Stay at home but don't stay still,' researchers recommend

The adverse side effects of the social isolation measures implemented to combat COVID-19 include an increase in sedentary behavior and physical inactivity, which can contribute to a deterioration in cardiovascular health even in the short term. Older people and people with chronic diseases tend to be most affected.

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Source: EurekAlert

 

  • The University of Massachusetts
  • Kerlan Jobe
  • GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY School of Medicine