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11/06/2025

Have you ever relied on sleep medication to get a good night’s rest? A new study suggests that skipping those pills could help you age more gracefully and even protect your brain and balance. Read more about how cutting back might benefit your long-term health.

Middle-aged adults and seniors would age more gracefully — and save a few bucks – if they lay off prescription sleep medications, a new study says.Avoiding sleep drugs would reduce older Americans’ lifetime rate of falls by nearly 9% and brain decline by 2%, researchers r...

11/05/2025

Spend long hours sitting at a desk or relaxing on the couch? A new study suggests that foods rich in flavanols like tea, cocoa, apples, and berries, could help protect your heart even when you’re not moving much. Read how these everyday treats might make a difference!

A hot cup of cocoa or tea, an apple or a bowlful of berries might help protect the heart health of couch potatoes or desk jockeys, a new study suggests.Those foods and drinks are all rich in plant chemicals called flavanols, and a lab experiment showed that they might prevent blood vessel ...

11/04/2025

Dealing with nagging knee pain from arthritis or an old injury? You might not need physical therapy sessions to find relief. A new study suggests simple home exercises could work just as well. Discover which moves can help reduce pain and improve strength!

Home exercises can effectively ease knee pain caused by cartilage tears and arthritis, apparently with or without physical therapy, a new study says.The stretching and ...

11/03/2025

Maybe you've heard of hypothyroid disease, but aren't really sure what it is and why it matters. Learn more about the warning signs, how to get tested, and how to take care of your health if you have it.

11/03/2025

Are you noticing signs that your child might be starting puberty? From growth spurts to mood swings, it’s a time full of changes that can be confusing for both kids and parents. Learn what’s normal and how to help your child feel confident during this stage.

Puberty is the time when children’s bodies start to make hormones that lead to physical changes and signs of maturation. It prepares the body for reproduction. It is also when significant growth occurs. In girls, it starts around age 8 and in boys, it starts aroun...

11/02/2025

Do you ever feel like you have to work twice as hard to see results from exercise? New research shows women might actually get more health benefits from working out than men even with less effort! Discover how a little movement can make a big difference for women’s heart health.

Women benefit much more from exercise than men, reaping many more gains with considerably less work, a new study reports.With the same amount of exercise, women experience a three-fold reduction in their risk of death from

11/01/2025

Have you ever tried using self-affirmations to lift your mood or boost your confidence? New research suggests those positive phrases might do more than just sound good, they can actually improve happiness and well-being. Read on to see how a few kind words to yourself can make a real difference!

“I love myself unconditionally.”“I am worthy of love, joy and happiness.”“I am strong, capable and resilient.”“I breathe in relaxation and breathe out tension.”Self-affirmations might seem sappy, but they can they contrib...

10/31/2025

Would you know what to do if someone started choking right in front of you? New updated guidelines show simple, life-saving steps that anyone can use, whether it’s an infant, child, or adult. Learn how to be prepared when every second counts.

Want to be ready to respond if an adult starts choking on their food, or a child on some object they’ve swallowed?Updated guidelines are available that let people know just what to do if an infant, child or adult is choking — and it’s pretty much the same thing for everyo...

10/31/2025

Wishing a very happy Halloween to our friends and neighbors! 🎃👻 Whether you’re dressed as your favorite character, indulging in sweet treats, or enjoying spooky movies, we hope your night is filled with more delights than frights!

10/30/2025

Have you ever driven when you were so tired you could barely keep your eyes open? You’re not alone! Nearly half of U.S. adults admit to driving while drowsy, a risk that can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. Find out what experts say about staying safe and alert behind the wheel.

Nearly half of U.S. adults have driven while so tired it affected their ability to stay safe behind the wheel, a new survey finds, taking a risk that can be just as deadly as drunken driving.In an

10/29/2025

Have you ever wondered why some people with chronic pain keep moving while others struggle to stay active? A new study from the University of Portsmouth reveals that resilience, not pain level, may be the secret to staying active. Discover how building pain resilience could help you move more and feel better.

People with chronic pain who stay active may have one key advantage: Resilience.A new study from the University of Portsmouth in the U.K. found that one’s ability to cope with pain, also known as pain resilience, plays a bigger role in maintaining physical activity than the amount of...

10/28/2025

Have you ever worried about what’s really in your pet’s food? The FDA has announced recalls from Foodynamics and Raw Bistro due to possible salmonella contamination. Find out which products could be putting your furry friends at risk.

Pet food manufacturers Foodynamics and Raw Bistro are recalling several dog and cat food products because they may be contaminated with salmonella, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).Salmonella can make both pets and people sick. Humans can become infected after handl...