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Puzzle solving 'won't stop mental decline'

Doing crossword puzzles and Sudoku does not appear to protect against mental decline, according to a new study. The idea of “use it or lose it” when it comes to our brains in later life has previously been widely accepted. The new Scottish study showed that people who regularly do intellectual activities throughout life have… Read More: Puzzle solving 'won't stop mental decline' »

Hospital Discharge at Christmastime May Not Be a Gift for Some

Print this page MONDAY, Dec. 10, 2018 — No one wants to spend the holidays in a hospital bed, but heading home might not be a good idea, new research suggests. The risk of hospital readmission or death was higher among patients who were discharged over the two-week December holiday period than at other times… Read More: Hospital Discharge at Christmastime May Not Be a Gift for… »

Karl Henry: The 'stairs only' rule and other simple ways to offset the Christmas bulge

Karl Henry Karl Henry: The ‘stairs only’ rule and other simple ways to offset the Christmas bulge Independent.ie The Christmas party season is in full swing and it’s possibly the hardest month to stay trim and healthy! But fear not, as ever I am here to help. https://www.independent.ie/life/health-wellbeing/karl-henry-the-stairs-only-rule-and-other-simple-ways-to-offset-the-christmas-bulge-37604316.html https://www.independent.ie/incoming/article37484959.ece/71011/AUTOCROP/h342/karlhenry.PNG Email The Christmas party season is… Read More: Karl Henry: The 'stairs only' rule and other simple ways… »