The U.S. Soccer Federation is recommending a ban on headers for players 10 and under, limits for players between 11…
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Athletes are best judges of whether they’re overtraining
Compared to objective measures, like heart rate or oxygen consumption, an athlete’s own sense of wellbeing may be a better…
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Loud noise exposure linked to heart disease risk
People with long-term exposure to loud noise at work or in leisure activities may be at increased risk of heart…
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Extra virgin olive oil linked to lower blood sugar and cholesterol
Compared to other kinds of fat, extra virgin olive oil may have healthier effects on levels of blood sugar and…
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Oklahoma allows for use of marijuana derivative in medical trial
Oklahoma Governor Mary Fallin on Thursday signed into law a measure that allows for the use of a non-intoxicating derivative…
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Lingering depression may double stroke risk, study says
People who have depression for a long time may be at increased risk for stroke, a new study suggests. Researchers…
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Hospitals developing strategies to treat stroke patients faster
After a stroke, timing is everything in the race to save the brain, yet many patients aren’t diagnosed and treated…
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Rasheda Ali works to find Parkinson’s cure through stem cells
According to the Parkinson’s Disease Foundation, nearly one million Americans are living with Parkinson’s disease. Legendary boxing champion Muhammad Ali…
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Cutting-edge procedure eliminates seizures
Over 3 million people suffer from epilepsy in the United States, and past treatment options have been limited to medication…
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Childhood growth hormone treatment tied to stroke risk
Children who receive growth hormone to treat short stature or hormone deficiency may be at an increased risk of strokes…
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