Kidney swap saves two lives, plus daily step counts and COVID effects

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Four Texas residents connected by two kidney donations in different cities: 'Superbly timed'

Rebecca Warden, second from left, volunteered to give a kidney to her mother, 71-year-old Ann Winer of San Antonio, far left. And Svetlana Balmeo Stockdale, 28 (far right), volunteered to give a kidney to her co-worker, Jorge Mendez, 50, standing beside her. (University Health / UT Southwestern) ‘SUPERBLY TIMED’ – Four Texas residents are forever connected by two kidney donations in different cities. The recipients, donors and doctors share their story. Continue reading…DEMENTIA DRIVER? – On the heels of Wendy Williams’ diagnosis of frontotemporal dementia, experts weigh in on alcoholism’s cognitive impact. Continue reading…STEP IT UP – Women over 60 may need fewer steps than the universally recommended 10,000. Here’s what to know. Continue reading… Senior women should aim for a mixture of aerobic and weight-lifting exercises on a regular basis, a doctor said. (iStock)PARENTAL CHOICE – After the Florida surgeon general sent guidance to parents about school attendance amid measles outbreaks, doctors share their reactions. Continue reading…THIRST TRAP – “Why am I always thirsty, and what should I do about it?” A doctor responds. Continue reading…A RUNNER’S RECOVERY – A Tennessee athlete experienced diaphragm paralysis after COVID. Here’s how he got his breath back. Continue reading… Gerald Branim, 55, was a marathon runner when he got COVID, which led to a paralyzed diaphragm that stopped him in his tracks.  (Institute for Advanced Reconstruction)PREGNANCY PRECAUTIONS – A new study reveals the share of pregnant women who develop long COVID, as experts stress the importance of vaccinations. Continue reading…H2O HATERS – A sports dietitian shares alternatives to water for healthy hydration. Continue reading…FROZEN PLANS – The Alabama Supreme Court’s ruling has prompted some local providers to halt IVF services. Fertility doctors react to the crackdown. Continue reading… A decision from the Alabama Supreme Court has led to a halt in IVF services at some locations and a flurry of protests from providers in the fertility space. (iStock)FOLLOW FOX NEWS ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitterLinkedInSIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERSFox News FirstFox News OpinionFox News LifestyleFox News HealthFox News AutosFox News Entertainment (FOX411)DOWNLOAD OUR APPSFox NewsFox BusinessFox WeatherFox SportsTubiWATCH FOX NEWS ONLINEFox News GoSTREAM FOX NATIONFox Nation This article was written by Fox News staff.



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