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Loughborough, England — Staying 6 feet away from other people to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 might not be far enough, results of a recent study out of England suggest.

Geneva — Five million deaths could be prevented each year worldwide if people were less sedentary, according to the World Health Organization, which on Nov. 26 released updated physical activity guidelines.

Barcelona, Spain — Are you experiencing muscle pain or inflammation? Your diet may be contributing – if it’s laden with ultra-processed sweets or fats, a study from Spanish researchers suggests.

Columbus, OH — Teens living in states that ban cell phone use while driving may be less likely to use their electronic devices when behind the wheel, according to a study from the Center for Injury Research and Policy at Nationwide Children’s Hospital.

Columbus, OH — Almost 2 out of 5 people in the United States say they’ll likely attend a holiday gathering of 10 or more people from outside their household despite the COVID-19 pandemic, and a third of those hosting events say they won’t ask guests to wear masks, results of a recent Ohio State University survey show.

Canberra, Australia — Lifestyle changes may help curb cognitive decline in older adults, results of a recent study suggest.

Seoul, South Korea — Drinking alcohol on a daily basis – even in small amounts – could be bad for your waistline and overall health, say researchers from the National Medical Center.

Atlanta — Household transmission of COVID-19 can occur rapidly after one member is infected but doesn’t display symptoms, according to the results of a recent study published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Coleraine, Northern Ireland — If dinner is typically your largest meal of the day, you might be consuming more calories than necessary – and not eating the most nutritious food, according to researchers from Ulster University.

Paris — Think artificially sweetened drinks are a healthier alternative to sugary beverages? If so, think again, say French researchers.