football Players Urged to Beat the Heat Get acclimated, avoid heat illness by training outdoors over summer, expert says
5/19/2011
Swimmer's Ear Costs Up to $500 Million a Year in U.S. Take steps to prevent this common water-related infection, CDC advises
5/16/2011
Cardiac Rehab Can Boost Survival After Angioplasty, Study Finds But not enough patients take advantage of these programs, experts say
5/13/2011
Teaching Kids to Make Healthier Choices May Pay Off After 4-year program in Michigan middle school, health measures improved, study reports
5/12/2011
Health Tip: Avoid Overtraining Signs that you may have overdone it
5/10/2011
DDW: Potential Diverticulosis Risk Factors Evaluated No association found between dietary fiber, fat, red meat, or physical activity and diverticulosis
5/9/2011
Even a Little Exercise May Protect Against Colon Polyps Study found just one hour a week made a difference in risk
5/6/2011
Everyday Exercise Can Help Kids With Cystic Fibrosis: Study Taking walks, dancing, shooting hoops improved fitness, lung function in patients
Americans Walking, Biking a Bit More, Research Shows Yet participation in both healthy activities is still too low, experts say
5/5/2011
Cardiac Arrest Less Deadly in Exercise Facilities, Study Finds 50% of victims survived, compared with 36% in other indoor public places
Screening Teens' Hearts Could Be Lifesaving Researcher calls ECG test a 'no-brainer' for athletes but sees benefits for all
Sex, Coffee May Boost Risk of Brain Aneurysm Rupture: Study Activities that raise blood pressure appear to be the cause, researcher suggests
5/4/2011
To Feel Better, Exercise Harder: Study Mood improves more after vigorous exercise, researchers find
5/3/2011
Structured Exercise Programs Help Lower Blood Sugar, Study Finds People with type 2 diabetes benefited most from supervised activity, analysis finds
5/2/2011
Exercising While Learning Boosts Test Scores, Study Finds When physical activity was combined with academic skills, elementary students retained more
Survey Finds Many Young Adults Oblivious to Heart Health As obesity and other risk factors rise, many believe stroke and heart disease won't affect them
4/26/2011
Frailty Prevalence May Rise Throughout Adulthood It's not limited to those older than 65, study finds
Vitamin E, Diabetes Drug May Not Ease Obesity-Linked Liver Trouble in Kids Fatty liver disease affects 1 in 20 U.S. children, and can have serious consequences, study authors say
4/25/2011
Pushing Healthy Lifestyle Cuts Risk of Chronic Disease for Blacks: Study Healthy behaviors reduced diabetes, heart disease in couples with one HIV-infected partner
Tai Chi May Help Heart Failure Patients Ancient Chinese exercise seems to improve quality of life, researchers report
4/22/2011
Nurse Practitioner Counsels Lifestyle Changes as Key to Heart Health It's all about diet and exercise, not medications, she advises
Health Tip: Exercise Can Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain And keep your joints flexible
4/21/2011
U.S. Parents Want Kids More Active During School Day: Poll A third think elementary schools should devote more time to PE, survey finds
4/20/2011
Couch-Potato Kids: It Shows in Their Eyes, Researchers Say Excess screen time, low physical activity linked to narrow retinal vessels, predicting poor heart health
4/19/2011
For Nonsmokers, Healthy Living Cuts Death Rate in Half: Study Better diet, exercise and keeping slim fend off heart disease, cancer, research shows
Too Many Parents Think Injuries Are 'Part of the Game' But half of team-sports injuries are preventable, survey says
4/18/2011
Wrestlers' Quick Weight Loss May Cause Mental Confusion Loss of 4% or more of body mass could affect decision-making, researchers say
Lifestyle Changes Can Slash Blood Fat Levels, Experts Say Improving exercise, eating habits reduces triglycerides, heart association notes
4/14/2011
Nervous System Imbalance May Cause Fatigue in Breast Cancer Survivors Researchers find high levels of stress hormones, systemic inflammation
4/13/2011
EB: Exercise Affects Metabolic Markers of Fatty Liver Adiponectin associated with changes in metabolic markers of fatty liver disease progression
Aerobic Exercise May Curb Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease: Report Daily one-hour walks also improved insulin sensitivity in people who are obese, researchers found
Experts Call for Twist on Football Helmet Design Aim would be for a redesign to better prevent brain bleeding
4/12/2011
EB: Aerobic Exercise Improves Cerebral Blood Flow Three-month training program increases cerebral blood flow and VO2 max in elderly women
Brisk Walk Can Boost Blood Flow to the Brain: Report Older women benefited from aerobic activity, 30-50 minutes, 3-4 times per week, small study found
4/11/2011
Having Kids Might Make Young Women Heavier, Less Fit Study found they consumed more calories, exercised less
Progressive Weight Training Can Boost Seniors' Strength Rising levels of exercise help preserve, improve lean muscle, research shows
4/8/2011
Hormone Linked to Absence of Periods in Women With Low Body Fat Lack of leptin contributes to condition, but a synthetic hormone may help, study suggests
Short Bursts of Exercise Good for the Heart: Study And it's not as time-consuming as less strenuous workouts, researchers say
4/7/2011
'Retail Therapy' Might Really Work Daily shopping prolonged survival among elders by 27%, say Taiwanese researchers
4/5/2011
Sudden Cardiac Death More Common in Young Athletes Than Thought Findings highlight need for screening those participating in school sports, experts say
4/4/2011
Yoga May Also Calm a Dangerous Irregular Heartbeat Small study found reduction in episodes of atrial fibrillation, which can raise stroke risk
4/1/2011
Tips for Keeping Young Athletes Safe Doctor's OK recommended before kids start playing sports, expert says
Exercise Is Key for People With Arthritis: Expert Too much sitting around can worsen the condition
3/30/2011
Diet-Exercise Combo Seems to Work Best for Obese Seniors Doing both helps shed pounds, boosts stamina, but workout alone not enough to lose weight: study
Health Tip: Can't Catch Your Breath During a Workout? Here's what might be going on
3/28/2011
Healthy Lifestyles Could Halve Cases of Dangerous Irregular Heartbeat Atrial fibrillation raises stroke risk, but it doesn't have to happen, study shows
Health Tip: Help Strengthen Your Bones With weight-bearing exercises
3/27/2011
Hot Days Turn Pitchers Into Hot Heads Major league pitchers more likely to 'bean' batters in retaliation during sweltering weather, study finds
3/25/2011
Cyclists Urged to Prep Their Bodies for the Long Haul Mainly carbs and liquids needed for the mind and muscles alike, experts say
Taking Responsibility for Own Health Often Not Enough Pennsylvania survey found 93% hold themselves accountable but 33% don't exercise
3/24/2011
AHA: Physical Activity Attenuates Salt's Impact on BP Increasing physical activity correlated with reduced salt sensitivity of blood pressure
3/23/2011
Exercise May Blunt Salt's Effect on Hypertension The more active you are, the less a high-sodium diet will raise your blood pressure, study suggests
3/22/2011
Study: Infrequent Sex Can Raise Risk of Heart Attack, Death Danger greatest shortly after physical activity, but absolute risk small, research finds
3/16/2011
High Blood Pressure Linked to Drop in Walking Speed, Study Finds Major declines affect seniors' ability to remain independent, researchers say
3/15/2011
Fido May Help Keep You Fit Dog owners more likely to meet exercise guidelines, study finds
3/14/2011
Betting During March Madness May Make the Games Less Fun Enjoyment gets lost in the wagering, even for those who pick a winner, researcher says
Health Tip: Get Some Exercise And fresh air at the same time
3/8/2011
Southeastern States Mired in the 'Diabetes Belt': CDC Report Wide swath cutting across U.S. needs better prevention and treatment efforts, study suggests
3/7/2011
Video Games That Make Kids Move Burn Calories Study found energy expenditure equaled that of moderate to vigorous exercise
3/6/2011
Sledding Source of Most Winter Sports Injuries: Report More than 700,000 injuries linked to the activity in U.S. each year, surgeon says
3/5/2011
Exercise Common Sense During Warm Weather Activities With summer coming, brush up on safety precautions to prevent heat illness
3/4/2011
Risk of Drug-Resistant Staph Infection in Gym Low: Study No MRSA found on equipment tested, so extensive cleaning not always necessary
Parks Add Options for Kids' Exercise, Study Finds Certain features of outdoor spaces help cut sedentary indoor time, Australian researchers say
3/3/2011
Kidney Transplant Patients Urged to Keep Fit to Survive Low levels of physical activity linked to raised risk of early death, researchers warn
2/25/2011
Family Dog Might Make Teens More Active Study finds slight rise in daily exercise, although exact reasons aren't clear
Endurance Exercise Thwarts Premature Aging in Mice Researchers liken aggressive workouts to 'fountain of youth'
2/23/2011
Spinal Fusion Surgery May Leave Some Back Pain Patients Worse Off: Study Those who got operation were less likely to return to work than those treated in other ways
2/21/2011
Busy Social Life May Stave Off Disability in Elderly Seniors who participate in activities are better able to continue self-care, study finds
2/19/2011
Views on Pitchers' Elbow Surgery Called 'Disturbing' Survey finds effect of pitch counts underestimated, benefits overestimated
2/18/2011
Study Says 2 Therapies Help Fight Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Cognitive behavior counseling and exercise program enhanced standard treatment, according to British researchers
Separate Bikes-Only Lanes in Cities Cut Injury Rate: Study Cycle tracks separated from traffic would also encourage more biking, experts say
2/17/2011
Knee Replacements Still Work 20 Years Later Study showed most recipients remained active and pain-free
Pre-Run Stretching Doesn't Prevent Injuries, Study Finds But switching your routine could get you hurt, expert says
2/16/2011
Appalachia, the South Home to Least-Active Americans: CDC Exercise can help ward off heart disease, cancer, diabetes, agency notes
2/15/2011
Stress Fractures Hitting High School Athletes Study finds overuse injuries are common in running-related sports
