America’s obesity epidemic is getting worse, especially among women. The latest research in the Journal of the American Medical Association said for the first time, 40% of women in the United States are obese. The number of obese men is holding steady at about 35%.
A new test may help prevent the overuse of antibiotics. Researchers in China are developing a breath analysis to help confirm when antibiotics are absolutely necessary. Doctors around the world are concerned that the overuse of prescriptions is leading some bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics.
Marriage may truly be good for the heart. A study that was presented to the British Cardiovascular Society has found that married people are 14% less likely to die after a heart attack than single people and they’re likely to spend less time in the hospital. Researchers said the findings emphasize the importance of a spouse’s physical and emotional support.
Sources
1- JAMA
2- Journal of Breath Research
3- British Cardiovascular Society Conference
