Behavior
Longevity and Age Management
Going to church cuts risk of death
Research suggests that regularly attending religious services can reduce the risk of death by approximately 20%. ... Continue Reading
Make the most of winter sunshine to keep heart healthy
Scientists are encouraging people to make the most of winter sunshine in order to keep vitamin D levels as high as possible in order to boost their cardiovascular health. ... Continue Reading
Smoking can reshape heart
Long-term exposure to cigarette smoke increases levels of the stress hormone norepinephrine and activates enzymes that have the potential to reshape the left ventricle of the heart, say researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago. ... Continue Reading
US smoking rate at lowest since records began
New figures released by the CDC have revealed that the percentage of US citizens who smoke cigarettes has fallen below 20% for the first time since the government agency began keeping records in the mid-1960’s. ... Continue Reading
CDC recommends pneumococcal vaccine for smokers
The CDC’s vaccine advisory committee has decided that all adult smokers should receive the pneumococcal vaccine. ... Continue Reading
Eating fast significantly increases risk of being overweight
New research suggests that the speed at which a person eats may have a significant impact upon their bodyweight. ... Continue Reading
Women unaware of link between alcohol and breast cancer
Results of a survey suggest that the vast majority of women are unaware that drinking excessive amounts of alcohol increases the risk of developing breast cancer. ... Continue Reading
Smoking shortens lifespan and reduces quality of life
Smoking shortens lifespan and has a significant impact on a person’s quality of life in old age, study results suggest. ... Continue Reading
Alcohol shrinks brain
New research has shown that people who drink a lot of alcohol have smaller brains. ... Continue Reading
Thinking makes people eat more
Results of a new study have shown that performing intellectually-demanding task makes people eat more calories, thus suggesting that thinking could make you fat. ... Continue Reading
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