AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoStrength Training for Cyclists: New research compares 10 weeks of heavy squats with on-bike maximal pedal work, suggesting resistance training can meaningfully boost cycling power—so gym work may be worth it even for time-pressed riders. Heat & Health in Europe: A spring heatwave is pushing athletes to the limit at Roland Garros, with reports of dizziness and collapse, while Europe braces for more extreme heat and its health risks. Child Social Media Rules: Sweden is weighing a minimum age of 15 for social media, and Norway is moving toward a ban for under-16s—part of a wider push to protect kids’ mental health. Women’s Health (Perimenopause): A new overview highlights how many women seek GP help for perimenopause symptoms and why person-centred care and treatment options like menopausal hormone therapy matter. Healthcare Access in Europe: OECD data points to long specialist waiting times across Europe, with some patients waiting a year or more for care. Norway Royals: Princess Ingrid Alexandra has returned to Oslo from Australia to be with her seriously ill mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit. Tech for Health Systems: The EU unveiled a “technological sovereignty” package targeting chips, cloud, AI and open source—aimed at reducing dependency for services that include hospitals.
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