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Pets Bring Big Benefits

Having a pet is good for you. They can keep you fit and ease stress. In fact their emotional value is equal to that of a really big raise. >

Treatment Add-On Improves Outcomes for Coronary Patients

Statins help people recover from a heart attack, but they often are started too late and leave patients vulnerable to a second coronary. >

When Your Therapist is a Chatbot

Can an online AI-generated therapy session help people dealing with depression, anxiety or eating disorders? The answer appears to be "Yes." >

What’s Lost: Trump Whacks Tiny Agency That Works To Make the Nation’s Health Care Safer

The AHRQ collects data on U.S. health care expenditures and outcomes and funds research aimed at improving the safety and delivery of care. >

Activity Monitor Readings Offer Early Warnings on Heart Problems

Step count and heart rate info from smartphones and activity trackers can be used to identify potential heart problems before they happen. >

Take ADHD Testimonials with a Grain of Salt

Young adults are turning to social media for information about ADHD, often diagnosing themselves based on anecdotes and misinformation. >

The Problem with Smartphone Restrictions

Anyone who has watched a child glued to a screen is likely to find some kind of ban on smartphone use attractive. Too bad it doesn't work. >

A Two-For-One Health Special

Following the American Heart Association's guidelines for a healthy heart reduces the risk of Alzheimer's as well as cardiovascular disease. >

Parenthood Strengthens the Brain

Being a parent is not easy, but the good news is, it helps preserve brain connectivity later in life. There are other ways to do this, too. >

Life Is Shorter, Not Better, with Butter

Sure, butter and ice cream are luscious, but if you opt for more unsaturated vegetable oils, you are likely to gain many healthy years. >

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