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New research reveals that social connections and physical activity work together to keep older adults healthier and happier. The comprehensive study suggests treating both factors as a powerful team rather than separate health goals.
Moving your body doesn't require a gym membership or strict workout schedule. New research shows that playful, everyday activities can deliver the same health benefits as formal exercise when you stop thinking of them as work.
An orthopedic surgeon reveals the simple training shifts that keep athletes competing into their 40s. His decade-by-decade playbook works for anyone who wants to move pain-free for life.
A customizable brain implant is giving people with Parkinson's disease their active lives back, automatically adjusting throughout the day to control tremors and improve movement. Pennsylvania triathlete Brandan Mehaffie is already back on his bike after getting the treatment.
Researchers discovered that people in Sardinia's famous Blue Zone live healthier, longer lives partly due to their personalities. They're more open to new experiences, better at managing emotions, and spend nearly twice as much time on mentally stimulating activities.
Grandparents in Singapore are vaulting over railings and climbing structures thanks to a coach who's reimagined parkour for older adults. Since 2017, these viral classes have transformed how seniors stay active and confident.
A new study reveals that grandparents who care for their grandchildren score higher on memory tests and stay mentally sharper as they age. The research shows the benefits come from staying active, socially engaged, and mentally challenged.
After receiving death threats during Nigeria's 2020 #EndSARS protests, acclaimed actress Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde transformed her approach to creating change. Her journey shows how activists can adapt their methods while staying committed to justice.
A 40-year-old triathlete who could barely finish races after his Parkinson's diagnosis is now planning a 100-mile bike ride, thanks to a breakthrough brain device. Penn State Health just became Pennsylvania's first hospital to offer adaptive deep brain stimulation that automatically adjusts throughout the day.
Teaching cats to sit and taking them on backpack walks helped 36 kids with developmental disabilities get more active outdoors. The six-week program at Oregon State University showed kids took on more responsibility while their cats became more confident too.
Electric bikes are getting more people moving, especially older adults and those with health challenges who say they wouldn't cycle otherwise. Dutch researchers found real benefits but also discovered important safety concerns that need addressing.
New research shows teenage girls who get just two hours of physical activity per week show early signs of lower breast cancer risk. The Columbia University study offers a simple, hopeful path forward as breast cancer rates rise among younger women.
North Ridgeville firefighters completed specialized tactical medical training to save lives during active shooter events and mass casualty incidents. Twenty-one crew members can now provide advanced emergency care in the most dangerous situations.
Steve Jensen battled stage 4 prostate cancer by discovering a new passion that changed his outlook. His story shows how community and staying active can transform a cancer journey into something unexpectedly joyful.
Nearly two-thirds of English adults are now hitting recommended weekly exercise targets, marking the highest activity levels ever recorded. An extra 859,000 people joined the active lifestyle movement in just one year.
Travelers in India are discovering destinations where their stay directly helps restore forests, support local farms, and revitalize communities. These six eco-stays prove vacations can heal the planet while refreshing the soul.
Forced positivity at work actually keeps your brain on high alert and makes it harder to focus. A clinical psychologist reveals how real optimism works differently, using practical behaviors that help you stay mentally flexible when stress hits.
A Nebraska university proved that eliminating textbook costs keeps students in college. Nearly 80% of students who took at least one free-textbook course stayed enrolled, compared to just 37% who didn't.
Taylor Garcia plans 15 weekly activities at a North Dakota long-term care facility, from sing-alongs to chair yoga. His work provides lifelines of connection for residents who might otherwise spend their golden years isolated.
A viral TikTok shows a clever bedtime hack: a boy can stay up past bedtime, but only if he keeps running. Sleep experts say this playful trick actually helps kids wind down and sleep better.
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