Health Aug 04 After Hulk Hogan’s sudden death, here are a cardiologist’s tips for avoiding chronic disease By William Cornwell, The Conversation
Health Feb 15 Watch 4:12 As winter swimming gains popularity, the benefits and risks of taking an icy plunge It’s the middle of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and while it might not feel like the season for jumping in the water, more and more people are finding an icy plunge invigorating. William Brangham takes a look at the… By William Brangham, Claire Mufson, Satvi Sunkara
Health Jan 01 Watch 7:35 How exercise may be the ‘most potent medical intervention ever known’ It's been well known for many decades that exercise provides many benefits to our health. But a new scientific consortium is revealing new insights into just how profound exercise can be for the human body. William Brangham discussed more with… By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant
Health Sep 29 Watch 4:52 What to know about a rare but serious medical condition caused by strenuous workouts Officials at Tufts University are investigating an athletic team workout that resulted in nine lacrosse players being hospitalized. The incident has put a spotlight on rhabdomyolysis, a serious, somewhat rare and potentially fatal muscle condition that can be brought on… By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery, Claire Mufson
Health Jul 09 6 tips for staying safe while exercising or playing in extreme heat When summer starts with a stifling heat wave, it can pose risks for just about anyone who spends time outside… By Susan Yeargin, The Conversation
May 05 Peloton announces recall of treadmills after a child dies By Joseph Pisani, Associated Press Peloton is recalling its treadmills after denying that they were to blame for the recent death of a child and the injuries of 29 others. Continue reading
Jul 20 How to exercise in the summer without heat exhaustion By Scott Lear, The Conversation You can stay fit during soaring summer temperatures — if you follow some simple precautions. Continue reading
Apr 06 Watch 5:00 Why there’s been a dangerous diabetes spike around the globe By PBS News Hour According to a new study from the World Health Organization, diabetes cases have quadrupled over the last 40 years, mostly in poorer nations. Today, 8.5 percent of all adults worldwide suffer from the chronic disease, and 3.7 million deaths are… Continue watching
Jul 31 Quiz: How much do you know about long-term care at hospitals? By Margaret Sessa-Hawkins Take this quiz to see how much you really know about the role hospitals play in long-term care. Continue reading
Oct 27 Watch Empowering students with disabilities to find exercise they love By PBS News Hour Physical education is required in most American high schools, but for teenagers with physical and developmental disabilities, there can be greater restrictions on how they can get active. The NewsHour’s April Brown reports on how schools in Florida’s Miami-Dade County… Continue watching