A study of 12 million Facebook users suggests that using Facebook is associated with living longer. "Interacting online seems to be healthy when the online activity is moderate and complements interactions offline," study author William Hobbs says. Those on Facebook with highest levels of offline social integration - as measured by posting more photos, which suggests face-to-face social activity - have the greatest longevity. Related Content Weird science: why bugs are good for you Weird Science: is dental fear inherited? Weird moon explained?

Source: New Zealand Herald November 04, 2016 16:03 UTC