CPI inflation report December 2026:

Core U.S. consumer prices rose less than predicted in December, reinforcing hopes that inflation is tempering as the Federal Reserve contemplates its next move on interest rates. Excluding volatile food and energy prices, the consumer price index showed a seasonally adjusted 0.2% gain on a monthly basis and 2.6% annually, the Bureau of Labor Statistics…

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Heart-healthy habits to consider starting in the new year

When it comes to heart health, prevention still has the greatest returns, according to Francisco Lopez-Jimenez, MD, cardiovascular medicine, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota. Taking steps now – no matter how small – offers far greater benefits than managing heart disease later. Fortunately, there are many practical, sustainable ways to reduce your risk, even if heart…

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