Children of long-lived parents are less likely than others to die from heart disease in their 70s, new British research suggests. 'We found that for each parent that lived beyond 70 years of age, the... Read more ...
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Even if you exercise regularly, too much sitting can still be bad for your heart, a leading cardiologists' group warns. The American Heart Association (AHA) also says that too many people are spending... Read more ...
As much of the Northeast struggles with a heat wave that isn't expected to ease until the middle of this week, here are some expert tips on how to spot heat stroke. First off, older people are at... Read more ...
The brain's prefrontal cortex may play a role in walking difficulties that afflict Parkinson's disease patients, new research suggests. The prefrontal cortex is involved in cognitive function, which... Read more ...
For reducing pain from arthritic knees, 'unloading' shoes don't offer a leg up over conventional walking shoes, new research indicates.With their modified midsoles, unloading shoes aim... Read more ...
Stress fractures are small breaks in a bone caused by overuse from exercise.The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons says risk factors include: Playing sports, including tennis... Read more ...
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