Pedal Your Way to Better Health, at Work Study tests portable device that desk-bound workers could use
2/13/2011
Quick, Simple Test Can Detect Concussion in Athletes Screening superior to other sideline tests in spotting early signs of brain trauma, researchers say
2/12/2011
Get Into Shape Before Spring Activities, Doctor Advises A checkup, improved strength, flexibility can help prevent injuries when starting a new sport
2/11/2011
Skin Infections Can Spread Easily Among Athletes But outbreaks of herpes, ringworm and MRSA are preventable, dermatologist says
Helmet Use Encouraged for Downhill Skiers, Snowboarders Head protection gains attention following high-profile deaths on the slopes
Overweight Kids Who Exercise Improve Thinking, Math Skills: Study Chronic sedentary behavior 'is compromising children's ability and achievement,' research suggests
Therapy Can Help Stroke Patients Walk, Even After 6 Months Comparison study found intense training at home as good as high-tech treadmill device
2/10/2011
Obesity Tied to Education, Income, but Not Suburbia: Study Findings dispute belief that city living is advantageous weight-wise
2/6/2011
Frequent Pitching Could Harm Kids' Shoulders, Elbows They should pitch no more than 100 innings per calendar year, and some less, experts say
2/4/2011
Cancer on the Rise in Developing Countries: Report As economies grow, nations see increasing rates of lifestyle-related diseases, experts say
Healthier Lifestyles May Prevent 340,000 U.S. Cancers a Year: Study Regular exercise, balanced diet, limited alcohol help ward off disease, researchers find
2/3/2011
Narrowed Leg Arteries Disable Women Faster Than Men: Study Women were 2.3 times less likely to be able to walk a continuous quarter mile after 4 years
2/2/2011
Winning Wrestlers Get Bigger Testosterone Boost After Match Hormone also rose in those who lost, but not nearly as much, researchers find
1/31/2011
Brisk Walks May Boost Memory in Older Adults After one year of exercise, hippocampus region was bigger, study finds
1/29/2011
Multiple Concussions Raise Teen Athletes' Health Risks Two or more head injuries can lead to problems with memory, sleep and headaches, study finds
1/28/2011
Exercise Helps Ease Irritable Bowel Symptoms Swedish study finds active group had much less pain and discomfort, compared to control group
1/25/2011
Changing Parental Behavior May Help Obese Kids Lose Weight Young children of parents who took classes in nutrition, exercise kept weight off for 2 years
1/23/2011
For Safe Sledding, Follow These Tips Helmets can help prevent serious head injuries, experts say
1/22/2011
Prepare for Concussion Risk in Winter Sports: CDC Wear protective equipment, get medical help right away for head injury, agency advises
1/18/2011
More Evidence That TV, Computer Time Could Harm Heart After treadmill test, cardiac recovery worse in those with more 'screen time,' study finds
1/15/2011
Five Steps to a Healthier Heart Expert offers simple lifestyle changes to keep cardiovascular disease at bay
1/14/2011
Health Tip: Get Fit For Golf Here are suggested exercises
1/13/2011
Falls as Serious for Elderly as Stroke, Heart Attack: Experts New guidelines say exercise, intervention essential to help those at risk maintain balance, strength
1/12/2011
Taking Short Breaks From Sitting May Help Waistline and Heart Even a little more activity spread through the average workday boosts health, study suggests
1/8/2011
Sailing Injuries Common, Survey Finds Most of those hurt fell, got hit by boom or tangled up in line
1/7/2011
Bike-Riding Ability May Distinguish 'Atypical' Parkinson's For accurate diagnosis, doctors should ask about bicycling, researchers say
1/5/2011
Exercise May Improve Odds Against Prostate Cancer Death Study found three hours or more of vigorous activity a week upped patients' long-term survival
1/4/2011
Fast Walkers May Have More Years Ahead of Them Experts say speed can indicate a person's state of health
12/29/2010
Stretching Before Warm-Up Swings May Harm Golf Game Study links it to a 60 percent drop in accuracy, possibly due to slacker tendons
12/21/2010
Weight Loss During Marathon Linked to Quicker Finish Time Runners who shed more pounds along the way completed race faster, study finds
12/20/2010
Give Yourself the Gift of a Stress-Free Holiday Take steps to protect your health by keeping it simple this season, expert advises
12/17/2010
Sickle Cell May Be Hidden Danger to Young Athletes Two young football players have died this year from condition known as exertional sickling
12/15/2010
Elderly Patients Who Get on Feet Leave Hospital Sooner Even small amounts of increased mobility may speed discharge, researchers say
Death Rate From Heart Disease, Stroke Drops Off Over Decade But success is costly and much too limited, experts say
12/14/2010
Regular Exercise While Young May Slow Middle-Age Spread 150 minutes of exercise a week helped keep off pounds, maintain a smaller waist over 20 years, study says
12/13/2010
What's Good for Heart May Also Be Good for Brain High 'good' cholesterol seems to protect against Alzheimer's disease, study finds
12/10/2010
'Walkable' Communities More Close-Knit, Study Finds Residents are also healthier, happier, with a higher quality of life
12/9/2010
Weight-Lifting After Breast Cancer Won't Cause Lymphedema, Study Finds And it might actually be beneficial, researchers say
Shortened Jump Training Course May Save Women Basketball Players' Knees After just four weeks, strength and stability had improved, researchers say
12/7/2010
Concussion Symptoms Can Differ for Boys and Girls Study of high school athletes shows males more often confused, while females may appear drowsy
12/6/2010
Kids' Team Sports Often Lacking in Exercise, Study Finds Soccer, softball and baseball players found to be inactive for about 30 minutes per practice session
12/4/2010
Rugby Headgear Not Enough to Stop Head, Spine Trauma Research suggests best approach is player education, rule enforcement
12/2/2010
Lifestyle Key to Preventing Stroke, Guidelines Say Number of strokes rising in U.S., but deaths drop almost one-third
New Piece of Alzheimer's Puzzle Identified Changes in lining of blood vessels appear to contribute to disease, researchers say
U.S. Government Sets New Health Goals for 2020 These are more modest than previous ones, experts say
12/1/2010
Imaging May Reveal Sports-Related Brain Disorder at Early Stage Chronic traumatic encephalopathy is now diagnosed only at autopsy
11/30/2010
Endurance Runners Lost 50% of Body Fat During 2-Month Race In addition, muscle volume in legs was reduced by 7%, analysis found
11/29/2010
Regular Walking May Slow Decline of Alzheimer's Researchers also find that walking 6 miles a week can help prevent onset of disease
Kids Who Eat Fruits, Veggies May Cut Heart Risk And threats to heart can be seen in children as young as 9, second study says
11/27/2010
Don't Take a Holiday From Exercise Incorporate active measures into your daily routines as holidays approach, expert says
11/26/2010
Health Tip: Dealing With a Sports Hernia How to help it heal
11/24/2010
Tai Chi May Provide Arthritis Relief Stiffness, fatigue, balance and well-being improved after two months, study finds
11/23/2010
Exercise Combo Best for Type 2 Diabetes Alternating aerobic exercise and resistance training significantly lowered blood sugar, study finds
Practicing Moving to Music May Help Elderly Avoid Falls But another program, using videos and risk awareness, didn't help older hospitalized patients, research shows
11/16/2010
Winter Skies Still Pose Sun Danger, Experts Warn Especially at high altitudes, skin protection is needed year-round
11/15/2010
Few Make Lifestyle Changes that Could Keep Their Heart Healthy Survey found only .01 percent heeded all seven recommendations from heart association
11/11/2010
Many Kids Skipping Meals, Snacking Instead U.S. survey finds they typically miss breakfast or dinner but get lunch at school
Are You at Risk of Developing Diabetes? Know the risk factors and warning signs, experts advise
11/10/2010
Activity Level Seems to Decline Throughout College Years Students need to make time for exercise to avoid becoming sedentary, gaining weight, expert says
Positive Attitude, Planning May Help Women Through Menopause Women should start preparing for the change when they hit perimenopause, specialist says
11/9/2010
Soy Chemicals May Lower Risk for Invasive Breast Cancer Other studies at cancer meeting look at effect on women of hormone therapy, exercise
11/5/2010
To Best Fight Cancer, New Guidelines Urge Exercise Advice represents a sea change in treatment, from 'take it easy' to 'get moving'
11/3/2010
Many Coaches Unprepared for Student-Athletes' Asthma More education needed, experts say
11/2/2010
Online Feedback May Boost Weight-Loss Success Adding computer-generated messages to program increased effectiveness, researchers found
Exercise May Help Beat the Common Cold Each bout of aerobic actvity revs up the immune system, study authors suggest
Canadian Kids Seem More Likely to Be Sidelined by Asthma They report more isolation, exclusion from sports compared with kids in other nations, researchers say
11/1/2010
Concussion Should Sideline Athletes: Neurologists Medical evaluation needed before athlete gets cleared to play, Academy of Neurology advises
10/31/2010
Athletes Excel in Hot or Cool Temps After Heat Acclimation Study first to show this type of training boosted performance in cool conditions
10/29/2010
Chronic Constipation Appears to Be Increasing Among Kids Lack of enough water, fiber and exercise may be partly to blame, researchers suggest
10/28/2010
Artificial Turf Helps Football Players With Agility Drills But for the collegians studied, the 40-yard dash was just as fast on natural grass
10/27/2010
Healthy Living Can Prevent Nearly 25% of Colorectal Cancers Study cites good diet, exercise, moderate drinking among key factors
Parent-Only Programs Can Help Obese Kids Lose Weight: Study Compared with groups including children, adult-only sessions had equal success, researchers found
10/25/2010
Marathons Affect Heart, but Runners Bounce Back Those less fit at higher risk, researcher says
10/22/2010
Steroids May Only Offer Short-Term Help for Tennis Elbow Beyond 12 weeks they appear useless or even harmful, study finds
1 in 10 Child Athletes Injured, Experts Say Here's how parents can help curb the trend
10/16/2010
