A few years ago, I picked up dancing again after many years of taking a break. I was surprised how happy and free it made me feel, in addition to …
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California declares bird flu emergency. 1st severe human case found in Louisiana : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThis colorized electron microscope image released by the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases in March shows avian influenza A H5N1 virus particles (in yellow). The CDC says the …
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Gene Berg, 72 of Litchfield, New Hampshire hopes to medal in the pickleball Senior Games in every state that holds one. Zack Wittman for NPR hide caption toggle caption Zack …
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Genital herpes is a 'forgotten' virus. But that doesn't mean it's gone away.
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesOver 800 million people have genital herpes — and in many cases the virus can flare up over a person’s lifetime, causing painful symptoms. So why doesn’t the world pay …
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RFK Jr. at HHS? Former health secretary Kathleen Sebelius explains the limits of the role : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesRobert F. Kennedy Jr. arrives for a meeting with Senators in the Russell Senate Office Building on December 17, 2024 in Washington, DC. Kevin Dietsch/Getty Images/Getty Images North America hide …
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Surgeons transplant a genetically modified pig kidney into a human : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesA surgical team at NYU Langone Health hospital, including Dr. Robert Montgomery (right), transplants a kidney from a genetically modified pig into patient Towana Looney, who’s been on dialysis since …
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“Morning Edition” reported on the health risks of flame retardants in black plastic kitchenware. The study cited has issued a correction. The risk is lower than initially reported. STEVE INSKEEP, …
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Vitamin D is key to your health. But it doesn’t prevent falls or fractures : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesTaking vitamin D supplements doesn’t appear to prevent fractures among older adults, but the vitamin is necessary for overall health. Baac3nes/Moment RF/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Baac3nes/Moment RF/Getty Images …
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How to keep active as you age? These players chose pickleball : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPickleball player Alice Edington, 56, returns the ball to her opponents during a doubles match at the Florida Senior Games. Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport and it’s also popular with …
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L to R, clockwise: Becky Harlan/NPR; rob dobi/Getty Images; Miko Maciaszek for NPR; Adrián Astorgano for NPR; Malte Mueller/Getty Images; Malaka Gharib/NPR; Reina Takahashi for NPR How much should I …