An 8-minute limit at cardiac rehab propelled heart attack survivor to push for more
Apr 9, 2025
Fighting a family history of heart disease, Sheron Lee found fitness in the gym and through walking and dancing.
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This music festival season, stay on the fun side of the medical tent with this advice
Apr 8, 2025
From Coachella to Bonnaroo, it's music festival season, and veterans have plenty of healthy advice on how to enjoy your favorite jams without getting into one.
Her upbringing and training shaped this doctor's view of infections and vaccines
Apr 7, 2025
Dr. Priya Soni, an infectious disease specialist in Los Angeles, grew up learning about microbes. Now she teaches families and her community how to protect themselves from the bad ones – and the importance of vaccines like the one for measles.
Ready to hoop it up? Net some benefits on the court, but be wary of risks
Apr 4, 2025
Go ahead and take a shot at playing basketball, doctors say – but understand the risks, especially if you have a heart condition.
Husband finds wife face down in the bathroom. Her heart had stopped.
Apr 3, 2025
At age 35, Brooke Jones recovered from three cardiac arrests and fights the fear of another through advocacy work.
Even weekend workouts could help you live longer
Apr 2, 2025
A win for weekend warriors? Any time is a good time to get the recommended amount of physical activity, which could reduce the risk of an early death, new research finds.
5 ways to get more out of every step you take on the road to better health
Apr 1, 2025
Walking is a popular way to stay physically active. But there are ways to reap even greater benefits from your daily steps.
He refused to leave the ER. More tests revealed a 99.9% blocked heart artery.
Mar 31, 2025
Matt Bowman was at risk of a fatal heart attack and had open-heart surgery. His wife, Robin, fainted in the hospital hallway and hit her head. Her breast cancer had spread to her brain.
Let's cut to the chase: How you prep your food matters
Mar 28, 2025
Chopping, grinding, blending and juicing can alter taste and nutrition. Here's a look at what your favorite method might be doing to your meal.
AI can serve up ideas for healthy meals in a snap – but they come with a side of caution
Mar 27, 2025
Dietitians say you can use artificial intelligence to help with meal planning and more, but be on the lookout for half-baked ideas.
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