Uppsala University: Small increases in physical activity may reduce mortality
January 20, 2026
January 20, 2026
UPPSALA, Sweden, Jan. 20 -- Uppsala University issued the following news release:
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Small increases in physical activity may reduce mortality
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A brisk extra five-minute walk per day could potentially prevent many deaths. This is shown by new research based on data from more than 135,000 middle-aged and older adults. The study, conducted by researchers at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in collaboration with Uppsala University and ot . . .
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Small increases in physical activity may reduce mortality
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A brisk extra five-minute walk per day could potentially prevent many deaths. This is shown by new research based on data from more than 135,000 middle-aged and older adults. The study, conducted by researchers at the Norwegian School of Sport Sciences in collaboration with Uppsala University and ot . . .