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 ...

Regular exercise could help cancer patients live longer, new research suggests. The findings come from a study that randomly divided 889 colon cancer patients into two groups – one that adopted a ...

Exercise is a core factor in maintaining health and slowing aging. But a January study found that the more varied your exercise routine, the lower your risk of early mortality. The study, which was ...

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 ...

You’re not going to want to sit down for this. A new study suggests that a single habit is better for the brain than previously thought — and can treat symptoms of depression as effectively as ...

A new meta-analysis shows that stopping regular workouts—even for a few weeks—can quickly undo key cardiovascular benefits, especially in older adults.

Implementing a simple exercise plan during chemotherapy may ease cognitive impairment and fatigue, promoting better health ...

Students and their parents frequently worry that a timely break will halt the momentum but science says the opposite: If you choose the right kind of break for the task, short and planned breaks can ...