Category: Prevention
Exercise snacks: the best bursts of activity to incorporate into your day
In a 2019 study, sedentary young adults were asked to vigorously climb a three-flight stairwell three times per day – with one to four hours of recovery between bouts. Each session also included a brief warm-up of jumping jacks, squats and lunges. After six weeks, the stair climbers showed significant improvements in cardiorespiratory fitness compared to a control group – a key marker linked to longevity and reduced cardiovascular disease risk.
How low can you go (and still build muscle)? Why strength training matters at any age
Tom Janssen, McMaster University and Matthew Lees, McMaster University Getting out of a chair shouldn’t be a struggle. Yet for many older adults, simple everyday movements like this become increasingly difficult as our muscles break down and weaken with age,…
Severe storms and cold, windy weather threaten health across Washington
Washington State Department of Health offers health resources, safety tips, and ways to help Washington communities
Leading Medical Associations disagree with CDC’s Hepatitis B Vaccine Advice.
West Coast Health Alliance, CDPH, and Leading National Medical Organizations Continue to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccination for NewbornsWest Coast Health Alliance, CDPH, and Leading National Medical Organizations Continue to Recommend Hepatitis B Vaccination for Newborns
Five lifestyle changes that might help you live longer and slow down ageing
Society is fascinated with health, fitness and longevity. This obsession has spawned a multi-million pound industry centred around pushing the latest cutting-edge science, lifestyle modifications and products that claim to prevent ageing and live as long as possible.
But the secret to a long life doesn’t have to be so complicated. There are many simple things everyone can do to slow down time and feel younger.
Antioxidants help stave off a host of health problems – but figuring out how much you’re getting can be tricky
Although your body produces some of these antioxidants, you can get them from the foods you eat, and they’re better for you than supplements.
In fact, researchers found that antioxidant supplements did not reduce deaths, and some supplements in excessive amounts contribute to oxidative stress, and may even increase the risk of dying.
In contrast, increased antioxidant intake from whole foods is related to decreased risk of death.
Shutdown leaves gaps in states’ health data, possibly endangering lives
The pause leaves states with less early warning on disease outbreaks, potentially endangering lives even as child vaccination rates drop amid increased exemptions and hesitancy fed by misinformation. State and local officials can combat outbreaks with targeted advice to get vaccinated and stay home when sick, but they need to know where to do that first. And residents won’t know to take precautions if they’re unaware when many in their community are falling ill.
How employers can promote physical activity among workers: 3 messages based on research
Given the amount of time many people spend working, getting more physical activity at work and/or during commutes to and from work might make these goals more feasible for working people.
Amid Rise of RFK Jr., Officials Waver on Drinking Water Fluoridation — Even in the State Where It Started
Fluoridation has long been heralded as a public health triumph, but skeptics increasingly hold sway in government.
SHIELD: A simple, memorable model to help prevent Alzheimer’s disease and dementia
Up to one-third of Alzheimer’s disease cases could be prevented simply by avoiding certain risk factors.
People who move to more walkable cities walk more
New research led by the University of Washington provides clear evidence that highly walkable areas lead to significantly more walking.
RFK Jr’s Vaccine Policies Could Undermine Coverage — and Trust
In June, the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., ousted all 17 members of a panel that makes vaccine recommendations to the U.S. government.
Many vaccine experts were dismayed.
Sweet spot for daily steps is lower than often thought, new study finds
Jack McNamara, University of East London Your fitness tracker might be lying to you. That 10,000-step target flashing on your wrist? It didn’t come from decades of careful research. It came from a Japanese walking club and a marketing campaign…
How germy is the public pool?
Swimming, especially in public pools and water parks, comes with its own unique set of risks — from minor skin irritations to gastrointestinal infections. But swimming also has a plethora of physical, social and mental health benefits. With some knowledge and a little vigilance, you can enjoy the water without worrying about what might be lurking beneath the surface.
Don’t let food poisoning crash your picnic – six tips to keep your spread safe
But as idyllic as they may seem, picnics come with hidden risks, especially when it comes to food safety. Without access to fridges, ovens or running water, the chances of foodborne illness such as diarrhoea increase. So, how can you keep your spread both delicious and safe?