April 21, 2020

Active Older Vets More Likely to Fall, But Less Likely to Get Hurt: Study

MONDAY, April 20, 2020 -- Physically active U.S. veterans are more likely to fall but less likely to get hurt when they do, compared with inactive older adults who didn't serve in the military, a new study finds.

Researchers analyzed 2006-2015 data from nearly 12,000 veterans and nearly 37,000 others. Compared to non-veterans, vets had 11% more falls that didn't result in injuries, but 28% fewer falls that did, the study revealed.

March 30, 2020

Indoor Athletes Often Lacking in Vitamin D

TUESDAY, March 24, 2020 -- Indoor athletes may be vitamin D-deficient, putting themselves at risk of injury and poor performance, a small study finds.

Researchers assessed vitamin D levels in players on George Mason University's men's and women's basketball teams. For the 2018-2019 season, players were given a supplement with a high dose, low dose or no vitamin D.

March 21, 2020

5 Expert Tips for Preventing Winter Sports Accidents

SATURDAY, Feb. 22, 2020 -- Hitting the slopes or the skating rink as the winter of 2020 winds down? Don't let an accident or injury spoil your fun.

March 9, 2020

Heading to Work on a Bike? You Might Live Longer

TUESDAY, Feb. 25, 2020 -- Do you ride your bike to work? If you don't, maybe you should.

Why? People who commute by bicycle are at lower risk of dying early, a new study from New Zealand finds.