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NUS researchers develop novel approach to identify onset of cancer-related fatigue

Breast cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy often experience severe and persistent tiredness. In a recent study, a team led by researchers from the National University of Singapore (NUS) developed a novel approach to identify the onset of this common side effect and objectively follow its development.

30 Apr 2018

Following five lifestyle behaviors could prolong life expectancy for men and women

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including eating a healthy diet, regular exercise and not smoking, could prolong life expectancy at age 50 by 14 years for women and just over 12 years for men, according to new research in the American Heart Association's journal Circulation.

30 Apr 2018

Higher aerobic fitness levels linked to lower incidence of age-related language failures

Healthy older people who exercise regularly are less inclined to struggle to find words to express themselves, research led by the University of Birmingham has discovered.

30 Apr 2018

Ways to manage diabetes apart from intensifying glucose control

When you have diabetes, there's a lot of emphasis on controlling your blood sugar levels. And just as important, you and the healthcare team caring for you should pay attention to cardiovascular, kidney and visual health.

27 Apr 2018

Hospitals lure diabetes patients with self-care courses, but costs can weigh heavily

When a routine physical revealed mildly elevated blood-sugar levels, Michael Phillips was strongly encouraged to sign up for a diabetes self-management class.

26 Apr 2018

Study shows link between restless legs syndrome symptoms and brain structure

People with restless legs syndrome may have changes in a portion of the brain that processes sensory information, according to a study published in the April 25, 2018, online issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

26 Apr 2018

Researchers uncover reason why exercise may be beneficial for the heart

Doctors, health organizations, and the Surgeon General all agree that exercise is good for the heart -- but the reasons why are still not well understood.

25 Apr 2018

Consuming protein supplements with meals, rather than between meals, may promote weight control

A new systematic review of available evidence appearing in Nutrition Reviews indicates that consuming protein supplements with meals may be more effective at promoting weight control than consuming supplements between meals in adults following a resistance training regimen.

25 Apr 2018

Regular soaking in hot tub improves health outlook in obese women with PCOS

According to new research, obese women with polycystic ovary syndrome may be able to improve their health outlook with a particularly enjoyable form of therapy: regular sessions in a hot tub.

25 Apr 2018

Study explains why intense exercise curbs appetite

Ever wonder why intense exercise temporarily curbs your appetite? In research described in today's issue of PLOS Biology, Albert Einstein College of Medicine researchers reveal that the answer is all in your head - more specifically, your arcuate nucleus.

25 Apr 2018

UT Physicians provide no-cost online varicose vein screening program

Finding out if varicose veins warrant medical attention can be done in the comfort of your home, thanks to a service provided by UT Physicians, the clinical practice of McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston.

24 Apr 2018

Cardiovascular disease may only be a matter of time for people with healthy obesity

People who are 30 pounds or more overweight may want to slim down a bit even if they don't have high blood pressure or any other heart disease risk, according to scientists at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center.

24 Apr 2018

Home-based exercise program found ineffective for patients with peripheral artery disease

A home-based exercise program, consisting of wearable devices and telephone coaching, did not improve walking ability for patients with peripheral artery disease, according to a new Northwestern Medicine study.

24 Apr 2018

Study underscores need for resistance training in older women to fight effects of aging

Regular physical activity may help older women increase their mobility, but muscle strength and endurance are likely to succumb to the effects of frailty if they haven't also been doing resistance training.

24 Apr 2018

Rehabilitation technique for stroke appears beneficial for multiple sclerosis patients

A rehabilitation technique originally developed for stroke has now been shown to also be effective for improving function for people with multiple sclerosis, a neurodegenerative disease.

24 Apr 2018

Study links past experiences with bias and avoidance of doctors in women with higher BMI

A study out of Drexel University's Dornsife School of Public Health linked past experiences with bias and discrimination and avoidance of doctors in women with higher body weights.

23 Apr 2018

Studies offer leads for new approaches to treat neurological problems

Technological advances have ushered in a new era of discovery in neuroscience. The Experimental Biology 2018 meeting will feature an array of research findings on the brain and nervous system.

23 Apr 2018

Study debunks ‘myth’ that strenuous exercise dampens immunity

New research overturns a myth that has persisted for nearly four decades - that competing in endurance sports, like this weekend's London Marathon, suppresses the body's immune system and makes competitors more susceptible to infections.

20 Apr 2018

Normal weight people with fat belly may have more chance of heart problems

Belly fat, even in people who are not otherwise overweight, is bad for the heart, according to results from the Mayo Clinic presented today at EuroPrevent 2018, a European Society of Cardiology congress.

20 Apr 2018

Study shows connection between muscular strength and brain health

A study of nearly half a million people has revealed that muscular strength, measured by handgrip, is an indication of how healthy our brains are.

20 Apr 2018

Exercise News and Research

Latest Exercise News and Research

NUS researchers develop novel approach to identify onset of cancer-related fatigue

Following five lifestyle behaviors could prolong life expectancy for men and women

Higher aerobic fitness levels linked to lower incidence of age-related language failures

Ways to manage diabetes apart from intensifying glucose control

Hospitals lure diabetes patients with self-care courses, but costs can weigh heavily

Study shows link between restless legs syndrome symptoms and brain structure

Researchers uncover reason why exercise may be beneficial for the heart

Consuming protein supplements with meals, rather than between meals, may promote weight control

Regular soaking in hot tub improves health outlook in obese women with PCOS

Study explains why intense exercise curbs appetite

UT Physicians provide no-cost online varicose vein screening program

Cardiovascular disease may only be a matter of time for people with healthy obesity

Home-based exercise program found ineffective for patients with peripheral artery disease

Study underscores need for resistance training in older women to fight effects of aging

Rehabilitation technique for stroke appears beneficial for multiple sclerosis patients

Study links past experiences with bias and avoidance of doctors in women with higher BMI

Studies offer leads for new approaches to treat neurological problems

Study debunks ‘myth’ that strenuous exercise dampens immunity

Normal weight people with fat belly may have more chance of heart problems

Study shows connection between muscular strength and brain health

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