The combination of excess weight/obesity and an inactive lifestyle represents a powerful joint risk factor for developing mobility loss after age 60, according to a new study. Millions of Americans age 65 and older have difficulty walking, a disability that puts them at high risk of falls and a loss of independence. Other studies had […]
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Women are Britain’s worst snorers: One third of females snore hard
Young women are the worst snorers: One third of females aged 25-34 snore hard at least three nights a week 34 per cent of young women snored in a study, while only 31 per cent on men did In the older age groups men were more likely to be noisy while sleeping The NHS recommends […]
IVF clinics ‘selling false hope’ by freezing eggs of women aged 48
IVF clinics are ‘selling false hope’ by freezing eggs of women aged up to 48 IVF clinics are ‘selling false hope’ by freezing eggs of women aged up to 48 – fertility watchdog issues warning over fashionable procedure as studies show chance of success for over 40s is ‘very slim’ Egg-freezing cycles have more than […]
Scientists create warning signs people will suffer from frailness
Old before your time? Scientists have put together five warning signs middle-aged people will suffer from frailness in retirement Being inactive, obese and a smoker are the three biggest causes of frailness Having high levels of proteins that mark inflammation also boost the risk Living alone in middle age almost doubles the risk of frailty […]