Moderate drinkers who also take weight-loss drugs like Mounjaro, report drinking less alcohol, a new study finds. AzmanJaka/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption AzmanJaka/Getty Images Many social drinkers who take …
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‘Cohousing’ is the answer for some people who find parenting very isolating : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesResidents of Daybreak Cohousing in Portland, Oregon, gather in their shared courtyard. It’s one of about 200 cohousing communities in the country. Jay Fram for NPR hide caption toggle caption …
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A new generation of cancer survivors is getting diagnosed early, and living longer : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesPeople are getting cancer earlier and living longer, meaning they’re having to figure out how to navigate various aspects of life after diagnosis. SCOTT SIMON, HOST: There are more than …
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Surfing her way out of the social anxiety shared by many in Gen Z : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesAn effort called One More Hour, created by the Foundation for Social Connection and the dating app Hinge, invests in groups where people can find friends — like this surfing …
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Kennedy’s stance on vaccines could affect the lives of millions of people : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesNPR’s Steve Inskeep talks to Eric Garcia, Washington correspondent for “The Independent,” about President-elect Trump’s nominee to lead health and human services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: The …
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When family or friends are struggling, don’t offer advice. Do this instead : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesWhen someone you love is struggling emotionally, it can be hard to know what to say. Author Kelly Corrigan says using certain words can make a big difference. FilippoBacci/E+/Getty Images …
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Exposure to wildfire smoke increases the risk of developing dementia, study says : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesNPR’s Rob Schmitz speaks with Joan Casey, who co-wrote a new study that links exposure to wildfire smoke to an increased risk of dementia. ROB SCHMITZ, HOST: Breathing wildfire smoke …
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As the respiratory virus season approaches, where does the vaccination rate stand? : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesSo far very few Americans have been rolling up their sleeves to get vaccinated against COVID, flu or RSV. ROB SCHMITZ, HOST: As the holiday and the winter respiratory virus …
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Even a short post-dinner ‘fart walk’ can have big benefits for your health : Shots
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesEven a short walk around the block after dinner aids digestion, helps regulate blood sugar and promotes a better night’s sleep. Annie Otzen/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Annie Otzen/Getty …
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Scientists warn of the increased dangers of a new bird flu strain : NPR
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesThe spread of bird flu continues to trouble scientists. They say there is no indication that the U.S. has the outbreak under control. And now, a more concerning version of …