Being a couch potato or working for long hours while tied to your chair is definitely no fun. A new study suggests that it increases your risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Prolonged sitting has already been previously associated with increased…
Detergent pods are a popular form of liquid laundry detergen. But they have been confused with candy or toys by young children. New safety standrds for packaging and labeling may help reduce this problem.
The Mediterranean diet appears to be linked with a reduced risk of developing breast cancer, according to a new study. This is the first time that a randomized trial found an effect of a long-term diet intervention on breast cancer incidence.
Spending an extra 45 minutes per day outside in a school activity class may reduce the risk of nearsightedness in children. IN a study done in China, children who spent more time outside were 23% less likely to develop nearsightedness.
Tricycle injuries often involve head wounds, elbow fractures or other upper body damage. Small children who ride tricycles may need helmets, elbow pads, and a parent watching more closely.
Elderly people who are hospitalized for the flu have a shorter stay in the hospital and a reduced risk of extended care after discharge if they are treated early with antiviral flu drugs.
A large study on blood pressure is ending a year early because it revealed that lower blood pressure levels could prevent heart attacks and strokes, according to the NHLBI. This study found that patients who kept their systolic blood pressure under 120 cut the…
A new study reveals that getting a flu vaccine is like hitting two birds with one stone: it protects not only you but also your parents and even grandparents.
