Program Works On Body Image Of Young Women To Reduce Onset Of Obesity And Eating Disorders
In their research on eating disorders, Oregon Research Institute (ORI) scientists help young women reduce the influence of the “thin ideal,” which is described as associating success and happiness with being thin. ORI scientist Eric Stice, Ph.D. and his colleagues have found that their obesity prevention program reduced the risk for onset of eating disorders by 61% and obesity by 55% in young women. These effects continued for as long as 3 years after the program ended.
Interpreting Sign Language Places Greater Stress On Extremities Than Industrial Activities
Sign language interpreting is one of the highest-risk professions for ergonomic injury, according to a new study conducted by Rochester Institute of Technology. The research indicates that interpreting causes more physical stress to the extremities than high-risk tasks conducted in industrial settings, including assembly line work.
Leg Pain Reduced By Naftidrofuryl
Patients with pain caused by narrowed arteries in their legs have 37% more pain-free walking if they take naftidrofuryl (200mg three times a day) than those taking placebos, a Cochrane Review has found. In addition, 55% of patients taking naftidrofuryl improved, while only 30% of people on placebo treatments improved. Naftidrofuryl is used to treat circulatory problems.
Most Cancer Survivors Say Chemo Fears Unfounded
Title: Most Cancer Survivors Say Chemo Fears Unfounded
Category: Health News
Created: 4/5/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 4/7/2008