Yoga, tai chi, meditation improve veterans’ mental, physical health

Good News Notes: “A combination of yoga, tai chi and meditation was linked to significant mental and physical health improvements among veterans, according to study results published in Medical Care. ‘Deployment in the Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom wars led to increased musculoskeletal pain and decreased mental and physical health functioning among many returning…

Homeless people find friends, ease stress in tai chi class

Good News Notes: “On a quiet morning outside a library in Salt Lake City, about 70 people are kicking and slicing at the air as they practice the ancient martial art of tai chi.” “This isn’t a well-trained class of health enthusiasts wearing new tennis shoes and expensive leggings. Many participants are homeless.” “This isn’t…