Taking the stairs may up the odds for a longer life

Folks who regularly climb stairs have a 24% reduced risk of dying from any cause, and a 39% reduced risk of dying from heart disease, compared to those who always take the elevator, researchers found. Read More

Reuters Health News Summary

Gilead said it still expects product sales of $27.1 billion to $27.5 billion, but lowered its earnings outlook to include the recent charge as well as incremental expenses related to the CymaBay deal. Read More

What happened in health news this week? | Health Smart

There have been no confirmed reports of any illness. More young people are taking to physical activities to improve their health, and many of them are turning to running. Some experts say the rise ... Read More

Climbing stairs may improve heart health, promote longevity

Researchers say climbing stairs instead of taking an elevator improves heart health by combining aerobic with strength training exercise ... Read More

Opinion: The decline in American life expectancy harms more than our health

American life expectancy started dropping even before the pandemic. It’s a critical barometer of our nation’s health and a sign that all is not well in the U.S. After decades of increasing longevity, ... Read More

Native Americans have shorter life spans, and it's not just due to lack of health care

Social services, such as parenting classes and economic development programs, can help, some health experts say. But insurers don't always cover these services. Read More

Las Vegas sororities, fraternities offering resources at upcoming mental health fair

Local greek life organizations are teaming up to provide mental health resources for the community.Las vegas chapters of a national sorority and fraternity are ... Read More

Better heart health at midlife linked to less cognitive decline in Black women

Better heart health may mean middle-aged Black women are less likely to show cognitive decline than those with poor heart health, a study has found. Read More

Med Center holds flag raising ceremony for Donate Life

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) -Med Center Health held a flag raising ceremony Friday as part of Donate Life Month. Representatives from Kentucky Organ Donor Affiliates, Donate Life and family members of ... Read More

KFF HEALTH NEWS: Rural jails turn to community health workers to help the newly released succeed

Garrett Clark estimates he has spent about six years in the Sanpete County Jail, a plain concrete building perched on a dusty hill just outside this small, ... Read More

Norfolk restaurant joins 'Dine Out for Life' in support of LGBT Life Center

Dining Out for Life” has been going on for several years. It supports several initiatives in Hampton Roads like housing, health care, mental health services, HIV prevention and food pantries. Read More

Viewpoints: The decline in American life expectancy harms more than our health

American life expectancy started dropping even before the pandemic. It’s a critical barometer of our nation’s health and a sign that all is not well in the United States. Read More