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Happy Health Wednesday. We’ve made it to another week of taking charge of our health and sharing vital information. Let’s get into today’s headlines!

In Today’s Newsletter:

  • Can art, music, and dancing actually help people age slower?
  • FDA chief pushed out after clashes with powerful Republican interest groups.
  • Your neck may be revealing your age first.
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Arts May Help Slow Aging — But Only If You Enjoy Them

New research suggests regular engagement in creative activities such as painting, music, dancing, and other arts may help slow biological aging. In some measurements, researchers found the benefits were comparable to those linked to regular exercise.

New research suggests people who regularly engage in enjoyable arts and cultural activities may age more slowly at the DNA level. Experts say the real key is finding creative activities that reduce stress and bring joy.

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Trump FDA Chief Marty Makary Forced Out After Mounting Backlash

Dr. Marty Makary resigned as head of the FDA after growing criticism from industry groups, activists and agency insiders.

FDA Commissioner Marty Makary resigned after months of criticism from pharmaceutical companies, anti-abortion activists, vaping interests and turmoil inside the agency. The controversy highlights the growing political pressure surrounding public health decisions under the Trump administration.

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Your Neck Is Aging Faster Than Your Face — Here’s Why

Hours spent looking down at phones and devices can contribute to horizontal neck lines, often called “tech neck,” and other early signs of aging. Experts say the neck often ages faster than the face, but early skincare and prevention can help.

Despite misinformed rhetoric, the rise in autism diagnoses among Black kids is not an epidemic—it’s a long-overdue correction.

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In case you missed It (section)

Aging Isn’t Gradual: Study Finds Two Key Turning Points at 44 and 60

How Often Should You Wash Your Towels? What Experts Say May Surprise You

Beloved Wichita leader Bob Thompson’s sudden sepsis death highlights urgent warning signs

Is your relationship emotionally unsafe? Couples may hide parts of themselves from each other if they don’t feel they can safely share their authentic feelings. (CNN)

Global health gains face threat of reversal. The world is falling short on health targets, with progress uneven, slowing, and in some areas reversing, according to the World Health Statistics 2026 report. (WHO)

CDC won’t publish report showing covid shots cut likelihood of hospital visits. Raising concerns among current and former officials that information about the vaccine’s benefits is being downplayed. (Harard Health)

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