Texas woman denied an abortion tells senators she ‘nearly died on their watch’
By Jacqueline Howard and Tierney Sneed, CNN A woman who is suing the state of Texas after being denied an abortion told lawmakers Wednesday that not…
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Menopause symptoms cost billions in medical expenses and lost days of work, study suggests
By Carma Hassan, CNN Symptoms linked to menopause such as hot flashes, night sweats and sleep disturbances can add up to billions of dollars in…
Continue ReadingAdding exercise into treatment may reduce substance use, study shows
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN One key to fighting addiction may be exercise, according to a new study. Researchers undertook a review of the existing…
Continue ReadingPost-Roe, abortion access has dropped in the US, but support has not, survey finds
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN The US Supreme Court decision that revoked the federal right to an abortion led to significant restrictions to abortion…
Continue ReadingIs the new Covid-19 booster for you? Our medical analyst explains
By Katia Hetter, CNN Is it time for another Covid-19 vaccine booster? It’s the question many people are asking their doctors, given what…
Continue ReadingWorkplace discrimination linked to increased risk of high blood pressure, study finds
By Kyla Russell, CNN Adults in the United States who reported feeling discriminated against at work had a higher risk of developing high blood…
Continue ReadingFauci reflects on missteps, successes of the US Covid-19 pandemic response
By Brenda Goodman, CNN Since Dr. Anthony Fauci retired late last year as head of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases,…
Continue ReadingUSDA proposal aims to reduce salmonella infections from breaded raw chicken products
By Jen Christensen, CNN The US Department of Agriculture announced Tuesday that it’s considering changes to limit the amount of salmonella…
Continue ReadingPotentially dangerous doses of melatonin and CBD found in gummies sold for sleep
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN Testing of over two dozen melatonin “gummies” sold as sleep aids found some had potentially dangerous amounts of…
Continue ReadingPost-Roe, abortion access has dropped in the US, but support has not, survey finds
CNN By Deidre McPhillips, CNN The US Supreme Court decision that revoked the federal right to an abortion led to significant restrictions to abortion…
Continue ReadingAmid contradictory laws, hospitals in one state were unable to explain policies on emergency abortion care, study finds
By Jen Christensen, CNN Oklahoma’s laws restricting abortions have created a confusing, contradictory environment that may have a chilling…
Continue ReadingFlorida surgeon general altered Covid-19 vaccine analysis to suggest higher risk for younger men, Politico reports
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo altered an analysis released by the Florida Department of Health last year to…
Continue ReadingIt’s not just the shy kids who get nervous in front a crowd, study shows
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN Is shy something you feel or something you are? According to a new study, it could be either. Whether shyness is part of…
Continue ReadingLack of sick days, inflexible schedule among tough job conditions that can seriously affect mental health, report shows
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN Certain work conditions — including inflexible or late-night schedules and lack of paid sick leave — can have a…
Continue ReadingNew research suggests that french fries may be linked to depression
By Taylor Nicioli, CNN French fries — they’re greasy, starchy and a comfort food for many. But reaching for fried foods may have a negative…
Continue ReadingCovid-sniffing dogs can help detect infections in K-12 schools, new study suggests
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN Elementary students lined up behind a white curtain in the middle of a grand gymnasium at their school in northern…
Continue ReadingWHO watching XBB.1.16, dubbed Arcturus on social media, as a coronavirus variant of interest
By Brenda Goodman, CNN The World Health Organization has elevated the fast-growing Omicron sublineage XBB.1.16 as a new variant of interest, and says…
Continue ReadingHow parents can help kids overcome five common friendship hurdles
By Phyllis L. Fagell, CNN The eighth grade girl told psychologist Ryan DeLapp that a friend only interacted with her when she wanted help with an…
Continue ReadingThese women ran an underground abortion network in the 1960s. Here’s what they fear might happen today
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN The voice on the phone in 1966 was gruff and abrupt: “Do you want the Chevy, the Cadillac or the Rolls Royce?” A…
Continue ReadingHow to exercise when you have a chronic condition or a disability
By Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN Many people struggle to maintain a regular workout regimen. Add in a disability, chronic condition or injury, and it…
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