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
Commentary: U.S. is falling behind on smoking bans Banning menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars, plus implementing restrictions on smoking in cars and public spaces will save thousands of lives and build a cleaner and healthier future for ... 05/15/2024 - 7:21 am | View Link
Smoking Safer Through Science, Weedgets Demonstrates Vaporization of cannabis rarely delivers the same effect as smoking, yet smoking presents health concerns, namely the release of unwanted resin ... 05/14/2024 - 3:00 am | View Link
Smoking ban: Why are young people still taking up smoking? Smoking has been on the decline for two decades. In fact, more young people now vape than smoke tobacco. But one recent estimates suggests that about 350 young people still take up smoking each day in ... 05/10/2024 - 12:12 pm | View Link
World Asthma Day: Is Vaping the New Threat to Your Lungs? E-cigarettes vapes have gained popularity in recent years, often touted as a safer option compared to traditional cigarettes . 05/7/2024 - 6:28 am | View Link
Decline in cigarette smoking has stalled, study finds Decline in cigarette smoking has stalled, study finds - UCL researchers warn consumption has not changed since 2019 despite Government interventions ... 05/2/2024 - 11:27 pm | View Link
Looking to buy a smartphone in 2024? From my experience using flagship phones for the last 15 years, a high-end phone should meet current industry standards. However, it's okay for a mid-range phone to miss out on a couple of key features.
The popular Linux screenshot utility NeoFetch has finally been archived after several years of inactivity. What should you do if you need system information to show off in your Linux desktop shot? Are the alternatives any good? Lets find out.
I never had much sympathy for people when their dogs died. Animals come and go. We buy and sell them like property. When people went into mourning over their lost pets, tearing up, calling in sick at work, going on endlessly about the whole mess, I thought they were being dramatic.
Then I got a dog.
You know how this story ends.
Most smartphones, even entry-level and mid-range models, now have great cameras. Because of their ubiquity, many people get introduced to photography, with some desiring to level up from smartphone to camera.
Family Day Promo is another eye-catching promotion from pCloud. The Swiss cloud storage service is offering families the chance to acquire lifetime storage plans for up to five family members at giveaway prices.
If you've ever snooped around on the internet, you may have encountered the term "onion sites" or "Tor." Onion sites are unindexed websites on the dark web that can be accessed using the Tor Browser.