This complex brain network may explain many of Parkinson's stranger symptoms Parkinson's disease appears to disrupt a brain network involved in everything from movement to memory. Jon Hamilton
In a world built for sitting, here's how to stay active — even when stuck inside In the office, classroom and living room, working and relaxing mean sitting still. Our bodies evolved without chairs. Here are some tips for getting out of your seat and moving — even on cold days. Manoush Zomorodi
Modest 'mental exercise' can reduce risk of dementia for decades, study finds One type of cognitive training appears to reduce the risk of dementia 20 years later. Jon Hamilton
Doctors say California’s new safety measures fall short against deadly silicosis Silicosis is an often deadly lung disease linked to inhaling toxic dust from cutting engineered stone.
Olympic COVID restrictions are gone, but some athletes are still self-quarantining For most people, the pandemic days of masking are behind them. In certain corners of the Winter Olympics, though, things still look a lot like they did in COVID times. Some athletes are taking extreme measures to stay healthy. Nathaniel Herz
Need a new path in midlife? There's a school for that and a quiz to kickstart it Schools across the country are offering courses and retreats for people 50+ who want to reinvent themselves and embrace lifelong learning and discovery. Allison Aubrey
March for Life attendees may have been exposed to measles, DC Health warns D.C. health officials are contacting people possibly exposed to measles at the March for Life in January, as confirmed cases rise nationwide. Kristin Wright
Trump administration lauds plastic surgeons' statement on trans surgery for minors A patient who came to regret the top surgery she got as a teen won a $2 million malpractice suit. Then, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons clarified its position that surgery is not recommended for transgender minors. Selena Simmons-Duffin
RFK Jr. speaks about beefing up red meat consumption at Cattle Con Beef producers from around the country held a convention this week where they heard from Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who promotes red meat consumption. Natasha Senjanovic
They're cured of leprosy. Why do they still live in leprosy colonies? Leprosy is one of the least contagious diseases around — and perhaps one of the most misunderstood. The colonies are relics of a not-too-distant past when those diagnosed with leprosy were exiled. Pam Fessler
