Two New Programs Aim to Prevent, Treat Childhood Obesity
2010-09-13
U.S. National Institutes of Health investing $72 million in effort to curb growing problemContinue Reading
More Kids Who Play Basketball Suffering Head Injuries
2010-09-13
While other types of injuries have declined, concussions have gone up 70 percent, study findsContinue Reading
Play Heads-Up Football to Avoid Getting Hurt
2010-09-11
Campaign seeks to reduce the number of injuries suffered by young athletesContinue Reading
Can Basic Physical Tests Help Predict Death Risk?
2010-09-10
Poorer results on balance, mobility and strength tests linked to higher mortality rate, study contendsContinue Reading
Clearing Kids for Sports Participation Sparks Conflicts
2010-09-10
Medical experts disagree on how extensively young athletes’ hearts should be testedContinue Reading
In Elderly, Risks Differ for Indoor Versus Outdoor Falls
2010-09-09
Prevention programs should take seniors’ lifestyle, environment into account, researchers sayContinue Reading
10% of 2010 Winter Olympians Suffered Injuries
2010-09-09
Bobsledding, ice hockey, alpine freestyle skiing proved among most dangerous sports, study saysContinue Reading
Working Overtime Adds to Heart Risk for Out-of-Shape Men
2010-09-08
But being physically fit seems to protect those who work longer hours, researchers sayContinue Reading
College Students Reminded to Wash Their Hands
2010-09-06
Making good hygiene a habit can help stop spread of flu at school, expert saysContinue Reading
Winter Sports Tourists at Higher Risk of Heart Attack
2010-09-05
Too little conditioning, cold and high altitude all contribute to hazard, researchers sayContinue Reading
No Surprise: Walking, Cycling Linked to Healthier Weights
2010-09-04
Researcher admits finding seems obvious, but says scientific proof still important to encourage activityContinue Reading
Parents Can Take Steps to Boost Kids' Health, Well-Being
2010-09-04
Pediatrician offers tips to start the school year rightContinue Reading
Certain Exercises Benefit Arthritic Dogs
2010-08-31
Walking uphill, over low obstacles may help Fido stay flexible, study showsContinue Reading
Active Lifestyle May Help Counter Obesity Genes
2010-08-31
Those with inherited susceptibility to overweight urged to get moving, researchers sayContinue Reading