Winter Runners Reap Physical, Mental Benefits: Expert Outdoor run on cold days may even help prevent seasonal affective disorder, specialist says
10/15/2010
Strength Training May Help Kidney Patients Live Longer, Healthier Over 5 years, those with largest mid-arm muscles 37 percent less likely to die, study found
Even a Little Weight Loss Helps Lower Blood Pressure in Obese Kids Hypertension in youth can lead to heart disease later on, study authors note
10/14/2010
Yoga May Combat Fibromyalgia Symptoms Less pain, fatigue, anxiety reported by study participants after 8 weeks, researchers say
10/13/2010
Walking 6 to 9 Miles a Week May Help Save Memory Brain's gray matter doesn't seem to shrink with this amount of exercise, study finds
10/12/2010
Three Healthy Habits Cut Breast Cancer Risk, Study Finds Exercise, healthy weight, moderate alcohol benefit even women with a family history, experts say
10/11/2010
Insulin Resistance Might Raise Risk of Stroke Study found non-diabetics with the condition were three times more vulnerable
Structured Diet, Exercise Plans Seem to Shed Pounds Two studies found those on regimens lost more weight than those who were not, but critics call results 'best-case scenario'
10/10/2010
October Named International Walk to School Month Kids urged to get some exercise every day by walking or biking to school
10/8/2010
Women Sweat Less Readily Than Men Finding may explain why heat waves hit females harder, researchers say
10/7/2010
Urging Exercise at Faith-Based Meetings May Boost Activity Intervention combining religion and fitness had good results among older black women
10/5/2010
Americans Trailing World in Steps-Per-Day U.S. adults walk about half the distance of Swiss, Australians, study finds
10/4/2010
Interactive Video Games Linked to Injuries However, expert says it's not a major problem
Companies Can Motivate Families to Live Healthier Study found cash incentive drove lifestyle changes for IBM employees
10/1/2010
Doctors' Health, Well-Being Affect Patient Counseling Those who live healthy lifestyle more likely to offer beneficial advice, study finds
9/28/2010
How People With Type 2 Diabetes Can Lose Weight, Keep It Off: Study Intensive lifestyle change program yielded better results than support group
Poor Health Habits Linked to Subpar Work Performance Employees who smoke, don't exercise or eat right take more time off, are less productive, study finds
Adding Recess to the Workday Gains Backers Programs to get adults up and moving may have business as well as personal rewards
Team Sports Pep Up Middle-School Kids Those who participate say they feel better mentally and physically, researchers find
9/27/2010
Physical Abilities May Affect Survival After Breast Cancer Patients who struggle with daily activities more likely to die from other causes, study finds
9/26/2010
ER Visits for Kids' Ice Hockey Injuries Soar From 1990 to 2006, emergency treatment for players aged 9 to 14 rose 163 percent, study finds
9/23/2010
Recent Stress May Reduce Cancer Therapy Effectiveness Protein involved in mental, physical exertion cut chemo and radiation benefits in lab study
9/22/2010
Dancing in Heels Puts Toes Under Extreme Pressure: Study Findings may spur improved designs of high-heeled dance shoes, scientists suggest
9/21/2010
Counseling May Not Help Heart Failure Patients Comply With Rx Many too overwhelmed to follow doctor's orders, experts say
9/20/2010
Manual Labor, Bike or Foot Commute Helps The Heart Study confirms that physical activity, however you get it, may cut risk of heart failure
9/18/2010
Most Americans Don't Get Daily Exercise Only 5% reported vigorous physical activity within preceding 24-hour period, researchers found
9/14/2010
Tendon Injuries May Be Linked to Estrogen Levels in Female Athletes Further research needed to test theory that naturally higher amounts increase risk, scientists say
9/13/2010
Two New Programs Aim to Prevent, Treat Childhood Obesity U.S. National Institutes of Health investing $72 million in effort to curb growing problem
9/10/2010
Clearing Kids for Sports Participation Sparks Conflicts Medical experts disagree on how extensively young athletes' hearts should be tested
Can Basic Physical Tests Help Predict Death Risk? Poorer results on balance, mobility and strength tests linked to higher mortality rate, study contends
9/8/2010
Working Overtime Adds to Heart Risk for Out-of-Shape Men But being physically fit seems to protect those who work longer hours, researchers say
9/6/2010
College Students Reminded to Wash Their Hands Making good hygiene a habit can help stop spread of flu at school, expert says
9/5/2010
Winter Sports Tourists at Higher Risk of Heart Attack Too little conditioning, cold and high altitude all contribute to hazard, researchers say
9/4/2010
Parents Can Take Steps to Boost Kids' Health, Well-Being Pediatrician offers tips to start the school year right
No Surprise: Walking, Cycling Linked to Healthier Weights Researcher admits finding seems obvious, but says scientific proof still important to encourage activity
8/31/2010
Active Lifestyle May Help Counter Obesity Genes Those with inherited susceptibility to overweight urged to get moving, researchers say
In Triathletes, Heart Adapts for Efficiency, Scans Show Combining endurance and resistance training best for optimal cardiac health, study suggests
8/30/2010
Concussion Rates Soar Among Younger Kids Pediatrician group issues new guidelines for sport-related head injuries
8/27/2010
Kids + Sports = Risk for Concussion Being on the alert for symptoms can be key to preventing brain damage
8/26/2010
Record Heat Requires Exercise Precautions Expert offers tips for safe workouts on scorching days
8/25/2010
Short-Term Overeating Could Make Long-Term Weight Loss Tougher Swedish study suggests pounds put on during high-cal, low-exercise periods stick around
8/20/2010
In Seniors, 'Fear of Falling' Risky in Itself Regardless of actual risk, the anxiety made them more likely to tumble, study shows
8/18/2010
Bad Habits Tied to Recurrent Headaches in Teens Study suggests quitting smoking, exercising, losing weight can cut their frequency
Tai Chi May Help Ease Fibromyalgia Participants reported less pain, a happier mood and overall better quality of life
8/15/2010
Proper Training for Marathon Run Takes Time, Experts Say Advice includes building up mileage slowly and avoiding overtraining
8/8/2010
Fractures a Costly Cause of High School Sports Injury 95% require expensive diagnostic imaging, study finds
8/7/2010
Early Steps Can Protect Your Knees, Prevent Later Problems Lifestyle changes can help stave off arthritis, surgery, doctor says
8/6/2010
Surgeons' Group Weighs In on Football Injury Prevention As season approaches, safety measures can help ward off hazardous concussions, experts say
8/5/2010
'Body Checking' Not to Blame for Most Ice Hockey Injuries: Study The majority of youth players are not hurt intentionally, researchers say
8/3/2010
Dorm With Cafeteria May Boost College Weight Gain Walking farther for meals seems to keep freshmen slimmer, study finds
Weight Gain Eroding Americans' Quality of Life 'Healthy days per year' lost due to overweight has doubled since 1993, study shows
8/2/2010
Health Tip: Skateboard Safely What to do to protect yourself
Low Carb-, Low-Fat Diets Tied for Long-Term Weight Loss 2-year trial finds no difference in pounds lost, but cutting carbs may be best for heart health
7/31/2010
Athletes Need to Protect Against Heat Stroke: Expert Taking simple steps during summer sports can prevent potentially fatal illness, athletic trainer says
7/30/2010
Doing Prescribed Exercises May Help Relieve Arthritis Pain Adhering to recommended routine reduced aches, boosted strength, researchers found
7/23/2010
As Weight Goes Up, So Do Heart Risks Across-the-board improvements may await those who trim down
7/22/2010
The Longer You Sit, the Shorter Your Life Span: Study Effect was seen even when researchers factored out obesity, exercise
7/20/2010
'Get Moving' Can Be Vital Advice for Seniors For those who start and stick with physical activity, benefits abound, experts say
7/17/2010
Simple Tool May Predict Athlete's Risk for Ligament Injury In-office test for ACL tear as accurate as more expensive methods, researchers say
7/12/2010
Lifestyle Interventions Needed to Stay Heart-Healthy American Heart Association outlines strategies in a new scientific statement
Exercise, Vitamin D Seem to Cut Alzheimer's Risk: Researchers Both appear to reduce cognitive decline, two long-term studies contend
7/7/2010
Best Option for Rotator Cuff Tear May Vary by Patient Benefits found for different treatment methods, with and without surgery, researchers say
7/5/2010
City Cycling Seems to Have More Upsides Than Down Parking the car, hopping on a bike helps health and environment, study finds
How to Ride Out Dangerous Heat Waves Expert offers tips on using the body's own cooling mechanisms to stay safe during hot weather
6/30/2010
Exercise May Guard Girls Against Dementia in Senior Years But researchers stress it's not clear if activity directly lowers risk
Health Tip: Help Keep Baby Moving Suggestions to encourage activity
6/29/2010
Community-Based Diabetes Prevention Program Promising: Study Model works as well as individual counseling, researchers say
Taking Public Transit Might Help You Stay Slim Leaving car at home, walking to station adds to daily exercise, researchers note
6/28/2010
A Little Biking May Help Premenopausal Women Stay Slim If you're already heavy, even five minutes a day brings results, study finds
Exercise OK for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients: Review Moderate-intensity aerobics safe, beneficial in those with stable disease, experts say
Kids With Coordination Disorder More Likely to Be Overweight Condition may interfere with physical activity, researchers say
6/22/2010
Exercise May Combat Alcohol Cravings, Animal Study Suggests Hamster research indicates workouts stimulate same brain reward pathways as booze
6/21/2010
Inexperienced Female Athletes Risk Serious Health Problems Too much exercise, too little nutrition can lead to osteoporosis, fertility issues, experts warn
6/19/2010
Most Heart Patients Skimp on Exercise After Rehab A year later, only 37 percent were doing cardio exercises 3 times a week, study finds
6/16/2010
Scientists Tease Out Links Between Diabetes, Cancer Does the blood sugar disease help cause malignancy, or just share common risk factors?
