People who survived a stroke with no complications have an increased risk of dying, suffering another stroke or having a heart attack for at least five years. That’s according to a new Canadian study. Researchers said the findings also apply to patients who’ve survived a mini-stroke.
With one in six children obese in the U.S., the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended pediatricians do more. The panel wanted doctors to perform annual obesity screenings and check for high blood pressure and high cholesterol. They also recommended diabetes screenings for very obese children.
A new study found teenagers who are deeply involved in one sport are 85 percent more likely to suffer an injury to their legs, ankles or feet. Researchers with the American Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine said the chance of injury dropped to 50 percent for teens moderately involved in a single sport.
Sources:
1. Canadian Medical Association Journal
2. American Academy of Pediatrics
3. American Orthopedic Society for Spots Medicine
