People at most risk from obesity often not represented by weight management trials: Clinical trials of treatments for obesity are unlikely to include, or report results, for participants from groups who are most at risk of more serious obesity, new research led by the University of Aberdeen has revealed. While the underlying causes of obesity […]
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When I was suffering from Long Covid back in 2020, I would have done almost anything to wave goodbye to the profound fatigue and brain fog which made it hard to get out of bed, never mind carry on my job and looking after my three young children. It was a draining and scary experience […]
A new website which can help people to understand their unhealthy behaviours and help them to understand the changes they might need to make is launching in Norfolk. Ready to Change offers people the opportunity to make small changes to help tackle unhealthy behaviours, focusing on four of the biggest lifestyle behaviours: alcohol consumption, physical […]
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As Wimbledon fever sweeps the nation, Dr George Bownes, Musculoskeletal Physician at Cromwell Hospital discusses common tennis injuries, how to prevent them and what to do if you get one? Longer days and warmer weather mean summer is a great time for taking up new sports or starting ones that may have been put to […]
The MISFIT project – Maximising Inclusiveness in Sports through Female-centric Innovation and Technology will see the development of wearable technology to support women to remain active as they age. New wearable technology will be developed as part of a project to help older women stay active and keep playing sport. The University of Exeter and […]
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What are the health benefits of hot tubs? There is nothing better than relaxing in a hot tub after a long, stressful day at work. Whilst adding a hot tub to your home can add a touch of luxury, they also have a whole range of health benefits. There aren’t many people that need the […]
Repeated weight loss attempts do not guarantee the best outcome: Individuals who had repeatedly attempted to lose weight had higher body mass index than those without prior weight loss attempts, according to a recent study from the University of Eastern Finland. In addition to a higher BMI, individuals who had repeatedly attempted to lose weight […]
Dancers dancing through pain: A new Curtin-developed wearable sensor system has tracked the movement of dancers, providing valuable insights into how they adapt to dance through disabling pain. The study, published in PLOS ONE, analysed the movement of 52 pre-professional ballet and contemporary dance students from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA). The […]
The health and mood boosting benefits of pets: Pets really do have some powerful health benefits, which can be both mental and physical. Caring for a cat, dog or any other animal can help relieve depression and anxiety, lower stress levels and also improve your heart health. This blog explains to you the benefits of […]