6/14/2010
Stricter Rules Can Steer Kids Away From TV And physically active kids watch less television, researchers report
Lifestyle Changes Are No Guarantee Against Alzheimer's Panel finds inconclusive evidence that diet, exercise, supplements prevent dementia
6/11/2010
Least Healthy More Apt to Think Genes Explain Disease Risk Survey also found these people were not as interested in information on lifestyle changes
6/10/2010
Exercise Helps Reduce Falls in Young and Old Two hours of aerobic activity a week lowers the risk, researchers found
6/7/2010
After a Stroke, Light Exercise Gets Hands, Arms Working Again Experimental program is found to improve functioning by a third
6/4/2010
Wii Games Can Get Seniors Moving Activity-oriented video gaming may benefit overweight older folks, researchers say
Help for Women Runners With Knee Pain Hip-strengthening exercises may relieve discomfort, study finds
6/3/2010
Breathing Exercises May Boost Athletes' Performance Inspiratory muscle training pays off in endurance sports, study finds
Neighborhood Planning Could Help More Kids Avoid Obesity Safe places to walk, bike and accessible teen-friendly destinations promote healthy weight, study finds
Health Tip: Protect Your Child From a Sports Injury Precautions to take before the game
6/2/2010
Clean House Linked to Better Fitness People who take care of their home tend to get more exercise, research finds
6/1/2010
Being Young and Sedentary Raises Hypertension Risk Later 20-year study found if young adults were more fit, 34% of high blood pressure cases could be prevented
Sexual, Urinary Health Boosted in Exercisers, Nonsmokers Cigarettes, sedentary lifestyle linked to urological problems, studies show
5/28/2010
Bursts of Vigorous Activity Appear to Be a 'Stress-Buffer' Exercise 3 days per week may slow cell aging, research suggests
5/27/2010
Exercise Boosts Health of Cancer Patients Physical activity during and after treatment resulted in less fatigue, greater well-being, researchers say
Health Tip: Help Prevent Exercise-Induced Asthma It matters when and where you work out
Fit People Release More Fat-Burning Molecules During Exercise And marathon runners generate far more than those who do moderate exercise, study shows
5/26/2010
Osteoarthritis Claims Growing Number of Younger Victims Intensive sports and exercise at young age may be the cause, experts say
5/23/2010
Yoga's Benefits Outweigh Risks for Pregnant Women Performed properly, it helps build strength and flexibility, aids relaxation, experts say
5/20/2010
More Steps a Day Lead to Better Health Study suggests walking may help prevent metabolic syndrome
5/18/2010
Elderly Falls Linked to Altered Blood Flow in Brain Exercise, treating hypertension may help, researchers say
Exercise Can Spur Wheezing, Even in Healthy Kids Asthma-like symptoms surprised researchers
5/15/2010
At Any Age, Helmets Make Riding Safer Cyclists urged to put a lid on brain injuries and deaths
5/11/2010
Rhythmic Gymnastics May Help Girls Build Strong Bones Long-term benefits unknown, but could reduce future fracture risk, researchers speculate
Strenuous Exercise May Stop Cellular Death Running a marathon appears to halt the natural death of cells, researchers say
With Long-Term Exercise, Being 80 Is Just a Number Seniors find that strength, flexibility can remain, and heart risks fall
5/10/2010
Health Tip: Sign Up Your Child for a Sport Here are issues to consider first
5/7/2010
Ankle Braces May Protect Girl Volleyball Players Device most effective for those who haven't had previous sprain, study says
5/3/2010
Obesity a Bigger Threat to Kids in Southern States Rate in Mississippi is double that of children in Oregon, CDC study finds
Human Growth Hormone Does Boost Athletic Performance In trial, those who took the banned substance were leaner and ran faster
4/30/2010
Motor Skills Lag in Poor Preschoolers Delays in running, catching, throwing lead to sedentary lifestyle, study finds
4/29/2010
Exercise, Weight Control May Keep Fibromyalgia at Bay Study finds link between excess weight and the pain disorder, especially among inactive women
4/27/2010
Mediterranean Diet Helps Protect Aging Brain People who scored highest in adherence to diet least likely to suffer mental decline, study finds
Steroids Could Harm Heart's Pumping Ability Rather than enlarged hearts in weight lifters, study finds problems contracting, relaxing
4/26/2010
Four Unhealthy Behaviors Linked to Premature Death People who smoke, drink, rarely exercise, and skimp on fruits and veggies die earlier than usual, study finds
4/25/2010
Time to Remind Teens About Sun Protection Young women are especially likely to develop skin cancer, experts say
4/23/2010
Martial Arts Training May Save Seniors' Hips Learning to roll when they fall helps prevent fractures, study finds
4/17/2010
Are Male Marathoners More Competitive Than Women? Men cite faster times as the goal, while females hope to 'feel good,' study found
4/14/2010
Play Creatively as a Kid, Be a Healthier Adult Grown-ups need to stop restricting kids' activity, researcher says
4/13/2010
U.S. Hospitals Get Low Marks on Curbing Infections Federal reports also say health care providers can do more to help obese patients
4/12/2010
Health Tip: Create a Cross-Training Routine Here are suggested components
4/11/2010
Help Your Kids Stay Active Join in, and make it fun, group urges
4/6/2010
A Brisk Pace May Keep Stroke at Bay Women who walked for 2 or more hours per week cut risk by 30%, study found
4/5/2010
Expectant Mom's Exercise Keeps Newborn's Birth Weight Down May lower baby's risk of obesity later in life, research suggests
Exercise Helps Teens Overcome 'Obesity Gene' DNA does not make overweight inevitable, new study shows
4/4/2010
Weight Training-Related Injuries on the Rise Most injuries occur when using free weights, not machines, study finds
4/2/2010
Only 1 in 4 Pregnant Women Gets Enough Exercise U.S. guidelines urge 150 minutes of moderate activity per week, experts say
4/1/2010
Turning Your Workday Into Weight Loss 'Healthy office' can help employees shed pounds, boost productivity, experts say
3/30/2010
Man's Best Friend Helps Mend Broken Hearts Cardiac patients walking back to health with shelter dogs
Health Tip: Drink Enough Water Before, during and after exercise
Many With Arthritis Find Simple Solutions for Relief But they would benefit more if they sought advice from doctors, pharmacists, study says
3/23/2010
Being Active an Hour a Day Puts Brakes on Weight Gain Walking, biking, dancing can all help normal-weight women as they age, study finds
3/21/2010
Safety Should Be Priority for Those Involved in Kids' Sports Teamwork between players, parents and coaches can help prevent injuries
3/15/2010
Intense Cholesterol, Blood Pressure Therapies Don't Help Type 2 Diabetics Study findings underscore the importance of exercise and proper nutrition, expert says
Marathoners Face Greater Risk of Artery Problems And this could lead to high blood pressure, heart attack, even death, study suggests
3/12/2010
High-Impact Sports Might Not Harm Knee Replacements More active patients had better joint function, study found
3/11/2010
Pre-Season Test Spots Baseball Pitchers at Risk of Injury Weakness in rotator cuff a warning sign, but exercise regimens can help, experts say
3/8/2010
Health Tip: Shovel Snow Safely Physician group suggests how
3/4/2010
Shoulder Dislocations a Sports Hazard Young men most at risk, but elderly women are too, study finds
3/3/2010
Fitness May Boost Kids' Grades Study finds link between physical health and academic test scores
Workplace Wellness Programs Work Employees who used them lost weight, lowered heart disease risk, study finds
You Can't Exercise Away TV's Toll on the Heart Heavy screen time in youth means trouble by mid-40s, despite activity levels, study finds
3/1/2010
Routine Heart Tests for Athletes Would Save Lives The ECGs are also cost-effective, new study shows
2/25/2010
Obesity, Lack of Exercise Heighten Arthritis Risk for Women Rates of the condition are higher in U.S. than Canada, study finds
2/24/2010
Fitness Boosts Brain Power in Multiple Sclerosis Patients MRI scans show less structural damage in those who exercise
2/23/2010
Exercise Can Quiet Anxiety That Comes With Illness Symptoms fall 20 percent among people with chronic health woes, study finds
2/22/2010
Report Calls High Blood Pressure a 'Neglected Disease' It recommends a broad response, including consuming less salt and getting more exercise
2/21/2010
Realistic Physical Goals Can Make You a Winner Activity plan based on enjoyment and fitness level works best, expert says
2/20/2010
As Temperature Plummets, It's Still Safe to Exercise Just dress appropriately and avoid extreme conditions, expert says
2/19/2010
Teens Might Exercise More If They Think It's Fun Promoting joy of physical activity beats teaching health benefits, study finds
2/18/2010
Long-Distance Runners May Have Endurance in Their Genes 'Some of us are truly born to run,' researcher says
2/17/2010
County-By-County Report Sizes Up Americans' Health Rural areas tend to fare worse than urban locales, comprehensive survey finds
Rising Use of Medical Technologies Extending Americans' Lives Annual report on nation's health finds flaws, though, in weight, exercise and insurance
2/16/2010
Most Americans Think It's Others Who Are Unhealthy Survey found most people thought they were fine, while their docs disagreed
2/13/2010
Train Like an Olympian: Here's How Follow these tips to improve on your personal best
2/12/2010
Mexican-Americans Most Active in U.S. Monitors show they get more exercise than whites or blacks
