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A closeup photo of two hands demonstrates an older man clasping the hand of a person who is offering a helping hand.

Research shows that people who volunteer regularly have a lower risk of mortality and better physical health as they age. Olga Rolenko/Getty Images hide caption

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When kindness becomes a habit, it improves our health

Whether it's volunteering at a local school or taking soup to a sick neighbor, improving the welfare of others can also improve our own physical and mental health, a sizable body of research shows.

When kindness becomes a habit, it improves our health

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Monday

Damar Hamlin funds 10 scholarships in the names of 'heroes' who saved his life

The Buffalo Bills' Damar Hamlin took 10 Cincinnati medical workers out for dinner — and told them he's setting up scholarships in their names. He's seen here before the Bills' game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Zach Bolinger/AP hide caption

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Damar Hamlin funds 10 scholarships in the names of 'heroes' who saved his life

Ten months after his horrifying collapse halted an NFL game, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin returned to Cincinnati with surprises for the medical staff who worked to save him.

Monday

Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health

People with diabetes who were prescribed fruits and vegetables, saw their blood sugar decline significantly. And adults with hypertension saw their blood pressure go down. RyanJLane/Getty Images hide caption

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Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health

People with diet-related diseases show health improvements when they're given "prescription" produce. A new study shows reductions in blood sugar and blood pressure, key measures of heart health.

Prescriptions for fresh fruits and vegetables help boost heart health

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Monday

What's Good For The Heart Is Good For The Brain
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What's Good For The Heart Is Good For The Brain

Choosing a heart-healthy lifestyle can help protect your brain as you age, research suggests. And it's not just memory skills that benefit. Problem-solving abilities and judgment are preserved, too.

What's Good For The Heart Is Good For The Brain

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