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fromFortune
2 days ago

We're the CEOs of Peloton and the Hospital for Special Surgery. Living longer isn't enough, we need to live better, too | Fortune

Americans are living longer but experiencing a decline in healthy life expectancy, leading to more years spent managing chronic diseases.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Britain sliding 'into economic crisis' over 85bn sickness bill, ex-John Lewis boss warns

There were 800,000 more people out of work now than in 2019 due to health conditions, costing employers 85bn a year, according to the review by former John Lewis boss Sir Charlie Mayfield. The problem could worsen without intervention, but Sir Charlie, who will lead a taskforce aimed at helping people return to work, said this was "not inevitable".
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fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago

Two hours of exercise a week reduces joint pain and visits to GP

Two hours weekly of structured exercise significantly reduces joint pain, GP visits, family caregiving needs, and sick leave for people with musculoskeletal conditions.
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