‘Birdbrain’ benefits: How being an expert birdwatcher may boost cognition​’Birdbrain’ benefits: How being an expert birdwatcher may boost cognition 

‘Birdbrain’ benefits: How being an expert birdwatcher may boost cognition​’Birdbrain’ benefits: How being an expert birdwatcher may boost cognition 

 Being an expert birdwatcher may alter the structure and function of your brain. And these changes may enhance cognition even as you age, new research suggests.  ​​Being an expert birdwatcher may alter the structure and function of your brain. And these changes may enhance cognition even as you age, new research suggests. 

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Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer​Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer 

Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer​Why does women’s pain last longer than men’s? A new study offers an answer 

 Women are more likely to experience chronic pain, studies have found, and their pain lasts longer, on average. New research suggests it’s because of immune system differences.  ​​Women are more likely to experience chronic pain, studies have found, and their pain lasts longer, on average. New research suggests it’s because of immune system differences. 

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Novo Nordisk to halve U.S. list price of Wegovy from 2027​Novo Nordisk to halve U.S. list price of Wegovy from 2027 

Novo Nordisk to halve U.S. list price of Wegovy from 2027​Novo Nordisk to halve U.S. list price of Wegovy from 2027 

 Novo Nordisk will slash U.S. list prices of its blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy by up to 50% starting next year, the Danish drugmaker said on Tuesday  ​​Novo Nordisk will slash U.S. list prices of its blockbuster diabetes and weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy by up to 50% starting next year, the Danish…

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Lifestyle Practices That Help Prevent Heart Disease​Lifestyle Practices That Help Prevent Heart Disease 

 According to the American Heart Association, more than 130 million U.S. adults are living with some form of heart disease. Dr. Jennifer Haythe, a cardiologist at New York Presbyterian Hospital Columbia University, joins TODAY to break down what you need to know about preventing heart disease, including avoiding ultra-processed foods, prioritizing dental health and more.  ​​According…

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Workout Recovery Checklist: Heat vs. Ice, Protein Intake, More​Workout Recovery Checklist: Heat vs. Ice, Protein Intake, More 

 If you’re feeling motivated to get moving, it’s important to prioritize recovery so TODAY medical contributor Dr. Akshay Syal shares how to help your body bounce back after a workout. Tips include managing your protein intake, when to use heat vs. ice, and which symptoms should prompt a visit to the doctor.  ​​If you’re feeling motivated…

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Director vacancies at the NIH give Trump administration an opportunity to exert control​Director vacancies at the NIH give Trump administration an opportunity to exert control 

Director vacancies at the NIH give Trump administration an opportunity to exert control​Director vacancies at the NIH give Trump administration an opportunity to exert control 

 More than half of the National Institutes of Health’s 27 institutes and centers are missing permanent directors, giving the Trump administration an unusual opportunity to reshape NIH.  ​​More than half of the National Institutes of Health’s 27 institutes and centers are missing permanent directors, giving the Trump administration an unusual opportunity to reshape NIH. 

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