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HEALTH November 14, 2023

Standing and even sleeping are better for your heart than sitting, new study suggests

Researchers from the University of College London and the University of Sydney found that replacing sitting with any other activity — standing and even sleeping — can improve cardiovascular health.

Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Salutes November 10, 2023

George W. Bush during Warrior Bike Ride in Texas for America's veterans: 'Lucky to have them as citizens'

Former President George W. Bush honored America's veterans on Friday, Nov. 10, 2023, at the Warrior Bike Ride in Crawford, Texas — and spoke of the need to stay positive in tough times.

HEALTH November 10, 2023

For quality sleep, timing is everything, experts say: Here’s the secret of successful slumber

When it comes to measuring sleep, most people focus on hitting a certain number of hours each night. While that’s part of the equation, experts say it might not be the most important metric.

HEALTH November 9, 2023

Nevada faces shortage of primary care doctors as appointment times lengthen

As enrollment in the Affordable Care Act reaches a record high, more Americans need doctors, but getting an appointment can be hard. Nevada ranked 48th for availability of primary care doctors.

Cold and Flu November 8, 2023

Ask a doctor: ‘Does chicken soup really help cure a cold?’

Can chicken soup really help to alleviate cold symptoms? Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital reached out to some experts for their input on whether it actually has healing powers.

HEALTH November 8, 2023

Want to live longer? Follow 8 heart-healthy habits, says the American Heart Association

Making several specific lifestyle changes could slow biological aging by six years, according to a new study by the American Heart Association (AHA). Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital details the results.

LIFESTYLE November 8, 2023

Do healing crystals have any scientific backing? Some cite 'remarkable' benefits

The benefits of crystals for healing and wellness are said to be mostly anecdotal and linked to alternative medicine, but people are curious. Do crystals heal? Do they help mind and body?

HEALTH November 7, 2023

Surprising sleep trends revealed in new survey, including the rise of ‘Scandinavian sleeping'

A new survey from U.S. News polled 1,200 adults about their sleep habits. Ó£ÌÒÊÓƵ Digital shares the surprising trends that impact the quality of people's rest.

Cold and Flu November 6, 2023

Cold, flu, COVID-19 and RSV: How to identify the differing symptoms and stay safe

With the common cold, flu, COVID-19 and RSV all presenting a threat of illness this fall and winter, here's how to distinguish between the symptoms of each condition.

HEALTH November 6, 2023

A quarter of US medical students consider quitting school and most may not treat patients: new survey

A quarter of all medical students in the United States are considering quitting school, according to a new report from Elsevier Health. Doctors and students weighed in with perspective.

LIFESTYLE November 6, 2023

Weird but helpful ways bananas and their peels can be used

Your first thought may not be to use a banana to polish silverware or create a face mask — but these are just a few of the unusual and helpful ways you can use bananas in your daily life.