Bored to Death!

Boredom may increase likelihood of early death, experts say.
The AP (2/11, Cheng) reports that, according to "a commentary to be published in the International Journal of Epidemiology in April, experts say there's a possibility that the more bored you are, the more likely you are to die early." Dr. Christopher Cannon, a spokesman for the American College of Cardiology, explained, "Someone who is bored may not be motivated to eat well, exercise, and have a heart-healthy lifestyle. That may make them more likely to have a cardiovascular event." The New York Daily News (2/11, Osterhout) also covers the story.