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Even Little Hits Can Cause Big Problems

Repeated hits, not just concussions, can cause damage to the brains of young football players who have had previous injuries. What to do. >

Voluntary Reductions of Salt and Sugar Would Bring Huge Health and Economic Gains

Modest reductions in the sugar in packaged foods and beverages could prevent millions of heart problems, save $4 billion in healthcare costs >

Too Much Time on Your Hands?

There's a sweet spot when it comes to free time: Too little of it and you're stressed. Too much, and productivity and happiness decline. >

Green Cleaning That Makes a Difference

Common household cleaning products expose users to toxic chemicals. Domestic workers are especially at risk. Safer substitutes are possible. >

A-Fib and Alcohol

Drinking alcohol is risky for people who occasionally experience an irregular heartbeat. Even one drink can trigger an episode of A-Fib. >

COVID Vaccines Give People — and the Economy — a Shot

Data show that vaccines prevented millions of cases and saved as much as $1.4 trillion in just the first five months they were available. >

Prostatitis Pain? Try Acupuncture

Prostatitis is painful, and acupuncture has been found to offer lasting help. It eases other painful conditions, too. >

Concern Over Opioid Dosage Tapering

Opioids can help ease chronic pain, but the risks of addiction often lead doctors to taper doses, a difficult transition. Here's what helps. >

Don't Stay Thirsty — Hydrate for Heart Health

Drinking too little fluid in midlife is associated with a risk of heart failure in later life. Stay hydrated: Aim for a couple quarts a day. >

Vaccines Versus COVID Variants

As new variants of the SARS-CoV-2 virus emerge, researchers are figuring out the kind of protection vaccines offer and how long it lasts. >

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