How much do you need to exercise to build muscle? Most adults aren't regularly exercising to build and maintain strength, even though the research on its benefits for health and longevity is overwhelming.
Health officials slash the number of vaccines recommended for all kids The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reducing the number of vaccines recommended for all children. The action follows a presidential memorandum ordering a review of the U.S. schedule. Rob Stein
Wegovy obesity pill now available at pharmacies Drugmaker Novo Nordisk said the prescription medicine can be found at a range of pharmacies, including CVS and Costco, as well as some telehealth providers. Sydney Lupkin
Research says this is the 'minimum dose' of gym time you need to see results Building muscle has huge health benefits, but working out takes time. So what's the least amount of time you can spend at the gym and still see the benefits? Research shows it's less than you'd think. Will Stone
Wellness trends worth taking into the new year (and some that aren't) We reported on all sorts of products and practices promising to make you healthy last year. Here are the ones that stood up to science, and those that were mostly hype. Andrea Muraskin
Is Trump taking too much aspirin? Here's what experts say Trump takes four times the recommended dose of aspirin for cardiac prevention. Even low-dose aspirin is no longer recommended for people over 60 who don't have heart disease. Michal Ruprecht
Brain organoids are helping researchers, but their use also creates unease Pea-size clusters of human cells called brain organoids inspire both hope and fear. Experts are debating how scientists can responsibly use these bits of gray matter. Jon Hamilton
Rideshare union rights, social media limits and other state laws taking effect Jan. 1 Every new year, public media reporters across the country bring us some of the new state laws taking effect where they are. Here are six in 2026. Mawa Iqbal
His brother's mental illness isolated his family. Now he's helping other caregivers When it comes to serious mental illness, family caregivers are crucial partners. But often, they must fend for themselves. A new solution offers them support. Kat McGowan
Farmers are about to pay a lot more for health insurance Tariffs, inflation, and other federal policies have battered U.S. farmers' bottom lines. Now many farmers say the expiration of federal health care subsidies will make their coverage unaffordable. Sarah Boden
