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Daily Samurai Routine Could Reduce Risk of Falls in Seniors - ScienceAlert

Ancient Japanese samurai were warriors of distinction, with a reputation for discipline and mastery of precision.

Virginia families face hurdles getting updated COVID-19 vaccine amid prescription confusion - WTOP

Virginia families are hitting roadblocks getting the new COVID-19 vaccine, as shifting federal rules spark confusion over pharmacy prescription requirements.

17 Older Women Are Revealing How Wildly Different Giving Birth Was 60 Years Ago Vs. Today - BuzzFeed

"She didn't want to remove her underwear during the delivery because she thought the baby would come out of her belly button..."

Why more seniors are turning to cannabis use - CBS News

Between 2021 and 2023, cannabis use among Americans 65 and older went up 46%, according to a recent study.

How healthy is your liver? It’s not just about booze - The Times

Liver disease deaths have quadrupled in 50 years. Can lifestyle changes and medical advances help regenerate this vital organ, asks Peta Bee

We Need More Research on Violent People - The Free Press

I study the behavior, and the brains, of antisocial people. Knowing more about them will make us all safer, writes Abigail Marsh for The Free Press.

New Research Reveals Not All Ultra-Processed Foods Are Bad - SciTechDaily

Some ultra-processed foods can provide health benefits, especially when considered in dietary context. Experts urge a smarter system for guiding food choices. New Swinburne research is challenging the long-held belief that ultra-processed foods are all bad fo…

COVID hospitalizations in California double as vaccine access tightens - San Francisco Chronicle

COVID-19 hospitalizations in California have doubled, wastewater shows very high virus levels, and new vaccine rules raise fresh concerns for fall.

6 Reasons You Crave a Sweet Treat After Dinner - Verywell Health

Hankering for sweets after eating a meal is common. Here's how to curb your cravings.

Longevity: Meal timing, especially breakfast, may affect health - MedicalNewsToday

Could the time of day people eat meals affect longevity? A new study finds links between meal times and conditions such as depression, fatigue, and oral health problems in older adults.

What your neck size reveals about your health - Japan Today

Doctors have long relied on measurements like body mass index (BMI) and waist-to-hip ratios to assess health risks. However, researchers are increasingly focusing their attention on an unexpected indicator: neck circumference. A thick neck might project stren…

Some Heart Attacks Might Be Triggered by Germs - Gizmodo

Researchers in Finland have found evidence that the plaque found in our arteries can contain bacteria that could set off a heart attack under the right circumstances.

Scientists discover why the flu is more deadly for older people - Medical Xpress

Scientists have discovered why older people are more likely to suffer severely from the flu, and can now use their findings to address this risk.

Most people check blood pressure incorrectly. Here’s how to do it right - ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4

Blood pressure: There’s a solid chance you’re checking yours wrong.

My blue is your blue: different people’s brains process colours in the same way - Nature

Neuroscientists can predict what colour a person is looking at using a machine-learning tool trained on the brain activity of others.

Bay Area sees COVID-19 wave and ‘tremendous confusion’ about vaccines - The Mercury News

Pharmacies are offering the updated COVID-19 vaccine. Some will need a prescription — and could pay out of pocket.

As Ebola outbreak kills 16 people in Congo, WHO official says Trump's aid cuts "will definitely have an impact" - CBS News

An Ebola outbreak has killed 16 people in Congo, and a WHO official says President Trump's aid cuts "will definitely have an impact" on the response.

Crews rescue person from tipped over dump truck in Cumberland construction zone - WJAR

The Cumberland Fire Department responded to a tipped over dump truck at a Cumberland construction zone on Monday morning.

Gastroenterologist warns just 1 soda a day can lead to advanced fatty liver by age 30: ‘Even young, healthy people…’ | Health - Hindustan Times

Gastroenterologist highlights that daily soda intake over several years can cause serious liver issues, including fatty liver disease in young adults. | Health

Dietary omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids as a protective factor of myopia - Hacker News