Pro Athletes' Brains React at Olympic Speed They're quicker than amateurs at predicting moves, taking action, study finds
2/11/2010
Fitness a Factor in Snow Shoveling Injuries Some people just aren't in good enough shape to do it themselves, expert warns
2/8/2010
3 Home Habits Help Youngsters Stay Slim Eating together, limiting TV and getting enough sleep cut risk of obesity, study finds
Scientists Spot Genes Tied to Aging Some people are programmed to age at a faster rate, study says
Health Tip: Spot Unsafe Playgrounds Equipment that could be dangerous
2/7/2010
Ski Helmets Encouraged for All Head injuries reduced without harm to neck, researchers find
2/5/2010
Kids Born Early in Year More Likely to Be Athletes? Size advantage in school translates to success on playing field, author says
2/4/2010
'Gene Doping' May Be Next Wave of Sports Tampering Genetic manipulation may soon become a hard-to-detect way for athletes to cheat, researchers say
2/3/2010
Biking to School Boosts Kids' Fitness Foot- or pedal-power brings results, study finds
Wii Popularity Leads to New Kind of Gaming Injury Instead of hand pain, some injure their feet on Wii boards, report notes
2/2/2010
Health Tip: Benefitting From Cross-Training Exercises They help vary your routine and benefit more of your muscles
1/30/2010
For the Knee, Shoes and Playing Surface Matter Study finds that cleats and natural grass make the safest combination
1/26/2010
In Injury-Prone Soccer, Headers Aren't the Problem Colliding with other body parts, and the ground, cause more injuries, experts say
1/25/2010
More Proof Exercise Leads to Healthier Aging Good for the mind and body, series of studies finds
1/22/2010
Video Gaming Just Might Fight Aging Experts find physical and mental benefits as people grow old
1/21/2010
1 in 5 U.S. Kids Has High Cholesterol Obese, overweight at greatest risk for heart disease as adults, CDC report notes
1/15/2010
Girls' Soccer Injuries Plummet After Exercise Program Specially designed training sessions bring less trauma to knees, researchers say
1/12/2010
Faster Heart Rate May Raise Risk of Heart Attack Death But for women, exercise cuts that risk significantly, study finds
1/11/2010
TV Watching May Shorten Your Life Too much sitting raises your risk of dying from heart disease, researchers say
Exercise May Stave Off Mental Decline Regular workouts protected cognitive function of older adults in two studies
1/8/2010
For Fitness, Cutting Calories May Not Be Enough Study found better health outcomes in those who worked out while dieting
1/6/2010
Cellular Tweak Helps Mice Burn More Fat Targeting key mechanism could lead to new treatments for obesity, findings suggest
1/4/2010
For Better Health in New Year, Add Exercise to Your Day Thirty minutes is all it takes, says exercise expert
12/31/2009
Add Some Woof! to Your Workout Dogs are joining humans at fitness 'boot camps'
12/30/2009
Heel Pain Usually Relieved With Stretching Regimen Left untreated, plantar fasciitis can lead to other problems, doctor says
For Kids, All Activity May Not Be Equal Learning movement skills is key but often overlooked in zest for sports, experts say
Heart Attacks More Common in Winter Exercise caution when shoveling, working out to avoid cardiac emergency
If Ski Injury Occurs, Plans for Fun Go Downhill Fast The slopes are no place to get careless about safety, doctor warns
12/29/2009
Winter Exercise Can Lift Your Spirits Creativity will help you stick to your workout routine, even in foul weather
12/28/2009
Top Reasons Those 'Get Fit' Resolutions Don't Stick Study points to self-consciousness as biggest factor standing in people's way
12/18/2009
Kids in Home-Based Day Care Lack Exercise Most providers meet nutrition but not physical activity needs, study finds
12/14/2009
Physical Activity May Prolong Survival After Colon Cancer Exercise benefited men whose disease had been treated, hadn't spread, study finds
12/8/2009
Coffee, Exercise Fight Prostate Cancer Studies show improved survival among men who partake regularly
U.S. Cancer Cases, Deaths Continue to Drop Report says lifestyle changes, better screening and treatment explain decrease
12/4/2009
Teens Lose More Weight Using Healthy Strategies Increasing exercise, water and fruit consumption leads to success, study finds
12/2/2009
Oversized College Football Players May Face Heart Risks Linemen especially likely to have metabolic syndrome, study finds
12/1/2009
Weak Muscles May Cause 'Runner's Knee' Hamstrings, quadriceps and fallen arches take the blame in new study
Exercise May Lead to a Smarter, More Successful You Stronger cardiovascular system tied to academic achievement, study finds
11/30/2009
Lots of Exercise in Midlife May Lead to Osteoarthritis Like a pothole that worsens over time, so do knees' internal injuries, study finds
Exercise Guards White Blood Cells Against Aging In study, athletes had 'younger' immune cells than sedentary, healthy adults
Health Tip: Opt for Weight-Bearing Exercises They can help build bone health
Rx for Office Pains: Strength Exercises Neck, shoulder discomfort eased, function improved after 10-week program, researchers say
11/23/2009
Vigorous Exercise Cuts Stroke Risk for Men, Not Women Older males saw their odds drop by 63 percent with moderate-to-high intensity workouts
11/18/2009
Lifelong Exercise Keeps Seniors Young at Heart Separate study finds stem cell therapy improves exercise capacity in patients with enlarged hearts
11/16/2009
Experts Urge School Screening of Athletes' Hearts Inexpensive EKGs would reduce risk of sudden death, study finds
Active Video Games Count as Exercise Wii programs can provide moderate-intensity workouts, Nintendo study finds
11/14/2009
High-Impact Activity May Be Good for Old Bones Sampling of senior athletes finds better density with some sports
11/13/2009
Kids Kept Indoors Due to Poor Clothing Choices Children without proper attire can prevent their class from playing outdoors, study finds
11/12/2009
Boys' Team Sports May Encourage Bad Behavior Male high school athletes more likely to drink and fight than females, study finds
11/11/2009
For Older Walkers, Faster Is Better Those who stroll are more likely to die from cardiovascular disease, study finds
11/6/2009
Simple Steps Get Walkers Moving Improved pedestrian routes and formation of walking groups pay off, study finds
11/5/2009
Living With Less TV, More Sweat Boosts Weight Loss Home environment plays role in effort to drop pounds, experts say
10/29/2009
Kidney Damage Another Consequence of Anabolic Steroids Long-term use can lead to severe kidney scarring, new research shows
Diet, Exercise Thwart Diabetes: Study Lifestyle changes really do work to prevent type 2, experts say
Tai Chi May Help Ward Off Knee Pain in Seniors Two hours per week can improve osteoarthritis symptoms in older patients, study finds
10/28/2009
Health Tip: Exercise During Pregnancy A list of typical benefits
Even Light Smoking Affects Young Adults' Arteries Damage makes it harder to run and climb steps, researcher says
10/26/2009
Fitness Fades Fast After 45 But healthy habits can stave off the inevitable declines, research finds
Big, Beefy Football Players May Face Heart Problems Later Physical activity may not protect heart from complications of extra weight, study finds
10/25/2009
Brisk Walk Can Help Leave Common Cold Behind A stuffy head is no reason to avoid mild exercise, expert says
10/23/2009
Anesthesia, Exertional Heat Deaths May Be Linked Malignant hyperthermia occurs with extreme exercise, not just surgery, researchers find
Diabetes Drug May Boost Weight Loss in Obese Patients Combo of diet, exercise and injections helped non-diabetics shed pounds, study finds
10/14/2009
Supervised Exercise May Relieve Fatigue During Chemotherapy Mixed-intensity program improved vitality and well-being in study patients
10/12/2009
Health Tip: Why Don't You Exercise? Solutions to common excuses
10/9/2009
Stretching Test May Reveal Arterial Stiffness Flexibility exercises belong in cardiovascular workout, experts say
10/8/2009
Exercise Boosts Bone Density in Breast-Feeding Moms Lactation depletes calcium stores, but working out can minimize risks, research shows
Exercise Extends Life of Kidney Patients Study finds physical activity pays off
10/7/2009
Nutrition Still Not 'A' Grade in U.S. Schools: Studies Guidelines are helping, but more is needed to stem teen obesity, researchers say
10/6/2009
Pain Robs Years From Folks at Mid-Life People in their 50s act more like 80 if they're suffering: study
Program Helps Kids Switch Over to Healthy Behaviors Triple intervention enforces message at home, school and in the community, researchers say
Exercise in Adolescence May Cut Risk of Deadly Brain Tumor Physical activity later in life didn't seem to matter, study finds
9/30/2009
Study Urges Treatment for Even Mild Gestational Diabetes Women, babies alike benefit when therapy goes to more than just severe cases, experts say
Workplace Wellness Seems to Really Work Investing in employee health cuts medical costs and ups productivity, heart experts say
9/29/2009
Exercise 30 Minutes a Day? Who Knew! Most Americans aren't aware of national recommendations, study finds
9/25/2009
Exercise May Prevent Prostate Cancer: Study Report adds to debate over the value of exercise as a protector for men
9/22/2009
Small Steps May Speed Recovery in ICU Patients Mild exercise beats bed rest, preliminary study finds
9/21/2009
Exercise During Pregnancy Keeps Newborn Size Normal Low-impact aerobics safe, beneficial throughout pregnancy, study suggests
