Sleep and physical activity in relation to all-cause, cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality risk
Conclusion
The detrimental associations of poor sleep with all-cause and cause-specific mortality risks are exacerbated by low PA, suggesting likely synergistic effects. Our study supports the need to target both behaviours in research and clinical practice.
Source: British Journal of Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Authors: Huang, B.-H., Duncan, M. J., Cistulli, P. A., Nassar, N., Hamer, M., Stamatakis, E. Tags: Editor's choice, Press releases, BJSM Original research Source Type: research
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