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A new report from the United Kingdom finds that many asthma and allergy devices are not used properly, thereby limiting their efficacy. The report, which comes from Asthma UK, says many people employ poor technique when using inhalers, auto-injecters, and other devices designed to help alleviate health issues associated with asthma and allergies. To help […]
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Should obesity be considered a type of disability? The European Court of Justice thinks so, issuing a binding ruling that could have huge implications for employment law across the 28-nation European Union. The ruling was made in the case of Danish childcare worker Karsten Kaltoft, whose employer claimed his services were no longer necessary because […]
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New research shows that it’s okay to work out while suffering from an illness — so long as it’s a mild condition. In fact, some health experts believe engaging in physical exercise of moderate intensity can actually help you overcome a cold. “If you are mildly sick, [staying] active will promote your immune function, and […]
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The holiday season is about eating, drinking, and being merry. That said, most of us recognize the cost of all that eating — but what about the drinking? To help customers understand how many calories are in their favorite alcoholic beverages, American bars will soon have to show nutritional information for drinks listed on their […]
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A new review of 37 studies involving roughly 3,000 people has found that yoga may be able to help in the fight against heart disease. The review, which was carried out in the Netherlands, found that people who participated in yoga on a regular basis lowered their risk of heart disease by avoiding high blood […]
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