Looking for another reason to leave that desk job?
Researchers say working in a field that requires a lot of physical activity cuts a man's risk of prostate cancer.
Men who were continuously active in their work were found to be 45 percent less likely to develop the disease than men whose jobs involved mostly sitting around.
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A new study shows elderly people with diabetes are at higher risk of physical limitations that can hinder their independence.
Forty-six percent of older diabetics surveyed used some form of aid – such as a cane or walker - to move around, compared to 31percent of those without the disease.
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Everyone's shooting for low cholesterol but some new research indicates people with very low levels are at almost double the risk of stomach cancer.
Experts say people who are concerned should ask their doctor for additional testing to catch any sign of it as early as possible.
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