What strength and balance tests reveal about healthy aging
Hand grip strength. Balance tests. Standing up from a seated position on the floor. These physical challenges are…
What teens and parents should know as tanning gets hot again
Nichole Sims started using a tanning bed at 15 because she said everyone around her was doing it,…
How to keep the air inside your home clean during wildfires
MILWAUKEE (AP) — The eerie glow of an orange sun through thick wildfire smoke might be unnerving, but…
How nutrition-tracking apps use gaming tactics to boost engagement
Green means go, red means stop. Trophies or confetti come with good performance, and people who fall behind…
What is alpha-gal syndrome? | AP News
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s common knowledge that ticks can spread infections that cause serious illnesses, including Lyme disease.…
OB-GYN group vaccine recommendations differ from US government’s
A prominent OB-GYN group announced vaccine recommendations on Wednesday that differ from what the U.S. government advises. The…
Older exercise instructors can motivate their peers
SEATTLE (AP) — Bengie Santos was a dancer and choreographer for 30 years before reaching an age when…
Having a plan can help ease anxiety that often accompanies extreme weather
ATLANTA (AP) — Hurricanes, wildfires, floods and other extreme weather can also kick up storms of anxiety. Thankfully,…
How to tell the difference between baby blues and postpartum depression
Moments after Jenna Carberg gave birth to her daughter, doctors put the baby on her chest. “I felt…
Dancing as you get older can have physical and mental benefits
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Carol Ross can’t stop smiling at dance practice as she shouts out the steps…