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Exercise Underutilized for Chronic Back and Neck Pain
Jan 29, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- Exercise is commonly used to improve physical function, decrease symptoms and minimize disability caused by chronic low back or neck pain. Numerous randomized trials and clinical practice guidelines have ...
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Groundbreaking study shows exercise benefits leukemia patients
Aug 03, 2009 |
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One of the most bothersome symptoms of leukemia is extreme fatigue, and asking these patients to exercise doesn't sound like a way to help them feel better.
Perceived parent-pressure causes excessive antibiotic prescription
Medicine & Health / Medications
Nov 06, 2009 |
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Antibiotic over-prescription is promoted by pediatricians' perception of parents' expectations. Research published in the open access journal BMC Pediatrics shows that pediatricians are more likely to inappropriately prescr ...
Lifestyle changes effective in protecting against Type II diabetes
Jan 19, 2007 |
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Changing to a healthier lifestyle appears to be at least as effective as taking prescription drugs in reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes, says a new BMJ study.
Exercise combats cancer-related fatigue
Apr 16, 2008 |
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When cancer and its treatments leave a patient with a relentless weariness of body and mind, exercise might help, according to a new review of studies.
Astronauts need more intense workouts to maintain muscle fitness in space
Apr 02, 2009 |
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A new study in the The Journal of Applied Physiology, suggests that astronauts need to modify their workouts to avoid extensive muscle loss during missions onboard the International Space Station (ISS).
Diabetes patients should have regular exercise, weight training
Jun 08, 2009 |
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To reduce their cardiovascular risk, people with type 2 diabetes should do at least two-and-a-half hours per week of moderate-intensity or one-and-a-half hours per week of vigorous-intensity aerobic exercises, plus some weight ...
New paper from internists calls for increased role for FDA
Sep 24, 2009 |
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A new policy paper that calls for broader authority and increased funding for the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) was released today by the American College of Physicians (ACP). Improving FDA Regulation of Prescription ...
Walking back to happiness
Medicine & Health / Psychology & Psychiatry
Oct 07, 2009 |
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(PhysOrg.com) -- A unique exercise programme which has been proven to help women living with depression has been unveiled by researchers from The University of Nottingham.
Negative emotions outweigh intent to exercise at health clubs
Dec 17, 2009 |
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Time and time again, it has been documented that regular exercise has many health benefits including lowering risks associated with the comorbidities of obesity. With only 30% of Americans trying to lose weight meeting the ...
Despite some benefit, drug ads can be harmful to your health
Nov 12, 2009 |
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While the debate over prescription drug advertising persists, a new study released online in the American Journal of Public Health offers guidelines for improving drug ads in order to minimize potential harm and maximize ...
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