Bacteria :: Bacteria levels in women’s offices three times higher
According to the researchers, the bacteria levels in women’s offices were nearly three times higher than in men’s offices.
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BMI :: Living near shops, subways linked to lower BMI in New York city
New York City dwellers who reside in densely populated, pedestrian-friendly areas have significantly lower body mass index levels compared to other New Yorkers, a new study finds.
Heart :: LifeMasters provides healthy tips for people living with heart conditions
In recognition of American Heart Month, LifeMasters — a national leading provider of disease management programs and services — encourages Americans to join the fight against heart disease by providing tips for people living with congestive heart failure, coronary artery disease and hypertension. Individuals can empower themselves or their loved ones to manage their heart disease by taking action.
Pain :: Smoked cannabis reduces foot pain associated with HIV in placebo trial
In a randomized placebo-controlled trial, patients smoking cannabis experienced a 34 percent reduction in intense foot pain associated with HIV — twice the rate experienced by patients who smoked placebo.
Insomnia :: Insomnia drug prompts strange behaviour
Australian doctors have been warned about a popular insomnia drug after reports of strange sleepwalking episodes such as binge-eating or driving.
Osteoarthritis :: Exercise has no effect on risk of knee osteoarthritis
A new study examined the effects of physical activity over a long period in older adults, many of whom were overweight, and found that exercise neither protects against nor increases the risk of knee OA.
Asthma :: Different treatment may be needed for infection-related breathing problems
New research suggests that different treatments may be needed for chronic asthma, depending on whether it results from allergies or lung infections.
Pregnancy :: Effects of exercise on pregnant women with gestational diabetes
Lisa Chasan-Taber, associate professor of epidemiology at the University of Massachusetts Amherst, is launching a study of the effects of exercise programs on pregnant women with a history of gestational diabetes ? a condition triggered by pregnancy that puts them at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.
Tai Chi :: Tai chi to fight degenerative nerve disease
Peripheral neuropathy is a degenerative nerve disease with no cure and few effective treatment options ? until now. Li Li, professor of kinesiology at LSU, is conducting a study into the benefits of tai chi for elderly peripheral neuropathy patients.
Foot Pain :: Childhood Obesity Linked to Foot Pain
Doctors with the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) say they’re noticing more and more overweight and obese children with foot and ankle pain in their examining rooms, mirroring a national epidemic of childhood obesity.