North Carolina health officials say they don't anticipate any changes to their clinical guidance regarding childhood ...

The winter months bring shifts in temperature, daylight and daily routines. Research shows that adults take fewer steps in winter than in summer, which may lead to adverse physical and psychological ...

New York City is seeing some of the highest levels in the country. Flu activity is increasing across the country, according to the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. New ...

Exercise is promoted for lowering the risk for certain gastrointestinal cancers, but recommendations lack specifics on how much is enough. Now, a large, decades-long study suggests that relatively ...

Nancy Gell, associate professor in the Department of Rehabilitation and Movement Science at the University of Vermont, has received a $499,989 grant from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ...

(WLOS) — As kids head back to school, health is at the top of parents’ minds. There are a number of benefits to physical activity, including improved mood, sleep, concentration, muscle and bone ...

Daniel Payne reports on how the health industry and Washington influence and impact each other. He joined STAT in 2025 after covering health care at POLITICO. You can reach Daniel on Signal at danielp ...

A recent CDC study reveals that fewer than 14% of adults ages 65 and older meet federal guidelines for both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercises, with participation rates declining further as ...

WEST HARTFORD, CT (WFSB) - During a heat wave, it’s important to take it easy to avoid getting sick. People can get heat exhaustion or heat stroke when it’s too hot outside. That’s why folks in West ...

Snow is expected to move in Friday evening, potentially complicating travel plans for drivers heading home after the holidays. An investigation is underway following a serious crash in Hartford on ...