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How exercise may be the best medical intervention ever known

It's been well known for many decades that exercise provides many benefits to our health. But a new scientific consortium is revealing new insights into just how profound exercise can be for the human body. William Brangham discussed more with Euan Ashley, a professor of cardiovascular medicine and genetics at Stanford University and the newly named chair of its department of medicine.

How exercise may be the best medical intervention ever known

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    January 23, 2025 - PBS News Hour full episode

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