A Swedish study, based on large numbers of citizens of that country, has strongly suggested that tall people are more likely to develop cancers than their restricted height counterparts (http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/01/taller-people-more-likely-to-get-cancer-say-researchers). This applies to both males and females and could be a consequence of their simply having more cells (to go cancerous) or a higher intake of foods. Having said that, there is also a strong link between human growth hormone levels (tall people have more of this, certainly at some stages of development) and growth of some cancers. I feel quite relieved to have reached my 70s, having sped to 2M by age 12! There are, however, some advantages to being tall. There is a positive association between height and intelligence; you get better views in a crowd; basketball is an option for you and you may even be better paid.
This blog may help people explore some of the 'hidden' issues involved in certain media treatments of environmental and scientific issues. Using personal digital images, it's also intended to emphasise seasonal (and other) changes in natural history of the Swansea (South Wales) area. The material should help participants in field-based modules and people generally interested in the natural world. The views are wholly those of the author.
Friday 2 October 2015
Reaching the Heights?
A Swedish study, based on large numbers of citizens of that country, has strongly suggested that tall people are more likely to develop cancers than their restricted height counterparts (http://www.theguardian.com/society/2015/oct/01/taller-people-more-likely-to-get-cancer-say-researchers). This applies to both males and females and could be a consequence of their simply having more cells (to go cancerous) or a higher intake of foods. Having said that, there is also a strong link between human growth hormone levels (tall people have more of this, certainly at some stages of development) and growth of some cancers. I feel quite relieved to have reached my 70s, having sped to 2M by age 12! There are, however, some advantages to being tall. There is a positive association between height and intelligence; you get better views in a crowd; basketball is an option for you and you may even be better paid.
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