How poor mental health and casual sex reinforce each other
A new study suggests that poor mental health and casual sex feed off each other in teens and young adults, with each one contributing to the other over time.
Nov 19, 2013
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Many sudden cardiac arrests preceded by warning signs
Sudden cardiac arrest isn't always so sudden, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013.
Nov 19, 2013
Children's cardiovascular fitness declining worldwide
Many kids don't run as far or fast as their parents did, according to research presented at the American Heart Association's Scientific Sessions 2013.
Nov 19, 2013
Blood test accurately diagnoses concussion and predicts long term cognitive disability
A new blood biomarker correctly predicted which concussion victims went on to have white matter tract structural damage and persistent cognitive dysfunction following a mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). Researchers in the ...
Nov 19, 2013
Chronic diseases taking up more of GPs' time
GPs in Australia are working three hours less per week in direct clinical care, however they are dealing with more health problems per visit, research led by the University of Sydney shows.
Nov 19, 2013
Does doctor know best? A new approach to "evidence" based health care
Leading health care experts have today called for a fresh approach to evaluating treatment amid claims that dog walking and singing classes can lead to greater health improvements than traditional medicine for some patients.
Nov 19, 2013
Heart-healthy lifestyles can spread through social networks
Heart-healthy lifestyles can be contagious to your family and friends.
Nov 19, 2013
