A recent study charts a rapid increase in teen e-cigarette use, or vaping, with a 10 percent rise among high school seniors over the past year. The study, published in The New England Journal of Medicine and conducted by researchers at the University of Michigan and the University of Minnesota, showed that just over 20… Read More: Teen vaping rising fast, and Harvard official is concerned »
A prospective analysis of back pain and rates of disability may help explain the association between back pain and mortality. Back pain is common and often debilitating. Back pain is very common, affecting millions of people worldwide. It is also a major cause of disability and missed work days. Risk factors such as posture, sedentary… Read More: Strong link found between back pain and mortality »
After a big Christmas lunch and an afternoon snooze, it might be tempting to graze on the leftovers for days to come. But a hidden danger lurks in the benign-looking ham and the innocuous potato salad. Consuming leftovers from the festive feast that have been left at room temperature for two hours or more increases… Read More: How to avoid food poisoning this Christmas »
(Consumer Reports) – Are you thinking about giving up meat? There are several health benefits, some people feel strongly about not eating animals and it can have a positive impact on the environment. But as Consumer Reports warns, when some people cut out meat and dairy, they need to take extra care to get the… Read More: Be wise when attempting to eat a healthy diet –… »