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Walking as predictor of health

Public Domain by Brazzy

A new study finds that the walking speed is a good predictor of health in later life. The decline in smoothness and speed of walking can be an indicator of problems such as Parkinson's disease.

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News seen at: science alert - Health

Further Info

Image of two hikers taken from the German Wikipedia
Wikipedia article on walking
Article in "The Conversation"

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