Does running cause arthritis? – Harvard Health
admin Mounting evidence suggests the answer is no. When I took up running in college, a friend of mine scoffed at the idea. He hated running and was convinced runners were…
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Is alcohol and weight loss surgery a risky combination?
A study finds gastric bypass contributes to higher rates of alcohol-related hospitalizations. For people with obesity, weight-loss surgery can reverse or greatly improve many serious health issues, such as diabetes,…
Preventing ovarian cancer: Should women consider removing fallopian tubes?
New recommendations highlight potential benefits. Should a woman consider having her fallopian tubes removed to lower her risk for developing ovarian cancer? Recent recommendations from the Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance…
Healthier planet, healthier people – Harvard Health
Five small steps toward better health for you and planet Earth. Everything is connected. You’ve probably heard that before, but it bears repeating. Below are five ways to boost both…
Is snuff really safer than smoking?
The FDA says yes, but only in regard to the risk of lung cancer. Snuff is a smokeless tobacco similar to chewing tobacco. It rarely makes headlines. But it certainly…
Will miscarriage care remain available?
New laws and lawsuits threaten safe, effective care for miscarriage in the US. When you first learned the facts about pregnancy — from a parent, perhaps, or a friend —…
Considering collagen drinks and supplements?
A tremendous buzz surrounds collagen drinks and supplements, as celebrities and influencers tout miraculous benefits for skin, hair, and nails. Since the collagen in our bodies provides crucial support for…
Does less TV time lower your risk for dementia?
Television viewing is associated with increased risks of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Be honest: just how much television are you watching? One study has estimated that half of American adults…
Curbing nearsightedness in children: Can outdoor time help?
Research suggests regular outdoor time lowers risk for myopia, a vision problem on the rise worldwide. Turns out that when your mother told you to stop sitting near the TV…
Helping children who are neurodiverse build friendships
Practicing social and emotional skills at home can help. Making friends and finding social opportunities can sometimes be difficult, particularly for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities, such as autism spectrum disorder,…