News

July 17, 2012— -- Physical inactivity has a negative global impact so severe that its adverse effects on health are comparable to that of smoking or obesity, according to a new study. What's ...
Physical inactivity causes 1 in 10 deaths worldwide, according to a series of studies released in British medical journal The Lancet, putting it on par with the dangers of smoking and obesity.
Youth inactivity is its own health crisis . Feb. 19 ... The benefits of physical activity for youth are well-studied and can help mitigate the harmful effects of this pandemic during which ...
Physical inactivity accounted for an estimated 5.3 million of the 57 million deaths in 2008, a report shows. This equated to 9% of premature mortality worldwide when the four major noncommunicable ...
However, physical inactivity can have serious consequences on our overall health and well-being. In this article, we will explore what physical inactivity is and discuss the side effects of not ...
Low levels of physical activity and inefficient sleep patterns intensify the effects of genetic risk factors for obesity, according to results of a large-scale study presented at the American ...
He says, “The crisis of inactivity is something many don’t see in their daily lives, but its effects are devastating, especially for our children. This documentary highlights this problem and ...
Two extensive studies – published 12 years apart – were conducted on twins showing the knock-on effects of inactivity. The results are startling. First study on twins.
Cite this: Consequences of Physical Inactivity in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease - Medscape - Dec 01, 2010. Abstract and Introduction The Role of Physical Activity in Specific COPD ...
World Lupus Federation issues global report for World Lupus Day highlighting the life-altering effects of lupus and the challenges people with lupus every day. Almost half (43%) of people living with ...
Physical inactivity causes 1 in 10 deaths worldwide, according to a series of studies released in British medical journal The Lancet, putting it on par with the dangers of smoking and obesity.