Summer vacation: the health risks for travelers

Are you traveling abroad this summer? In this Spotlight feature, we take a look at the health risks that come with a summer vacation and what you can do to prevent them.

Is marriage good or bad for the figure? Comparative study of nine European countries

It is generally assumed that marriage has a positive influence on health and life expectancy. But does this “marriage bonus” also apply to the health indicator of body weight?

Chocolate: is it really good for our health?

With an increasing number of studies hailing the health benefits of chocolate, we look at whether the indulgent treat really is good for us, or whether its benefits are overstated.

New research calls for vitamin D supplementation in critically ill pediatric burn patients

Deficiency of vitamin D is a common problem for patients with severe burn injuries and can lead to further health compromise.

Vitamin D levels predict survival chances for sick cats, study finds

Cats may hold vital clues about the health benefits of vitamin D, a study suggests.

The dangers of working in an office

We take a look at the aspects of working in a traditional office environment that could be harmful to your health and what can be done to reduce these risks.

What are the health benefits of tea?

Find out about the health benefits of tea including helping to beat stress, boosting cognitive function, decreasing cancer risk and reducing arthritis.

What are the health benefits of black beans?

Find out about the health benefits of black beans including maintaining healthy bones, lowering blood pressure, managing diabetes, preventing cancer and warding off heart disease.

What are the health benefits of folate?

Find out about the health benefits of folate including decreasing risk of birth defects, lowering risk of depression, maintaining a healthy heart and preventing cancer.

Noting sugary beverage consumption in patient charts could help promote behavior change

Recording sugar-sweetened beverage (SSB) intake and other health-behavior data in patients’ health records could help clinicians identify and counsel patients to promote health behavior changes…

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