9/19/2009
School Sports May Spell Trouble for Ankles Because children's bones are still developing, injuries require special care, doctors say
9/16/2009
Exercise Benefits Even the Oldest Old Regular workouts extend life and reduce risk of physical disability, researchers find
Shockwave Treatment May Not Be Best for Shoulder Pain Comparison study finds supervised exercise has better results
9/14/2009
Air Pollution May Raise Blood Pressure Inhaling microscopic particles could raise risk of heart disease, study finds
9/9/2009
Testing Young Athletes for Heart Defects May Save Lives To prevent sudden cardiac death, researchers recommend electrocardiograms
9/4/2009
Exercise May Help Maintain Weight Loss If they continue working out, dieters can keep off pounds, study finds
Thin Thighs Might Be Harbinger of Heart Disease Increased risk seen in Danish study, but authors say more research is needed
9/3/2009
High School Sports Put Players at Risk for Severe Injuries More needs to be done to protect young knees, ankles and shoulders, researcher says
8/31/2009
Health Tip: Strengthen Your Shoulders To help prevent injury
Drinkers May Exercise More Than Teetotalers Activity levels rise along with alcohol use, survey shows
8/30/2009
Young Athletes at Risk of Heat Injury Sports medicine experts issue hot-weather guidelines for coaches
8/27/2009
Strong Thighs May Mean Less Knee Pain for Women Study found link between muscle strength, arthritis woes
Regular Yoga May Improve Eating Habits Body awareness plays a key role in weight maintenance, researchers say
8/26/2009
Women's Exercise Priorities Vary With Life Stages Self-care often loses out to family obligations, analysis finds
8/20/2009
Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes They also report higher energy during the day and greater ability to concentrate
8/16/2009
Web Is Becoming One-Stop Shopping for Health Help For support, advice or treatment, online interventions now await
8/13/2009
Health Tip: Children Need Exercise, Too How they benefit from activity
Exercise May Help in Leukemia Recovery Small study finds physical activity reduces depression and fatigue
8/10/2009
More Evidence Healthy Living Brings Long Life Good diet, no smoking, regular exercise lower chronic disease risk by 80%, CDC study finds
Blows to the Chest Up Death Risk for Lacrosse Players Injuries are fatal far more often than in other contact sports, study finds
8/7/2009
Beetroot Juice May Boost Stamina Study findings could apply to athletes, elderly, researchers say
7/30/2009
Muscle Density Linked to Disability Building strength, expert says, might help keep elderly out of hospitals
7/29/2009
Intense Daily Workout May Keep Cancer at Bay Thirty minutes a day cut risk in half in study of Finnish men
7/27/2009
'Safe' Ozone Levels May Not Be for Some Study finds lung problems after exercise at lower concentrations
Many Cancer Survivors Don't Adopt Healthy Lifestyle Study finds just 7 percent of older survivors meet diet, exercise guidelines
7/24/2009
Stress, Bad Bedtime Habits Cause Insomnia For a good night's sleep, follow these expert tips
7/23/2009
Sedentary Kids May Take Longer to Fall Asleep But active kids need more sleep and get it more easily, expert says
7/21/2009
Studies Affirm Value of Healthy Lifestyle Those who ate right, exercised lowered chances of cardiovascular trouble
Health Tip: If You're Tired of Walking Here are some low-impact alternatives
7/17/2009
Modern Athletes Keep Getting Taller, Bigger Rise in body size outstrips gains seen in general population, study finds
7/14/2009
Healthy Diet, Exercise Keeps Mind Sharp As You Age New research finds eating healthy, moderate activity are protective
Get the Most Out of Your Run Simple steps can prevent injuries, experts say
Fitness Might Limit Stroke's Impact People who exercise prior to attack do better, study finds
Excess Weight Speeds Up Osteoarthritis Rapid loss of knee cartilage directly linked to being overweight in study
7/10/2009
Shoulder Surgery Helps Athletes Get Back in the Game Total joint replacement doesn't keep most people sidelined for long, study shows
7/6/2009
Even Steroid-Free Bodybuilders Focus on Image Weight trainers show signs of disorder called muscle dysmorphia, study finds
Health Tip: Wear a Helmet If you're at risk of head injury
7/5/2009
Living Healthily on Less Even when budgets are tight, experts say, health and fitness need not suffer
Exercise Tips to Keep Boomers on Their Feet Taking simple precautions can help prevent pain and injury, doctors say
7/2/2009
Health Tip: Straining the Hamstring Who's at greater risk
7/1/2009
Growth Hormone May Build Muscle in Older Men Finding shows promise for treating age-related loss of strength, researchers say
Obesity Rates Continue to Climb in U.S. Eight of 10 states with highest number of obese adults are in the South, report says
6/30/2009
Comic Strip Aims to Educate Families About Diabetes Storyline tackles lack of information about the disease in the Hispanic community
6/27/2009
Have Fun -- But Be Safe -- This Summer Expert offers tips to avoid getting sidelined by a sports injury
6/24/2009
Stay Upbeat, Active to Keep the Mind Young The brain may slow with aging, but good habits can help you cope, experts say
6/19/2009
Does Location Affect Kids' Weight? Study refutes belief that living near fast-food joints makes children fat
6/11/2009
Need a Walking Partner? Try a Dog Those who do are apt to exercise (and enjoy it) more, experts say
6/8/2009
Exercise, Education Keep You Sharp in Old Age Study finds healthy, active lifestyle stems mental decline
6/5/2009
Finding Fitness on the Dance Floor Two-stepping may add fun to aerobic workouts, studies show
Interactive Video Games Offer Exercise Benefits Payoff was especially evident with seniors, researchers say
6/3/2009
Want to Stop Cancer? You Can, Experts Say Lifestyle changes have been shown to lower odds, even for those at higher risk
Making Obese Mice Slim, Without Diet or Exercise Findings might someday help overweight humans, too, experts say
5/29/2009
Post-Exercise 'Glow' May Last 12 Hours Emotional uplift from even moderate workout isn't short-lived, new study shows
Teens Likely to Trade Team Sports for Individual Exercise Vigorous activity is less likely than walking or running as kids age, researchers say
5/28/2009
Cancer Survivors Can Still Be Fit, Study Asserts Therapies do not appear to hamper cardiovascular health
5/27/2009
Americans Score Low on Healthy Lifestyle Too many rely on drugs to fix what healthy living would cure, researcher says
5/24/2009
Mom and Baby Alike May Benefit From Exercise Most women should keep active while pregnant, experts say
5/23/2009
For Young Ballplayers, Support and Caution Are Key Preventing injury takes practice, on and off the field, experts say
5/20/2009
E-Mailing Your Way to Healthier Habits People move more and eat better when messaged to do so, study finds
Healthier Lifestyle Can Cut COPD Symptoms Diet, exercise and smoking cessation counseling also proved cost-effective, study finds
5/19/2009
Health Tip: Help Protect Young Athletes Follow the rules of the game
Higher Fitness Levels Tied to Lower Heart, Death Risks Staying healthy means a quality life that lasts longer, review finds
5/14/2009
Early Exercise Boosts Outcomes for ICU Patients Interrupting sedation for daily physiotherapy led to better post-discharge function, study finds
Daily Exercise at School Yields Rewards Kids have healthier hearts and are less apt to be overweight, study finds
5/12/2009
Healthy Behaviors Slow Functional Decline After Cancer Diet, exercise may improve endurance in older, overweight cancer survivors, study shows
5/8/2009
Exercising Throat Muscles May Relieve Sleep Apnea Workout regimen for the upper airway may improve sleep disorder symptoms, study finds
5/4/2009
Health Tip: Get Fit After Baby is Born But don't overdo it
5/1/2009
FDA Recalls Dietary Supplements Tied to 1 Death, Liver Damage Hydroxycut products are sold as fat-burners, energy boosters, agency says
4/28/2009
Smoking, Hypertension Each Account for 1 in 5 U.S. Deaths Prevention efforts 'have run out of steam,' expert says
Lifestyle Factors Tied to Older Adults' Diabetes Risk As population ages, even small changes affect incidence, study finds
Health Tip: Too Much Exercise Isn't Good Either Signs that you may be overdoing it
4/23/2009
A Pre-Workout Meal to Help You Burn Fat Stay away from white bread, other 'high-glycemic' carbs, researchers say
4/22/2009
Health Tip: Keeping Workouts Fun Suggestions to avoid boredom
4/20/2009
Study Rates Breast Cancer Risks Among Races Researchers find white and black women share certain risks; other factors more distinctive
4/17/2009
Exercise During Pregnancy May Help Baby Researchers saw improved fetal development when moms-to-be worked out
The Pill May Limit Muscle Gains in Women But experts say results from the small study are no reason to stop birth control
4/12/2009
A Winning Strategy to Beat Spring Sporting Injuries Podiatrists suggest proper shoes, warm-up routine can prevent most common foot and ankle problems
4/10/2009
Marathoners Go the Distance on Heart Health Even walking half an hour a day can boost longevity, study finds
4/8/2009
Health Tip: Aerobic Exercise It gets your heart pumping and can help you lose weight
4/7/2009
Exercise Might Benefit Some With Heart Failure Improvement was modest, but activity is safe and should be urged, expert says
Health Tip: Sticking With Exercise Suggestions to keep up your routine
4/6/2009
Health Tip: Jump Rope for Fitness A fun way to stay active
