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Fitness + Well-being May 23

Army unveils new fitness test with tougher standards — could you pass it?

The U.S. Army introduces a new Army Fitness Test (AFT) emphasizing combat readiness and holistic fitness, replacing the previous ACFT with updated scoring standards.

Health May 20

Woman faces risk of rare spinal condition after yoga pose led to slipped discs

After a yoga injury led to slipped discs, a U.K. woman is struggling with symptoms of early cauda equina syndrome, a spinal condition that affects nerves in the lower back.

Health May 17

Walking certain number of steps daily reduces cancer risk, Oxford study finds

Casual walking and chores can lower cancer risk, says Oxford research, as 9,000 steps daily cut risk by 16%, supporting physical activity guidelines.

VIDEO May 7

New study suggests exercise can reduce dementia risk

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani discusses how weight training could reduce the risk of dementia on ‘America Reports.’

Health May 4

Cancer patients can relieve side effects with surprising activity

Preliminary data from The Ohio State University has found that dancing the Argentine tango can help reduce chemotherapy-induced neuropathy symptoms, like burning and tingling.

VIDEO April 30

Study reveals link between plastics and cardiovascular disease

Board-certified rheumatologist Dr. Mahsa Tehrani explains how these chemicals are all around people on 'America Reports.'

Health April 28

Exercise can prevent cognitive decline even when energy lags, researchers discover

Researchers at the University of Missouri discovered that exercise could make up for lost energy, pinpointing a link between liver function and cognitive decline.

Health April 24

This simple outdoor activity can improve Americans' health, says governor

West Virginia has launched a "Mountaineer Mile" in an effort to get Americans outside and moving to increase physical and mental health. The state has been a leader in pushing for MAHA initiatives.

Health April 14

Woman with Alzheimer's begins 3,000-mile walk to raise awareness

A California woman was motivated to embark on a 3,000-mile walk to raise awareness of the power of healthy living. Judy Benjamin, 80, shares her story with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

VIDEO April 13

Alzheimer's patient embarks on cross-country walk to showcase healthy aging

Thirteen years after her Alzheimer's diagnosis, Judy Benjamin, 80, has just embarked on a 3,000-mile journey across the country. She shares her motivation with Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital.

Health April 13

Creatine may not build more muscle after all, study suggests

The sports supplement creatine may not be effective in building muscle, according to a new study from the University of New South Wales. Researchers and exercise scientists speak about the findings.