WASHINGTON - Most people think about exercise in terms of volume; more steps, more miles, more minutes on the treadmill. But ...

All exercise is good for you. But exercising this way gives you even better odds of living a long, healthy life.

Jessica Rendall is a reporter with experience covering a variety of health and wellness topics, including chronic disease, infectious disease, telemedicine, mental health and health technology. Renée ...

Studies in yeast, flies and mice have shown that relatively low doses of rapamycin often increase the creatures’ lifespans.

Angus Chen covers all issues broadly related to cancer including drugs, policy, science, and equity. He joined STAT in 2021 after covering health and science at NPR and NPR affiliate stations. His ...

Exercising prior to surgery could slash the risk of complications by half, according to new analysis. And combining increased activity with a better diet and psychological support could reduce risks ...

Regular physical activity may help reduce stress and improve overall body balance by directly affecting biological processes, ...

Chinese older adults who reported getting physical exercise were less likely to develop depressive symptoms compared to those ...

Share on Pinterest A recent study looks at how moderate-intensity exercise could lower appetite and thus aid weight loss. Image credit: Michal Fludra/NurPhoto/Getty Images. An hour of ...

So what about exercise? Our new research confirms physical activity can be just as effective for some people as therapy or medication. This is especially true when it's social and guided by a ...

Key study finding: Adults exercising 150 minutes weekly had brains nearly a year younger than non-exercisers after one year. Why it matters: Even a modest shift in brain age could reduce risk of ...

A groundbreaking clinical trial has shown that a structured exercise program can significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer returning after surgery and chemotherapy—offering benefits on par with ...