SKITTERS GO FOR PLUS-SIZE

 

 

A recent study has discovered that men are more likely to be bitten by mosquitoes, not because of any gender preference, but because of their greater body size. It seems larger people tend to attract more skitters due to their greater relative heat and exhaled carbon dioxide. A related study of pregnant women and their non-pregnant counterparts finds that pregnant women attracted twice as many mosquitoes. Why? They exhale more CO2 and have higher body temps, allowing mosquitoes to detect them more easily. (They like us fat ‘n juicy ... just like we like steak.)
– “New York Times” 

 

 

 

BOOMERITIS

 

 

Here’s a medical condition you may not have heard of ... ‘Boomeritis’. Doctors are using the catch-all term for a range of injuries now being suffered by Baby Boomers who are hurting themselves while trying to stay active. There are increasing numbers of sprains, strains, tears, and breaks being suffered by older athletes who aren’t playing their age. Studies find the most risky sports for aging bodies include biking, basketball, running, and skiing.
– “Madison Magazine”

 

 

SILENCE IS DEAFENING 

 

 
 

Scientists say we need noise. The human ear seems to need a workout to stay in shape.  “New Scientist” reports that city dwellers have better hearing than those in quiet, rural areas.

 

PUBERTY STARTS AT 10?

 

The latest generation of girls are reaching puberty before the age of 10, a new study suggests, raising fears they may also begin sexual activity earlier. Scientists are worried that young girls are ill-equipped to cope with sexual development when they are still in elementary school. Scientists have found that the average age that breast development begins is now nine years and 10 months -- almost a year earlier than a previous study in 1991. They have yet to discover the reason behind the phenomenon but believe it could be linked to unhealthy lifestyles or exposure to chemicals in food. (Telegraph)