Nordic Walking Benefits Heart Failure Patients
Research presented at a conference this week suggests heart failure patients can benefit from Nordic walking, where people walk with the help of poles as in cross-country skiing. This type of walking, which engages the upper as well as the lower body, is becoming increasingly popular in Europe: it is safe for older patients, especially those over 65, and after a short introductory course, can be practised outdoors without having to go to the gym. The lead author of the study is Andrzej Lejczak, a physiotherapist at the Military Hospital in Wroclaw, Poland... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Vital Signs: Patterns: Shot Protects Against More Than the Flu
Pregnant women who were vaccinated against the flu were more likely to deliver regular-size babies, at a point closer to the due date, an analysis showed. (Source: NYT Health)