A new study out of the University of London suggests that individuals who work more than 55 hours a week are at an elevated risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. Researchers published their findings after reviewing work data and medical records of more than 220,000 men and women from multiple countries. According to researchers, individuals […]
CDC Confirms First Case of Ebola in US
A Texas man who traveled to Liberia earlier this month has been diagnosed with Ebola, the first such case in the United States. CDC Director Tom Frieden said the man is “very ill,” but doctors are working diligently to save his life and prevent a national outbreak. “I have no doubt that we will control this […]
Childhood Obesity Linked to Early Antibiotic Use
A new study suggests that children who take a lot of antibiotics before the age of 2 are more likely than others to be obese. The study takes a fascinating look at beginning stages of life and the role beneficial bacteria plays in normal development. According to researchers, exposure to a variety of medications has […]
Diabetes Rates Finally Leveling Off
Diabetes rates in the United States have finally plateaued, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The findings published yesterday in the Journal of the American Medical Association made the claim after analyzing diabetes rates since 1980. “There’s been a lot of good news lately in terms of rates […]
80 Percent of Heart Attacks Could Be Prevented
A prospective study on a group of Swedish men suggests that as many as 80 percent of heart attacks could be prevented by adhering to a healthy diet and lifestyle. For their study, researchers developed five risk-lowering factors that contribute to overall health. The five factors are: • Refraining from smoking • Being physically active […]
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