Phys Ed: Phys Ed: Are Marathons Bad for the Heart?
The death from heart attack of the ultramarathoner Micah True has raised awareness about the safety of marathon racing and training. But the science suggests that distance running and racing are extremely unlikely to kill you -- except when, in rare instances, they do. (Source: NYT Health)

One in 15 patients catch a new infection in hospital
The snapshot survey from the Health Protection Agency found respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, urinary tract and surgical site infections were among the most common conditions. (Source: the Mail online | Health)