Most people aren't meeting exercise guidelines Most adults in the USA aren't meeting the federal physical activity recommendations for both aerobic exercise and muscle-strengthening activity, according to government statistics out today. About 79% of adults don't meet the physical activity guidelines that advise getting at least 2½ hours a week of moderate-intensity aerobic activity such as brisk walking, or one hour and 15 minutes a week of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity, such as jogging. More
US suicide rate rose sharply among middle-aged Health officials say suicides among middle-aged Americans climbed at a startling rate over the past decade, a period that included the recession. Overall, the suicide rate for the age group jumped 28 percent from 1999 to 2010. And among whites, it shot up 40 percent.... More
Cost of feeding a family of four: $146 to $289 a week Latest statistics give a range of prices for feeding a family of four a healthy diet. The cost of feeding a family of four a healthy diet can run $146 to $289 a week, according to the latest numbers from the U.S. More
2-year-old girl gets windpipe made from stem cells A 2-year-old girl born without a windpipe now has a new one grown from her own stem cells, the youngest patient in the world to benefit from the experimental treatment.... More
Study: New bird flu jumped directly from chickens Chinese scientists have for the first time found strong evidence of how humans got infected with a new strain of bird flu: from chickens at a live market. In a small study of four patients who caught the new H7N9 virus, Chinese scientists compared swabs from birds at live markets in eastern China to virus samples from patients. More
‘The true face of tobacco is disease,death and horror Dr Anula Wijesundere Chairperson, Sri Lanka Medical Association Expert Committee on Alcohol, Tobacco & Illicit Drugs. Vice President, Sri Lanka Temperance Association President, Success, Colombo ... 05/30/2024 - 1:19 pm | View Link
Smoking in Africa: study of 16 countries shows higher taxes would help young smokers quit or cut down The number of smokers in Africa is on the rise. Research calculates the effect of tax-led price increases on the smoking habits of young people. 05/30/2024 - 1:09 am | View Link
World No Tobacco Day 2024: Protecting Future Generations Researchers suggest that electronic cigarettes could help smokers to successfully stop the habit with minimal short-term side effects. 05/30/2024 - 12:37 am | View Link
World No Tobacco Day 2024: Top 9 frequently asked questions about smoking Whether you smoke or chew tobacco, these are bound to have negative effects on your body and overall health. In extreme cases, people may end up with diabetes, heart disease or even lung cancer. While ... 05/29/2024 - 10:59 am | View Link
Fentanyl users get free smoking gear in some cities. Now there’s pushback. In some regions, more drug users are smoking, rather than injecting, opioids. But communities are pushing back on handouts of “safe smoking” supplies. 05/28/2024 - 9:00 pm | View Link
The majority of us now use our smartphones to shoot photos. And why not? Our smartphones boast powerful cameras, and we carry them with us everywhere we go, making them the perfect tool for photography. However, too many people rush their shots, and end up with terrible photos as a result.
When youre settling in to watch a movie after a long day, a remote that doesnt function properly can be frustrating. Before you swap it for a new remote, though, try these troubleshooting steps to fix the problem.
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We all know that securing your accounts with a strong, unique password and a password manager is best for security, but what about if you want to boost your actual online privacy? You can do plenty of things to keep your information private, and these easy-to-follow steps make a big difference.