HEALTH

Research: Activity level affects concussion recovery

WASHINGTON - Your brain needs more of a timeout than just missing the next game to recover from a concussion. New research suggests student athletes who are too active - not just on the field, but at home and school - may hinder their recovery. More »

Half of overweight adults may be heart-healthy

CHICAGO - You can look great in a swimsuit and still be a heart attack waiting to happen. And you can also be overweight and otherwise healthy. More »

Mass. seeks funding extension in health care law

The state has asked for another two-week extension of its federal health care funding package after federal regulators balked at Massachusetts' request for up to $3 billion more in Medicaid spending over the next three years. More »