Sport Supplement May Help Shield Seniors From Falls (HealthDay via Yahoo! News)

WEDNESDAY, Nov. 19 (HealthDay News) -- The dietary supplement beta-alanine (BA) -- widely used by athletes and body builders -- improves muscle endurance in the elderly, according to U.S. researchers.

Sport Supplement May Help Shield Seniors From Falls (HealthCentral)

Beta-alanine boosts muscle, balance, study finds.

Proposed jail and justice center still not settled (Austin Daily Herald)

The proposed new Mower County Jail and Justice Center project was reviewed Wednesday afternoon. Representatives from the city of Austin and Mower County met at the Austin Housing and Redevelopment Authority offices to share items of mutual interest.

Sony Launches Bluetooth Sports Headphones, Sleek Travel Speakers and Other Accessories (Broadcast Newsroom)

SAN DIEGO, Nov. 18 /PRNewswire/ -- Just in time for the holidays, Sony today is unveiling five new audio accessories that offer versatility, personalization and freedom from wires. With Bluetooth(R) technology, compact styles and sleek designs, these accessories are fashionable and functional.

Health Datebook (The Bulletin)

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