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Doing Everyday Chores Isn’t Enough to Protect You From Stroke

Puttering around the home or office isn’t enough to protect a person from stroke, a new study says. People need to be more active to…

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These Injuries Can Keep Olympians From the Gold

U.S. gymnast Simone Biles vowed to continue her quest for Olympic gold after injuring her calf in a qualifying round at the Paris games. Meanwhile,…

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Suicides Among Kids Ages 8 to 12 Are Rising, Especially Among Girls

The kids are not alright. New data shows a troubling 8% annual increase in the number of American children ages 8 to 12 who died…

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Pickleball: A Tendency for Tendon Injuries

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the United States, particularly among older adults. It’s also a quick way for seniors to hurt themselves, unless they…

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Surgery Overused for ‘Tongue Tie’ Issue That Stops Babies From Breastfeeding, Experts Say

Surgery is being overused to correct breastfeeding difficulties in infants, a new report says. A growing number of newborns are being diagnosed with ankyloglossia, also…

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Mom’s Type 1 Diabetes Might Shield Her Children From the Disease

Having a mom with type 1 diabetes might provide long-term protection against the condition in children, a new review finds. This protective effect is suggested…

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September is Peak Asthma Month: Is Your Child Ready?

Peak asthma month is upon parents as summer draws to a close, experts warn. “September is known as Asthma Peak Month because kids have returned…

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Tough Workouts Won’t Trigger Cardiac Arrest in Folks With Long QT Syndrome

People diagnosed with one of the most common inherited heart arrhythmias, called Long QT syndrome (LQTS), can safely engage in vigorous exercise without any added…

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Screens, Tweens and Sleep: Study Uncovers Tips for Better Rest

Turning off smartphones is an important step in making sure tweens get the sleep they need, a new study says. Leaving a phone ringer on…

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U.S. Infant Deaths Rise for First Time in Decades

For the first time in two decades, the infant mortality rate in the United States has risen, new government data shows. In a report released Thursday by…

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Is There a Peak Performance Age for Olympians?

The Olympics are often described as a rare, once-in-a-lifetime shot at international sports glory. That may be more true for Olympic track and field competitors…

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Where Your Body Stores Fat Could Affect Odds for Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s

Finding yourself packing on the pounds around your waist and arms? If so, you might be at heightened risk for neurological illnesses like Alzheimer’s or…

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