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The Gambling, Gaming & Technology Use Community of Interest brings together addiction and mental health service providers, researchers and subject matter experts in the fields of gambling, technology/Internet use and video gaming to collaborate and share knowledge on emerging trends and clinical best practices.

Is Screen Time Hurting Your Heart?

A recent publication from the American Hearth Association (AHA) has reiterated a commonly understood link between sedentary behaviour and heart disease.  What's interesting is that they link it to the amount of time we spend in front of our screens.

Longitudinal studies among adults show that increases in key indicators of sedentary behavior, including screen time and sitting time, are associated with an increased risk of fatal and nonfatal cardiovascular disease.

As our screen time continues to increase in both professional and personal life, it is alarming to view it as a risk factor for cardiovascular disease. 

Take a look through here for more information.

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