Leisure-Time Physical Activity and the Risk of Suspected Bacterial Infections

Abstract

Low leisure-time physical activity is associated with a statistically significant 10% lower risk of suspected bacterial infections during a 1-yr follow-up compared with sedentary behavior. Further, low and moderate levels of physical activity were associated with the statistically significant reduction of suspected cystitis. No reduction in suspected respiratory tract infections was statistically significant and associated with physical activity compared with sedentary behavior.