Just A Few Extra Pounds Linked To Early Death

by LOD2project   Obesity increases the risk of death from heart disease, stroke and certain cancers. But whether being merely overweight contributes to an early death as well has been uncertain and controversial. The local fitness expert warns that just a few extra pounds will put you at risk for significant health issues including early […]

Early Exposure to Tobacco Linked to Behavior Problems in Kids

Early Exposure to Tobacco Linked to Behavior Problems in Kids In an effort to study this potential link further, researchers from Pierre and Marie Curie University (UPMC) and Inserm, a French institute for research, analyzed data on pre- and postnatal exposure to tobacco in the homes of 5,221 primary school children. Read more on PsychCentral.com […]

New book offers glimpse into early Australian history

LAWNTON, Australia (PRWEB) March 13, 2015 LAWNTON, Australia – Janet Akroyd-Stuart marks her debut in the world of literature with the release of her first novel, “Half a World Away” (published by Xlibris AU). In her first book, Akroyd-Stuart seamlessly blends history and fiction to recreate life in the penal colony of 18th century New […]