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Pain in your knees or back? It might be your hip, researchers say

Most people who experience pain or discomfort in their back, knee, thigh or groin may not realize the real culprit could be their hip, results of a recent survey reveal.

‘Exercise snacks’ may boost heart health among inactive people

Another study has concluded that short bursts of physical activity – called “exercise snacks” – can significantly improve cardiorespiratory fitness in adults, according to a team of European researchers.

Arthritis in your knees? These activities may help

Walking, cycling or swimming may provide some pain relief for people with knee osteoarthritis, a team of international researchers says.

Survey finds many people prioritize their cellphone over their safety

Would you risk life and limb to save your cellphone? For many people, the answer is yes, according to the results of a recent survey.
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The majority of kids’ calories come from ultraprocessed foods, data shows

The average child in the United States gets more than 60% of their calories from ultraprocessed foods, a recent data brief from the National Center for Health Statistics reveals.

For these roadway users, roundabout exits are extra dangerous

Pedestrians and cyclists should pay close attention on crosswalks near where vehicles exit roundabouts, transportation researchers in the Upper Midwest say.

Use of 7-OH linked to serious illnesses, poison centers warn

Reports of serious health effects linked to 7-hydroxymitragynine, also known as 7-OH (a strong chemical found in the kratom plant – native to Southeast Asia), are on the rise, according to recently published health alert.

Study finds many kids ride unbuckled or in the wrong car seat – with deadly consequences

Nearly 70% of preteens involved in fatal car crashes over a recent 11-year period weren’t properly buckled or in a car seat, according to a study from Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
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Nicotine pouches a serious poisoning risk for young kids, study finds

Cases of young kids ingesting nicotine from pouches have surged in recent years, researchers are warning.

Study asks: How big a distraction are cellphones for teen drivers?

A recent study of teen drivers shows that, on average, 21% of their driving time is spent looking at their cellphone, and 26.5% of those glances last at least two seconds.

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