Yale Plans Closer Look at Exercise and Cancer Studies will chart recovery of active women with breast or ovarian disease
4/3/2009
Muscle Mass Won't Grow in Women Over 80 But weight training can boost strength in other ways, researchers say
Trouble Sleeping? Try These Tips What you do and drink before bedtime can have an effect
Sports Drinks May Be Tough on Teeth Experts even suggest delaying brushing after consumption
3/30/2009
School PE Programs Don't Lower Child Obesity But they do boost fitness and are still valuable, study finds
3/26/2009
Health Tip: Asthmatics Don't Have to Stop Exercising Suggestions for keeping active
3/24/2009
Health Tip: Try Kickboxing But begin gradually
Many Americans Fear Being Diagnosed With Diabetes But most do little to reduce risks of getting blood sugar disease, survey finds
3/23/2009
High Blood Fat Levels Common in Americans And those fats, called triglycerides, may contribute to heart risk, study says
3/17/2009
Walk 100 Steps a Minute for 'Moderate' Exercise Study computes a pace brisk enough to meet activity guidelines
3/16/2009
Any Exercise Good After a Heart Attack But inactivity makes benefit vanish quickly, researchers say
Using Music and Sports to Improve Kids' Asthma More consistent medication use, fewer ER visits result, studies find
3/13/2009
Mental Exhaustion Impedes Physical Performance Researchers say finding could serve as model for diagnosing chronic fatigue
3/12/2009
Kids Who Live Near Green Spaces Seem to Walk More Experts urge urban planners to heed study's finding and help fight obesity
European Researchers Call for New Doping Standards Ethnic differences affect results with existing test, study finds
Health Tip: Exercise for Bone Health It will help keep bones strong
3/6/2009
Men Who Get Active in Midlife Live Longer Effect of adding exercise equals that of stopping smoking, experts say
Belly Fat Puts the Pressure on Lungs Obesity may affect diaphragm, chest wall to decrease volume, study says
3/5/2009
Contact Lenses Boost Kids' Self-Image Study finds they think they're better able to play sports, be accepted by peers
Second Stroke Prevention Efforts Found Wanting Many patients not getting services they need to prevent another attack, researchers say
3/2/2009
Swimming Lessons Don't Increase Drowning Risk, Study Says But experts warn parents that instruction alone is no guarantee
Health Tip: Protect Your Muscles Conditions that raise your risk for strain and injury
2/21/2009
Walking Program May Relieve Peripheral Artery Pain Distance improved and pain fell for participants, study finds
2/20/2009
Bill Clinton, Health Groups to Tackle Childhood Obesity Public, private coalition hopes to meet weight-linked healthcare needs of 6.2 million kids
2/18/2009
Cancer Death Rates Decline Among Blacks, But Disparities Linger Diagnosis still comes later than for whites and survival is poorer, new report finds
2/16/2009
Sudden Cardiac Death Rare in Young Athletes Risk is similar to that of being killed by lightning, study finds
2/13/2009
Exercise Boosts Quality of Life in Postmenopausal Women Study finds even without weight loss, general health, functioning improve
Winter's Cold, Summer's Heat Take a Toll Activity level drops among women at certain times of year, study finds
2/10/2009
Chronic Low Back Pain Is on the Rise Doubling of rate in North Carolina may mimic rest of nation
2/7/2009
Healthy Heart Tips for a Bad Economy Don't let your body pay the price in uncertain times, experts say
2/6/2009
For Preschoolers, Even 'Play' Tends to Be Sedentary Study finds great inactivity and little encouragement for kids to be otherwise
2/4/2009
Exercise Key Player in Knee Replacement Recovery Workouts counter functional decline, could ward off osteoarthritis, study says
High Resting Heart Rate Spells Trouble for Women Study finds it raises risk of heart attack, while expert notes exercise best antidote
2/3/2009
Are We Exercising Pain Away? Not So Much. Few people with neck, back pain are prescribed physical activity, survey finds
2/2/2009
Quick Orthopedic Repair Can Save Young Shoulders Arthroscopic surgery for athletes greatly reduces risk of recurring injury, study says
1/30/2009
Adult Fast-Food Diets Tied to Too Much TV as Teen Hours of ads for greasy, sugary fare may be to blame, researchers say
Kids Who Spend More Time Outdoors Have Better Vision Study finds youngsters who are parked indoors more likely to develop myopia
Seniors Who Exercise Help Their Health In study, aerobics, resistance training lowered risk of insulin resistance, improved motor function
1/28/2009
Concussion's Effects May Linger for Decades Attention, memory, physical processes affected 30 years later, study finds
1/27/2009
Hormone-Boosting Drug May Help Treat Frailty Older adults who took capromorelin had boost in lean body mass
1/26/2009
HS Sports Shoulder Injuries More Likely in Boys Player-to-player contact in competition behind almost 60% of cases, study finds
Recess Makes for Better Students Study finds getting enough of it each day helps kids perform better in classroom
1/24/2009
What to Do If You Have Unsightly Veins Women can take steps to control pain and appearance of varicose veins, expert says
1/20/2009
Health Tip: Nutrition for Athletic Performance If you're training for a big event, be sure to eat and drink right
Abnormal Heart Function Reduces Exercise Capacity Older patients were more affected, study found
Simple Exercise Keeps Brain at Top of Its Game In older women, being more fit helps cognitive function, study shows
1/19/2009
Low-Cost Strategies to Maintain Health in Hard Times Staying fit doesn't have to break the bank, experts say
1/18/2009
Exercise Tips for Seniors to Start a Healthy 2009 Get a checkup, know your options, and get going, council urges
1/15/2009
Walking Is Good for Blocked Leg Arteries Study shows value of exercise in treating peripheral arterial disease
Health Tip: Oh, Those Aching Muscles Suggestions to soothe the soreness
1/14/2009
Health Tip: Walking for Exercise How to begin
1/13/2009
Diet, Exercise Cuts Kids' Risk for Metabolic Syndrome Preventing obesity boosts blood vessel function even without weight loss, study says
1/7/2009
More 'Screen Time' Linked to Poor Fitness in Girls But teenage boys don't seem to be as susceptible, study suggests
1/6/2009
Employer-Sponsored Workouts Boost Workers' Health Study at Home Depot saw big increase in employees working out
1/4/2009
Winter Workouts Are Cool Tips on having fun, staying fit in the snowy season
1/1/2009
Health Tip: Log Your Exercise Suggestions for keeping an activity journal
12/30/2008
Rising Blood Sugar May Harm the Aging Brain And exercise might help offset the effect, study suggests
America Losing the Fight With Type 2 Diabetes Yet simple lifestyle changes can make all the difference
12/28/2008
Put Your Best Foot Forward Next Year Resolutions to get fit can mean more podiatric pain, experts warn
12/26/2008
Vigorous Treadmill Workout Curbs Appetite Hormones U.K. researchers say findings may lead to more effective ways to control weight
12/25/2008
Tips to Ease an Aching Back Holidays or any day, bad mechanics can lead to pain and stiffness
12/24/2008
Health Tip: Exercising If You Have Rosacea Suggestions to prevent a flare-up
12/23/2008
Study Shows Exercise Shields Against Osteoporosis Women who did weight-bearing sports such as swimming had greater bone density in menopause
12/22/2008
Even a Little Overweight, Inactivity Hurts the Heart Large study finds increased risk of heart failure
12/21/2008
Eating Strategies for Healthier Holiday Parties Easy-to-follow tips can take the guilt, and the calories, out of the equation
12/19/2008
Exercise Protects Black Women From Type 2 Diabetes Brisk walking, limiting TV seems to benefit this high-risk group
Community Exercise Programs Boost Seniors' Strength Regular participation can also reduce risk of falls, study says
12/18/2008
'Hot' Toys May Not Be the Best Present Giving the gift of your time with kids is one option to consider
12/17/2008
Strict Blood Sugar Lowering Won't Ease Diabetes Heart Risk Blood pressure, cholesterol control may be type 2 diabetics' best bet, researchers say
12/15/2008
Stress Triggers Heart-Damaging Behavior Study found the dynamic raised cardiovascular risks by 50%
Deaths From Heart Disease, Stroke Down 30% Medical advances, not lifestyle changes, are source of the improvement, AHA says
12/12/2008
Good Warm-Ups Could Halve Sports Injuries Female athletes using special program saw all injuries cut by a third, researchers say
12/11/2008
2 Markers Predict Survival Odds in Colon Cancer Patients One protein was protective, the other not, researchers found
12/10/2008
Obesity is a Family Affair Skipped meals, too much TV time end up harming kids, study finds
12/7/2008
Portion Distortion In the fight against obesity, Americans need to re-learn proper serving sizes for meals
Holidays Don't Have to Make You Heavier Maintaining weight, instead of dieting, is a good way to keep pounds off, experts say
12/6/2008
Avoiding a Holiday Season of Discontent Stress is everywhere, but learning what relaxes you can help, expert says
12/4/2008
Almost Two-Thirds of Americans Meet Exercise Guidelines 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity or 75 minutes of vigorous activity a week
Robotic Device Could Help Stroke Patients Through exercise, it seems to boost activity in a key region of the brain
12/3/2008
Exercise Eases Obesity and Anger in Kids After-school aerobics helped youngsters feel better mentally, physically, researchers say
12/1/2008
