back pain

In humans, women outlive men, according to a former Georgetown University lecturer. But they also appear to have poorer health through adult life. (Photo: iStock)

Battle of the Sexes

Why Do Women Live Longer Than Men? Women live longer than men. This simple statement holds a tantalizing riddle that Steven Austad and Kathleen Fischer of the University of Alabama at Birmingham explore in a perspective piece published in Cell Metabolism on June 14. “Humans are
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A major cause of back pain in children is due to carrying backpacks that are too heavy, too large, or not used properly. (Fuse/Thinkstock)

Pain in the Backpack

Backpack Misuse Leads to Back Pain As students savor the last precious weeks of summer vacation, parents are out making the final run for school supplies. When back-to-school shopping this year, there is one essential item that requires very special attention: your child’s
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Back pain can be brought on by many different causes, spanning from the purse you carry to your desk at work. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Pain in the Back

Tips to Avoid Back Pain Back pain is a common condition with most people experiencing it at least once in their lives. It can happen at any time, at any age and the pain can prevent you from enjoying your day. Back pain can be brought on by many different causes, spanning from
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