Getting fit is easier with a buddy — or a spouse — who can commiserate about the devilishness of V-ups
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Getting fit is easier with a buddy — or a spouse — who can commiserate about the devilishness of V-ups
Our brains become less sharp as we age, but when does the decline actually start? You might be surprised
Welcome to our first show of 2012. This week, we’re talking about the latest research on shedding holiday pounds.
It’s January, which means the Great American Holiday Pig-Out is finally over. It’s time to waddle over to the bathroom scale, survey the damage and make that resolution (again) to shed some pounds. And if joining a gym or …
Older homes are a dangerous source of lead poisoning for young children, and experts say no level of lead exposure is safe
National Parks are havens for nature-lovers and those seeking some peace. But after the tragic shooting death of a Mt. Rainier ranger, many continue to question whether guns belong in the parks
Lots of things can cause kidneys to stop functioning, say experts, including trauma, dehydration and some common OTC and prescription medications
A promising shot against herpes virus misses the mark. But antiviral drugs can control infection, if only for a short time
Researchers uncover connections between marijuana and the psychoses of schizophrenia
In an international study of patients with severe heart attacks, Americans had shorter hospital stays but were much more likely to be readmitted to the hospital for complications
Which city has the booziest population? (And no, the Jersey shore isn’t a city.)
Kids want to play, so what’s stopping day care centers from letting children be physically active?