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Want to live longer? Reduce your risk of cancer? And heart disease? Then cycle to work, say scientists.
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Tory MP: Let drivers swap diesels for rail season ticket
During a Commons debate, MPs raised pressure on the government to come to the aid of millions of motorists who were encouraged to buy diesel cars by the previous government.
Thursday, 20 April 2017
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- Cycling to work can cut cancer and heart disease, says studyWant to live longer? Reduce your risk of cancer? And heart disease? Then cycle to work, say scientists.
The Independent
- Cycling to work ‘could halve risk of cancer and heart disease’'There’s an urgent need to improve road conditions for cyclists,' says cycling charity
Times Online
- Cycling can cut cancer risk by half [subscription]Cycling to work, rather than driving or taking public transport, could cut a commuter’s risk of dying early by 41 per cent, according to a study.
Reuters News
- On your bike - Cycling to work linked with large health benefitsLONDON (Reuters) - People who cycle to work have a substantially lower risk of developing cancer or heart disease or dying prematurely, and governments should do all they can to encourage more active commuting, scientists said on Thursday.
Mail Online
- Cycling to work 'halves risk of heart disease and cancer' Their risk of dying prematurely from any cause is 41 per cent lower – despite the dangers of cycling on roads.
Birmingham Mail
- Cycling to work cuts risk of cancer and heart disease by almost half - expertsBrum's cycle city plans are underpinned by new health stats
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