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A trainer in the article says people in their 50s can still build and preserve muscle through consistent, intelligent strength training, and that recovery and movement quality become more important with age.

A family fundraiser reports that Robert Dorgan killed his son Aidan and his ex-wife Rhonda at a Rhode Island high-school hockey event and that Rhonda’s parents were critically injured; the page says Dorgan then died by suicide.

Around 1.3 million children in Malawi were vaccinated in a four-day campaign using the novel oral poliovirus vaccine type 2 (nOPV2), with authorities reporting about 97% reach across eight districts; additional rounds are planned to reach children who missed the initial drive.

A study of more than 17,000 cancer survivors found that starting or continuing moderate-to-vigorous physical activity after diagnosis was linked with a lower risk of death, and experts noted benefits both for muscle strength and at the cellular (anti-inflammatory) level.

Georgia state Rep. Omari Crawford is running a half-marathon in each U.S. state as part of a project called "Miles for Mom" to honor his mother, who died after a battle with breast cancer; he has completed 12 states and plans to finish all 50 within four years.

A UK Biobank analysis of more than 100,000 participants found closer adherence to five established healthy diets was associated with an extra one to three years of life for men and one to two years for women, and these associations held after accounting for 19 genetic markers tied to longevity.

A nine-year-old boy at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital underwent the UK’s first surface-mounted, magnet-driven femur lengthening and gained about 3cm; the hospital has since used the technique on three other children.

B.C. Cancer has started a Kelowna program led by Dr. Lauren Capozzi to add rehabilitation and structured exercise into patient care from the time of diagnosis, and the program has received about 100 referrals since beginning in September.

A measles outbreak in north‑east London has included at least 34 laboratory‑confirmed cases and hospitalisations among unvaccinated children, while local MMR uptake is reported to be lower than national levels.

Reverend Jesse Jackson died at age 84, his family said he passed peacefully in the early hours of Feb. 17; an official cause of death had not been released at the time of publication.

A health writer reports that a clinical nutritionist lists seven pantry-friendly foods that may support sleep and highlights nutrients such as tryptophan, magnesium, vitamin D, and several B and C vitamins.

Ocular Therapeutix reported that its experimental drug Axpaxli helped a higher share of patients maintain vision at 36 weeks and one year than Regeneron's Eylea in a 344-patient late-stage trial, and the company said it will discuss the data with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

The article outlines a five-move mobility routine that focuses on lower-body strength and also engages the shoulders and core, and says it can be done in about 20 minutes several times a week. It notes precautions for people with injuries, those who are pre- or post-natal, or who have sciatica, and advises consulting a physician before starting.

Parents and medical groups say Newfoundland and Labrador limits public coverage of the infant RSV antibody nirsevimab to high‑risk babies, and the province says it is examining options but has no concrete plans to expand universal coverage.

The National Park Service is soliciting public input for a special resource study of parts of the Los Angeles coastline to assess whether those areas could qualify as a national park or other NPS unit; public comments are being accepted through April 6 and a report is expected in 2027.

Officials said a shooting at the Dennis M. Lynch Arena in Pawtucket killed two people, injured three others, and the suspected shooter was found dead; police said the incident may be linked to a family dispute.

A podcast and recent reporting described research that associates regular flossing with a reduced risk of dementia, and dental experts discussed daily flossing and interdental brushes as ways to address gum inflammation and oral bacteria.

Roche announced its Phase 3 MAJESTY trial in adults with primary membranous nephropathy met the primary endpoint, with significantly more people reaching complete remission at two years with Gazyva/Gazyvaro versus tacrolimus; safety was reported as consistent with the known profile and no new safety signals were identified.

The government has launched the 'Stay Strong, Get Vaccinated' campaign across England after a measles surge in North London; MMR coverage in England is reported at 89% and the UK recently lost its WHO measles elimination status.

TrumpRx.gov lists discounted brand-name medicines for cash-paying customers, but an analysis found nearly half of the 43 brand drugs on the site have generic equivalents that can be cheaper elsewhere.

A U.S. study of 131,821 adults followed for about 40 years found that drinking around three cups of caffeinated coffee per day was associated with a lower risk of dementia; decaffeinated coffee did not show the same link.

A writer developed ear symptoms after a cold and, diagnosed with eustachian tube dysfunction, stopped using earbuds while researching causes. Audiologists reported that earbuds can raise risks such as ear irritation, wax buildup and noise-induced hearing loss from high volume or long listening times.

A study of nearly 65,000 U.S. college students aged 18–24 found that about two hours a day (roughly 16 hours a week) on social media was associated with higher reports of loneliness, and the heaviest users (30+ hours weekly) were 38% more likely to report feeling lonely.

Dr. Mehmet Oz told viewers to "take the vaccine" as measles outbreaks spread across multiple U.S. states, with South Carolina reporting hundreds of cases and infections concentrated among children amid falling vaccination rates.

Five sofa-friendly hobbies — puzzles, knitting, musical activities, singing and visual arts — are described as linked to brain benefits through neuroplasticity and reduced stress.

About 1 in 10 couples meet the clinical definition of infertility, and roughly one-third of cases involve male factors; the most common male cause reported is a varicocele. Semen analysis and hormone testing are described as the usual first steps in evaluating male fertility.

Colin Gray has pleaded not guilty to nearly 30 murder and manslaughter charges tied to the September 2024 shooting at Apalachee High School; opening statements are scheduled to begin Monday and the trial is expected to last about three weeks.

Michael Pollan told 60 Minutes that ultraprocessed foods have helped drive higher calorie intake and rising rates of obesity and related chronic diseases, and he reiterated his guideline: 'eat food, not too much, mostly plants.'

Analysts say the 18-year-old suspect spent years engaging with firearms-related posts and graphic violent content online; the suspect died of a self-inflicted gunshot after a school attack that left several people dead.

AdventHealth Transplant Institute at Porter in Denver is using the National Kidney Registry's voucher program so living donors can donate now and give their intended recipients priority access to a compatible kidney later.