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Plyometrics: Three explosive exercises even beginners can try
August 4, 2023As a kid, I spent many Saturdays romping around my Florida neighborhood imitating Colonel Steve Austin, better known as The Six Million Dollar Man to avid TV watchers in the…
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Beyond the usual suspects for healthy resolutions
July 31, 2023Early in the new year, promises to reboot your health typically focus on diet, exercise, and weight loss. And by now you may have begun making changes — or at…
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A fresh look at risks for developing young-onset dementia
June 29, 2023Dementia usually develops in people ages 65 years and older. So-called young-onset dementia, occurring in those younger than age 65, is uncommon. Now, a new study published in December 2023…
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New research shows little risk of infection from prostate biopsies
June 13, 2023Infections after a prostate biopsy are rare, but they do occur. Now research shows that fewer than 2% of men develop confirmed infections after prostate biopsy, regardless of the technique…
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Discrimination at work is linked to high blood pressure
June 7, 2023Experiencing discrimination in the workplace — where many adults spend one-third of their time, on average — may be harmful to your heart health. A 2023 study in the Journal…
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Icy fingers and toes: Poor circulation or Raynaud’s phenomenon?
May 18, 2023If your fingers or toes ever turn pale (or even ghostly white) and go numb when exposed to cold, you might assume you just have poor circulation. That’s what I…
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Shining light on night blindness
May 4, 2023Animals renowned for their outstanding night vision include owls, cats, tarsiers (a tiny primate in Southeast Asia) — and even the dung beetle. But humans? Not so much. Over time,…
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Winter hiking: Magical or miserable?
March 25, 2023By midwinter, our urge to hibernate can start to feel constricting instead of cozy. What better antidote to being cooped up indoors than a bracing hike in the crisp air…
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