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Latest news about wellness, fitness, diet and mental health.
Looking for an activity that’s social and will give you a workout? Give sport climbing a try
Watching climbing at the Paris Olympics makes it seem as if it’s a sport that would be completely out of the question for a weekend athlete.
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How to get relief from unexpectedly high medical bills
Unexpectedly high medical bills are common in the United States, but there are ways to get relief. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, one in five Americans are affected by outstanding medical debt.
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More US schools are taking breaks for meditation. Teachers say it helps students’ mental health
School districts across the U.S. are adopting mental health practices as a part of their daily schedules and curriculums.
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IBS and digestive trouble are in the spotlight on social media. Here’s what you should know
Spend some time on TikTok and you’ll see loads of people talking about digestive troubles like irritable bowel syndrome.
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Blood tests for Alzheimer’s may be coming to your doctor’s office. Here’s what to know
New research suggests certain blood tests could help doctors diagnose Alzheimer’s disease faster and more accurately.
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Should you stretch before exercise? After? Never? Here’s what to know
Should you stretch before exercising or after? And what’s the best way to do it? Stretching guidance has changed over the years.
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Booties. Indoor dog parks. And following the vet’s orders. How to keep pets cool this summer
As much of the world swelters, it’s not just people who need help with the dog days of summer. Pet owners have to consider how to both shield and cool down furry family members as intense heat waves become more common.
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New to volunteering? A how-to guide to find the right fit
Volunteering helps others out, but it also helps the volunteer. Research has shown a variety of health benefits including more positive feelings and social connections.
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Volunteering would feel good even if it didn’t have health benefits. But it does
When helping others, volunteers also help themselves. They might even live longer. Jacquelyn Stephens is a psychologist at the nonprofit Mather Institute who researches how to age well.
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Too many pills? How to talk to your doctor about reviewing what’s needed
Swallowing a handful of pills is a daily ritual for many people, but taking too many meds can cause problems.
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Do you really have to wait to go swimming after eating?
No, you don’t really have to wait 30 minutes after eating to go swimming. Doctors say there’s no need in most cases to wait.
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Yoga, meditation and prayer: Urban transit workers cope with violence and fear on the job
Transit workers around the country are managing their fear and anxiety over a rise in violent crime on subways and buses.
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Don’t work in bed, and other tips for creating a peaceful sleep zone in a studio apartment
There’s a lot to be said for the work/play energy of a nice studio or other small apartment during the day.
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Celebrities are getting $2,000 MRI scans to learn about their health. Should you?
Celebrities and influencers are helping promote high-tech medical scans that companies claim can help catch deadly diseases, including cancer.
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Extreme heat and some medicines can be a risky combo. Here’s what to know
This summer’s extreme heat is raising the danger of heat-related illnesses and threatening health in a more subtle way — by amplifying the side effects of many common medications.
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Groceries are expensive, but they don’t have to break the bank. Here are some tips to save
If you’ve noticed that you’re paying more than before for the same amount of groceries, you’re not the only one.
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Specialists say there are benefits to couples sleeping separately
Couples who sleep in separate rooms see no lack of intimacy, only quality sleep. Specialists agree there are benefits to sleeping apart.
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What cognitive tests can show — and what they can’t
Washington politics is drawing attention to cognitive testing, a 10-minute series of questions to assess different brain function.
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Work friends can be hard to find. How to combat loneliness in the workplace
The surgeon general has said there’s a loneliness epidemic in America. For many people, that includes a lack of friendships at work.
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When should a kid start riding a bike? If it’s a balance bike, you might be surprised how young
Those miniature bikes with no pedals seem to be everywhere these days, and the kids riding them are getting younger and younger.
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ThunderShirts, dance parties and anxiety meds can help ease dogs’ July Fourth dread
Much of the U.S. may be looking forward to July Fourth for dazzling displays of fireworks or setting off firecrackers and poppers with neighbors.
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Kids spend a lot of time outside in the summer. Here’s how to deal with their common injuries
Summer means playgrounds, pools, bikes and being outside for kids. Pediatricians say it can also mean more potential for injuries like dehydration, sunburns and scrapes.
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What to know about water safety before heading to the beach or pool this summer
With temperatures rising across the country and school out for the summer, many families will visit the beach, lake or local swimming pool.
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Ever feel exhausted by swiping through dating apps? You might be experiencing burnout
Plenty of happy couples can trace their meet-cute moment to an online dating app. But many others find the never-ending process of likes, swipes, taps and awkward DMs that go nowhere to be exhausting.
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Starting your first post-graduation job? Here’s how to organize your finances
With graduation season over, many college grads are embarking on summer internships or their first full-time jobs.
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Orange creamsicle or minty watermelon? Homemade popsicles are healthier than in the freezer aisle
Do you want orange creamsicle or minty watermelon? Homemade popsicles are not only easy to make, they’re healthier than anything you’ll find in the freezer aisle.
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Getting rid of poison ivy is a serious matter. What you should and shouldn’t do
Leaves of three, let it be. That’s the old childhood rhyme about how to identify poison ivy so you can avoid it at all costs.
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Preeclampsia can be fatal for pregnant people and babies. New blood tests aim to show who’s at risk
At least one in 20 people who are pregnant develop a scary complication called preeclampsia, a high blood pressure disorder that kills 70,000 women and 500,000 babies worldwide every year.
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Looking for the Fountain of Youth? Try the gym and weight-resistance training
You’re getting up there in years. Maybe you haven’t thought about going to the gym and taking up weight-resistance training. Dr. Marcas Bamman thinks you should.
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Mediterranean diet or not, eating seasonally can be good for you
It’s been years since scientists established that the Mediterranean diet really is good for you. But nutrition experts say you can improve your health anywhere by mimicking at least one aspect of the diet — eat whatever fruits and vegetables are in season.
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If you can’t stay indoors during this US heat wave, here are a few ideas
It’s hot and getting hotter for workers and everyone else outdoors as the first significant heat wave of the year makes its way eastward across the United States.
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