More on the Longevity Project
Cheerful children, alas, turned out to be shorter-lived than their more sober…
Dog Versus Treadmill: No Contest
A dog-loving colleague pointed me to Forget the Treadmill. Get a Dog…
Bullying and Social Hierarchies in Schools
Bullying and other forms of social aggression affect nearly 30% of…
Feds to Regulate Rocket Fuel Levels in Tap Water
After nearly a decade of inaction, the US government is finally going…
Red Light Cameras Save Lives
Most people don’t like them. Privacy advocates abhor them. But really, how…
Kids, Energy Drinks Don’t Mix
Energy drinks represent the fastest growing segment of beverage sales in the…
Exercise a Brain-Booster for the Elderly
Aerobic exercise reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease, stroke and diabetes…and it…
Obesity – A Disease?
Researchers now recognize that obesity does not simply result from willful overeating…
The Elephant in the Room: Discussing Obesity with the Doctor
From the Wall Street Journal (Doctors Should Discuss Obesity With Patients): Patients…