For people whose genes put them at risk of becoming obese, exclusive breastfeeding as a baby can help ward off weight gain later in life.…
People with diabetes are at greater risk of bone fractures
People living with diabetes are at greater risk of bone fractures, new research led by the University of Sheffield has found. The research, conducted in…
$3.7 million aimed at studying effect of manganese exposure on cognitive skills
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have received a $3.7 million grant to investigate the link between manganese and cognitive problems.…
UK study finds minorities at higher risk of COVID-19 death
People in Britain from ethnic minorities have died in larger relative numbers with COVID-19 than their white compatriots, according to a study by British health…
Half of moms-to-be at risk of preeclampsia are missing out on preventive aspirin
More than half of mums-to-be who are at risk of the dangerously high blood pressure condition, pre-eclampsia, are missing out on preventive aspirin treatment, says…
Supermarkets claim to have our health at heart, but their marketing tactics push junk foods
Supermarkets like to portray themselves as having the health of the community at heart. And in the middle of a pandemic, we’re all grateful supermarkets…
Antarctica’s splendid isolation keeps coronavirus at bay
As the planet battles the seemingly inexorable spread of the coronavirus, Antarctica remains the only COVID-19-free continent—thanks in the main to strict security and not…
Aerobics may be a smart workout for your brain at any age
It’s never too late to lace up some sneakers and work up a sweat for brain health, according to a study published in the May…
‘Use it or lose it’: Website helps older people stay active at home
Leading physiotherapists concerned ‘stay at home’ restrictions could exacerbate falls and poor physical function in older people have developed a new website to support older…
Nutritionist shares tips for feeding kids while stuck at home
Balancing finicky kid appetites with proper nutrition can be a challenge in the best of times. But now, with the majority of schools and day…