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More for less: A smarter way to protect biodiversity
Global Change Biology
University of Queensland research has revealed that protecting smaller but more strategic parcels of land will result in better and more cost-effective biodiversity conservation outcomes globally. University of Queensland research has revealed that Read more about More for less: A smarter way to protect biodiversity
Australia; QLDThe University of Queensland -
Even a little activity in your free time may help stave off a stroke
The Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery & Psychiatry
Even people whose physical activity levels fall short of recommended guidelines, but who manage to do some during their leisure time, have a lower risk of stroke than sedentary people, according to international scientists. They brought together and Read more about Even a little activity in your free time may help stave off a stroke
InternationalUniversity of L’Aquila, Italy -
9,000 - 10,000 steps daily may help highly sedentary people stave off death
British Journal of Sports Medicine
Taking 9,000 to 10,000 steps daily may counteract the risk of death and cardiovascular disease in highly sedentary people, according to Australian-led research. The team looked at data on 72,174 Brits fitted with fitness trackers for a week, and Read more about 9,000 - 10,000 steps daily may help highly sedentary people stave off death
Australia; International; NSWThe University of Sydney -
Can green spaces keep your bones strong?
Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases
Living close to more greenery is linked to a lower risk of osteoporosis, according to international researchers using long-term data from the UK Biobank study. They used data on the bone mineral density of almost 400,000 people and whether they Read more about Can green spaces keep your bones strong?
InternationalCentral South University, China
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