Lymphedema Treatment: Staying Fit in Midlife Reduces the Risk of Stroke in Later Years

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Staying Fit in Midlife Reduces the Risk of Stroke in Later Years

Medical News Today—A new study -- published in the journal Stroke -- reinforces previous data on the long-term benefits of exercise. In the latest study, researchers found that adults who are physically fit in midlife are less likely to suffer a stroke in later life.

Go to Church, Live Longer

The New York Times—A report in JAMA (Journal of the American Medical Association) Internal Medicine finds that people who attend church regularly may have a lower risk for premature death.

Fewer American Teens Having Sex: CDC

NBC—According to a CDC survey of risky youth behaviors, the percentage of high school kids who said they had ever had sex has dropped to around 41 percent from the 47 percent level seen for much of the last decade.

Why Your Pet Is Good for Your Health

HealthAfter50—If you have a pet you know the joy and comfort it can bring to your life: A pet helps you stay active and provides companionship. And pets do another act of good: Research shows they may boost your mental and physical health.

Caring for the Caregiver

Berkeley Wellness—The bulk of long-term care for older Americans is still provided by unpaid family and friends—about 34 million of them in the US. Learn about the challenges of caregiving and resources that can connect caregivers to help.