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Birds as symbols of wisdom — and what the owl can tell us about ourselves

It’s common to think of owls as wise. Where did this idea originate and why do we often call older people "wise old owls"? Here's a deep dive into the bird, the natural world and more.

Burnout and overtraining are forcing young athletes to drop out of sports, new report reveals

With some 70% of teens and children dropping out of organized sports by the age of 13, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics, experts are chiming in on potential reasons.

Detransitioners open up to NY Times about feeling abandoned, harm of 'gender-affirming care:' 'It's a mess'

A New York Times column quoted gender detransitioners and providers who believe that there needs to be more caution in recommendation sex changes for children.

What is ‘cozy cardio'? A look into a new fitness craze circulating on social media

For those who have a hard time getting into a good fitness routine, the craze dubbed "cozy cardio," trending on social media, may be a good place for them to start.

Music could be the secret to fighting off dementia, study says: ‘Profound impact’

Researchers at the University of Exeter discovered that people who “engage in music" over the course of their lives tend to have improved memory and better overall brain health as they age.

I have a child with a disability and NIH has made a scary proposal that could impact millions like her

NIH wants to make a strange change to its mission statement and remove the words "lengthen life." I'm the parent of a child with a disability and I find that disturbing.

Should American families really start eating lab-grown meat? What to know about this ‘cultivated’ alternative

Months after the FDA granted approval for lab-grown meat production, nutritionists, doctors and industry players share what to know about the benefits, risks and challenges.

Maryland cat rescue launches 'neuter your ex' fundraiser for Valentine's Day

A cat rescue in Maryland has an innovative and funny way to raise funds for its trap-neuter-release program: naming soon-to-be-neutered cats after exes.

Marijuana use linked to increased asthma risk in youth, says study: ‘Worrisome' health implications

A new study published in the journal Preventive Medicine found that in states where marijuana is legal, the share of teens with asthma is slightly higher than in states where it remains illegal.

Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF): Symptoms, treatment, and prevention

Explore Rocky Mountain spotted fever's causes, treatment, symptoms, diagnostic challenges and effective prevention methods for this notable tick-borne illness.