Japan issues heatstroke warning as 'cooling shelters' offer respite
Authorities urged people to avoid physical activity as the environment ministry issued top 'danger'-level alerts.
Tue Jul 09 2024
Unhealthy food practices, lack of physical activity main causes of obesity - Dr Dzulkefly
Health Minister says any allegation that 24-hour restaurants are the main cause of obesity in Malaysia must be proven empirically.
Wed Apr 24 2024
Sudden death among those below 40 on the rise - Doctor
Dr S. Denesh said this may be due to shock to the cardiovascular system stemming from a sudden increase in physical activity.
Fri Jan 05 2024
500m people at risk of heart disease, obesity, diabetes, if physical activity not encouraged - WHO
Global status says countries must prioritise physical activity as key to improving health and tackling noncommunicable diseases.
Thu Oct 20 2022
What is streaking in the world of running?
Practitioners report better quality of sleep, a strengthened immune system and a feeling of well-being due to the endorphin secreted during physical activity.
Thu Feb 03 2022
4 hours of television per day increases the risk of sleep apnea
The researchers particularly focused on data regarding physical activity, screens and the presence of sleep apnea.
Fri Aug 13 2021
Patients should know when to start physical activity after a heart attack - Cardiologist
Anyone who has experienced a heart attack must know their heart condition before resuming regular physical activity.
Wed Apr 21 2021
Bigorexia: When too much physical activity is harmful to your health
Recognised as a disease by the WHO, bigorexia affects about 15% of athletes, whether professional or amateur.
Sun Apr 11 2021
From housework to climbing stairs, how everyday activity can boost well-being
It's well-known that physical activity has a positive impact on mental health.
Tue Dec 01 2020
Extra physical education classes may boost bone health in girls
A Swedish study has found that girls' bones benefited the most from the increase in physical activity.
Sat Sep 10 2016
Physical activity can lower the risk of 13 different cancers, finds new research
A new US study has found a link between higher levels of physical activity and lower risks for 13 different types of cancers.
Tue May 17 2016
Researchers recommend physical activity as 'magic bullet' in fight against obesity and cardiovascular disease
A team of US researchers have declared that physical activity is the most effective way of tackling the global epidemic and cardiovascular disease, comparing its effects to a "magic bullet."
Tue May 17 2016
Child obesity an 'exploding nightmare' in developing world - WHO
Biological factors, inadequate access to healthy foods, a decline in physical activity in schools and the unregulated marketing of fattening foods are among the drivers of the worsening epidemic.
Tue Jan 26 2016
Yoga helps alleviate arthritis, boosts mood: study
Yoga may be especially well suited to people with arthritis because it combines physical activity with potent stress management and relaxation techniques.
Thu Sep 17 2015
Studies hone in on need for gym class, preferably in the morning
Physical activity can increase boys' academic performance and aerobic exercise classes in the morning could reduce symptoms of ADHD in school and at home.
Sun Sep 14 2014