Living Well

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Getting good sleep could add years to your life

Imagine your body is a rechargeable battery, and sleep is the charger. Just as a battery needs to be fully charged to function optimally, your body needs quality sleep to stay healthy and thrive. The latest research suggests that getting good sleep not only supports your heart and overall health but may also have a […]

Published on February 24, 2023

Senators Have Mental Health Crises, Too

The Host Julie Rovner KHN @jrovner Read Julie’s stories. Julie Rovner is chief Washington correspondent and host of KHN’s weekly health policy news podcast, “What the Health?” A noted expert on health policy issues, Julie is the author of the critically praised reference book “Health Care Politics and Policy A to Z,” now in its […]

Published on February 23, 2023

Skipping breakfast may compromise the immune system

Just like a well-fueled body is better equipped to fight off illness and infection, a new study reveals that skipping breakfast can actually compromise our immune system’s ability to combat germs. Similar to how a car without fuel struggles to get going, the immune system needs a boost in the morning to start its engine. […]

Published on February 23, 2023