Older Adults Who Exercise Boost Blood Flow in Brain Aerobic workouts may prevent cognitive decline in some, study says
Young Gymnasts Facing Broad Range of New Injuries MRI scans show knuckle, wrist and bone damage that could develop into early osteoarthritis
11/26/2008
Holiday Meals With a Calorie-Conscious Twist Swapping out heavy ingredients can mean healthier eating without the guilt, experts say
11/21/2008
Exercise Keeps the Brain Young Experiments in mice find running increases production of neural stem cells
Aquarobics May Help Ease Labor Women who exercised during pregnancy needed less pain meds, study found
High Blood Pressure Stalks Many Americans Seven in 10 don't do enough to protect themselves from stroke, heart attack
11/19/2008
Genetic Testing No Real Help in Predicting Type 2 Diabetes Traditional risk factors, such as obesity, are just as useful, studies find
11/18/2008
Diet, Exercise May Modify Breast Cancer Risks Combined, they produce more potent anti-disease effect in postmenopausal women, study says
Home-Based Programs Benefit Older Cancer Survivors They improved ability to live and function when enrolled in tailored interventions
11/17/2008
Health Tip: Exercising With Back Pain Proper activity can help prevent a relapse
Stay Upbeat, Exercise to Help Prevent Cancer in Old Age Risk factors study found little link between drinking and malignancies
11/14/2008
Post-Workout Snack May Hamper Weight Loss It's smart for athletes, not so smart for average gym-goer, studies show
Greener Neighborhoods Mean Slimmer Children Trees, parks get inner city kids moving, study finds
11/12/2008
Health Tip: Exercise to Beat Arthritis Pain How activity can help you feel better
11/11/2008
Long-Term Help Regimen Cut Heart Attack Recurrence Italian study shows that gains with shorter intervention programs aren't sustained
Gains Against Heart Failure Reported Exercise, medications prove worth against the condition, doctors say
11/7/2008
Don't Rely on Diet to Prevent Weight Regain In study, people put lost pounds back on regardless of the amount of fat they ate
Active Young Women Need Calcium, Vitamin D The supplements can help prevent stress fractures, experts say
11/6/2008
Drug Boosts Natural Growth Hormone in Seniors MK-677 brought muscle mass, but long-term effects on vitality unclear, scientists say
10/31/2008
Excess Weight Gain During Pregnancy a Risk to Mother and Child It doubles the chances of having a heavy baby, study finds
Vigorous Exercise Can Cut Breast Cancer Risk But benefits only apply to normal-weight women, study says
10/30/2008
Workplace Health Programs Effective Interventions Study shows help with diet, tobacco use boosted employees' overall fitness
Rate of Diabetes Cases Doubles in 10 Years: CDC The obesity epidemic is fueling the type 2 disease epidemic, officials say
10/27/2008
Rheumatoid Arthritis a Threat to the Heart Greater risk of heart attack, and more complications later, studies find
10/24/2008
The Ups and Downs of 'Yo-Yo' Dieting Some experts say the risks of losing and regaining weight may be overstated
10/23/2008
Exercise Improves Stroke Outcome Attacks are also less severe among people who are active, researchers say
10/21/2008
Head-First Slide a Heads-Up Play Physicist says most baseball players reach the base faster that way
10/16/2008
Fatness Boosts Inflammation in Body But regular exercise may condition cells to respond more efficiently, study says
Aerobics Can Reverse Mental Decline in Older Adults Review of studies shows workouts that leave a person breathless boost brain tissue volume
10/14/2008
Inactive Teens at Risk for More Behavioral Problems Exercise reduces symptoms of depression, anxiety in adults, too, study says
10/9/2008
Mental Barriers Block Obese Women From Exercise But tailored programs could ease fears, overcome self consciousness, study suggests
New Guidelines Make It Easy to Get Fit U.S. government suggests weekly workouts can work
10/7/2008
Early Mobility Best for ICU Patients Getting out of bed sooner helped quality of life after discharge, study finds
10/3/2008
Gradual Exercise Best After Joint Replacement Trying to get back in the game too soon can undo benefits of surgery, study says
10/2/2008
Resistance Training Boosts Mobility in Knee Arthritis Patients Using free weights, isometric exercise tied to overall increase in physical activity levels
Body Fat, Muscle Distribution Linked to RA Disability More fat on arms, legs tied to more inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, study says
9/30/2008
Health Tip: Stretch Your Hamstrings To prevent pulling this muscle
Occupational Therapy Plus Exercise Benefits Osteoarthritis Taking more active role in their health helps patients stave off decline, study finds
9/27/2008
Fall Sports Peak Time for Lower Leg Damage Sprains, fractures, turf toe most common injuries, but warm-ups, proper gear cut risks
9/25/2008
Moderate Aerobic Exercise Lowers Diabetics' Liver Fat Study cites benefits for type 2 patients seeking to avoid cardiovascular problems
Surgery May Not Help Most People With Narrowed Brain Artery Intensive medical treatment can prevent stroke, study says
9/24/2008
Boomers Should Add Muscle Before It's Too Late Resitance training in 60s, 70s wards off loss that weakens posture, balance, study says
Health Tip: Exercise for People With Diabetes Help keep blood glucose under control
9/21/2008
Fall Cleanup Is a Prime Time for Accidents Whether it's raking leaves or climbing ladders for repairs, work safe
9/17/2008
Healthy Lifestyle Boosts Women's Longevity Good living can reduce the risk of dying from heart disease and cancer, study shows
9/16/2008
Lifestyle Changes Boost Enzyme Regulating Cell Aging Adjustments to diet, exercise increased telomerase levels 29%, cut 'bad' cholesterol
9/14/2008
Safety Gear a Must to Prevent Kids' Sports Injuries Concussion most common danger, expert says, so head, face gear should take priority
9/8/2008
Walking Styles a Quick Cue to Gender Looking at joint movements alone, people could spot males vs. females, study found
Vigorous Exercise Aids Those With Obesity-Related Gene Effect of mutation blunted in people with above-average activity scores, study finds
Kids' Eye Injuries From Golf Clubs Rare But Severe Most hurt by other children wielding club while playing away from course, study says
More Sweat Equals Lower Risk of Exercise-Induced Asthma Same mechanism that controls one affects the other, study finds
9/2/2008
Active Video Games Help Kids Exercise They burn many more calories and have higher heart rates, researchers say
Exercise May Help Prevent Age-Related Memory Loss Moderate weekly activity showed benefits even a year after routine was stopped, study says
8/28/2008
Treadmill Workouts Help Stroke Survivors Function improved even after conventional therapy, study found
8/25/2008
Cheerleading Causes Majority of Female Athlete Injuries Catastrophic damage blamed on gymnastic-type stunts now common in routines, study says
8/19/2008
Obesity Rates Up in 37 States: Report At least 20% of adults are obese in every state except Colorado
8/18/2008
Epilepsy Raises Drowning Risk Seizures could boost the danger in tubs, pools, experts say
8/16/2008
Freshman Weight Gain Has Many Culprits Fast food access, alcohol and study load contribute to poor dietary choices, expert says
8/15/2008
Can Physical Cues Signal Dementia? Research suggests that exercise can benefit the brain as well as the body
8/14/2008
Exercise Reduces Blood Pressure... ... But too few doctors recommend it to their patients, study finds
8/13/2008
Air Pollution Can Damage Heart, Blood Vessels, Too Beijing Olympics focuses attention on health problems outside the lungs, researchers say
Golf Course Insecticides Pose Little Danger to Players Common turf applications scored well below par for EPA standards, study finds
8/11/2008
Run for Your Life Exercisers live longer and with fewer disabilities, study finds
Stroke Risk Plummets With Healthy Lifestyle Quitting smoking, eating properly and exercising protects your brain, study finds
Athletes' Study Shows Pride, Shame Universal Behaviors Whether sighted or blind, Olympic competitors displayed innate responses to winning, losing
8/6/2008
Brain Slow to Judge Fast-Moving Objects Head-On It builds a statistical model based on what is, in fact, a very unhurried world, study says
Light Exercise Prevents Atrial Fibrillation in Elderly Walking a few blocks or gardening protects against the abnormal heartbeat, study finds
Exercise Lowers Risk of Colon Cancer But not all doctors informing patients of this simple preventive approach, study says
Light Stretching Improves Range of Joint Motion And it does so without weakening muscles, study finds
8/4/2008
Researchers Push Aggressive Cholesterol Control in Kids Rather than drugs, they urge early lifestyle, dietary changes
Immigrant Children Less Likely to Exercise Study finds they participate in fewer sports but watch less TV
8/2/2008
Orthopedic Surgeons Weigh in on Pool Safety Fractures, sprains and strains result from ignoring common-sense precautions, group says
8/1/2008
Creatine Has Negligible Effect on COPD Exercise Rehab Popular nutritional supplement no substitute for old-fashioned hard work, study says
Centenarians Offer Long-Life Secrets Many 100-year-olds embrace modern technology to stay young, survey finds
7/31/2008
Pill Could Boost Sports Performance Rodent study found taking it increased speed, endurance during training
7/29/2008
Exercise Testing for Cancer Fails to Follow Guidelines Study urges national, international standards to ensure safety, reliable results
