Health Highlights: April 27, 2023
By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
Exercise could be an antidote to addiction. Investigators who analyzed 43 studies from around the world found a link between physical activity and reduced substance use among people in treatment for alcohol and drug abuse. Read more
Dog-walking downside: Fractures and head injuries. Over 20 years, more than 422,000 U.S. adults went to the ER because of leashed dog-walking injuries, with fractured fingers topping the list. Read more
Menopause costs U.S. billions of dollars in lost productivity. For some women, menopause-related symptoms are so significant that they miss work and are less productive while working, a new study found. Read more
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