Wednesday, January 2, 2013

[Health] Why being overweight could be a lifesaver

Why being overweight could be a lifesaver
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/health/healthnews/9774963/Why-being-overweight-could-be-a-lifesaver.html
People who pile on the pounds are less likely to die early than their slender peers, the study found. Researchers said one reason could be that fatter people were more likely to visit the doctor than healthier looking individuals.

Some don't take generic due to color
http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-204_162-57561490/generic-pill-color-changes-may-affect-medication-adherance/
BOSTON, Jan. 2 (UPI) -- Most prescriptions dispensed are generics, but while they are the bioequivalent to the brand names, they often differ in shape and color, U.S.

Still hungry? It could be that fructose in your drink
http://www.sfgate.com/news/medical/article/Brain-image-study-Fructose-may-spur-overeating-4159775.php
The Associated Press4:55p.m. EST January 1, 2013. CommentsShare. Experts say a small study adds evidence that fructose may play a role in overeating.

Depression linked to impairment, dementia
http://zeenews.india.com/news/health/diseases/late-life-depression-may-increase-dementia-risk_20175.html
AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Jan. 2 (UPI) -- Depression in the elderly was associated with prevalent mild cognitive impairment and an increased risk of dementia, Dutch researchers say.

Cambodia on the path to eliminating measles: WHO
http://tribune.com.pk/story/487805/outbreak-in-upper-sindh-measles-claims-lives-of-7-more-preschoolers/
PHNOM PENH, Jan. 2 (Xinhua) -- Cambodia is moving closer to the nationwide elimination of measles with the National Immunization Program reporting zero cases for a full 12 months in 2012, according to a joint statement by the World Health Organization ...

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