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Kids who walk are on track to better health

Children who walk to school are more physically active in their day-to-day activities around their neighbourhood than those children who are driven to school, a new study finds.

8 Apr 2010

Entry to aged-care facilities largely preventable

Lifestyle, social and health factors, such as being underweight, having inadequate nutrition or having low social activity, have been shown to be significant contributing factors to the entry of older people into residential aged care.

8 Apr 2010

Jazzercise, Back in the Swing USA partner to promote breast cancer survivorship programs

Jazzercise, the world's leading dance fitness program, is proud to announce its partnership with Back in the Swing USA®, a grassroots nonprofit organization exclusively dedicated to providing awareness, access and financial support for breast cancer survivorship programs and academic medical research in the field of breast cancer survivorship.

7 Apr 2010

Traffic-related pollution near schools contributes to pediatric asthma

Living near major highways has been linked to childhood asthma, but a new study led by researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California suggests that traffic-related pollution near schools is also contributing to the development of asthma in kids.

7 Apr 2010

Obstacles in urban setting limits physical activity and promotes unhealthy food consumption

The conditions of urban environments have been linked to an escalation of noncommunicable diseases such as Type II diabetes, obesity, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. These diseases are preventable and manageable through exercise, which is why the International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA) is dedicated to stemming the tide of poor health and physical decline by providing distance fitness education to health and fitness professionals, as well as other interested individuals.

7 Apr 2010

Community forum to discuss statewide efforts to improve children's health in Pennsylvania

In recognition of National Public Health Week, Secretary of Health Everette James today hosted a community forum at Owen J. Roberts Middle School and High School in Chester County to discuss statewide efforts to improve the health of Pennsylvania's children.

7 Apr 2010

National Children's Museum chosen to participate in 2010 White House Easter Egg Roll

The National Children's Museum has been selected for the second consecutive year to participate in the White House Easter Egg Roll, a 132-year-old event designed to encourage children and families to come outdoors and celebrate the start of the spring season. The Museum will present an array of activities and programming related to this year's theme of "Ready, Set, Go!" promoting health and wellness at the White House on Monday, April 5.

3 Apr 2010

Physiotherapist-led exercise helps postnatal women reduce risk of PND

In a world first study of its kind, 161 postnatal women with no previous depressive symptoms were divided in two separate groups to test the effect of a physiotherapist-led exercise and education program on wellbeing.

3 Apr 2010

Passage of health reform bill promotes clinical and community prevention plans

The passage of HR 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, introduces important funding and provisions that could transform the nation's illness-oriented, reactive medical care model to a more proactive, wellness-oriented approach.

2 Apr 2010

Study shows drinking cherry juice can boost recovery time for Marathon runners

Runners taking part in the April 2010 London Marathon can boost their recovery time by drinking tart cherry juice before and after the race, according to a researcher at Northumbria University.

2 Apr 2010

Optometrists and dietitians are important part of health care team

For people with diabetes, proper nutrition can have a far-reaching effect on their health and wellness. They also have a higher risk of developing vision problems. March is National Nutrition Month and Save Your Vision Month, and the American Dietetic Association (ADA) and American Optometric Association (AOA) would like to remind people that optometrists and registered dietitians are an important part of the health care team.

31 Mar 2010

Seniors at Springhill retirement community find a secret to stay young and active

Seniors at Springhill retirement community have found a secret to staying young and active—HealthAbility. Springhill resident Joe Bertoncini, 88, has always been active, with 64 Senior Olympic medals over the past 14 years. He says the HealthAbility program has helped him to build on those healthy results.

30 Mar 2010

Few pregnant women meet physical activity guidelines set by health officials: Study

Fewer than 1 in 4 pregnant women meet physical activity guidelines set by doctors and health officials, according to a University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill study.

30 Mar 2010

CEO Roundtable on Cancer announces Gold Standard accreditation for Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Susan G. Komen for the Cure®, the world's largest breast cancer organization, has received CEO Cancer Gold Standard™ accreditation, recognizing the organization's commitment to reducing the risk of cancer for its employees and their families by promoting healthy lifestyle choices, by encouraging early detection through cancer screenings, and by ensuring access to quality treatment.

30 Mar 2010

Higher levels of CRP associated with brain changes: Study

New research shows that a high level of C-reactive protein, a marker for inflammation in the blood, is associated with brain changes that are linked to problems with executive thinking skills. The study is published in the March 30, 2010, issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

30 Mar 2010

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus secures $100,000 in federal funds

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus has secured $100,000 in federal funds to renovate a 21,000 square foot facility that serves over 500 children each year who are in need of improved physical, social and emotional health.

30 Mar 2010

Study finds association between socioeconomic position and risk of death

An analysis of nearly 25 years of data for about 10,000 civil servants in London finds an association between socioeconomic position and risk of death, with much of this relation accounted for by health behaviors such as smoking, alcohol consumption, diet and physical activity, according to a study in the March 24/31 issue of JAMA.

27 Mar 2010

Physical Activity News and Research

Kids who walk are on track to better health

Entry to aged-care facilities largely preventable

Jazzercise, Back in the Swing USA partner to promote breast cancer survivorship programs

Traffic-related pollution near schools contributes to pediatric asthma

Obstacles in urban setting limits physical activity and promotes unhealthy food consumption

Community forum to discuss statewide efforts to improve children's health in Pennsylvania

National Children's Museum chosen to participate in 2010 White House Easter Egg Roll

Physiotherapist-led exercise helps postnatal women reduce risk of PND

Passage of health reform bill promotes clinical and community prevention plans

Study shows drinking cherry juice can boost recovery time for Marathon runners

Optometrists and dietitians are important part of health care team

Seniors at Springhill retirement community find a secret to stay young and active

Few pregnant women meet physical activity guidelines set by health officials: Study

CEO Roundtable on Cancer announces Gold Standard accreditation for Susan G. Komen for the Cure

Higher levels of CRP associated with brain changes: Study

Devereux Florida's Viera Campus secures $100,000 in federal funds

Study finds association between socioeconomic position and risk of death

Lack of good health care curtails academic performance: Study

Chronic job stress linked to obesity

Clinicians can help pregnant women in making lifestyle changes for healthy weight gain

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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