In the South, looming uncertainty threatens the limited abortion access that remains
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — Amy Hagstrom Miller probably knows US geography better than most. The founder and chief executive officer of…
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Nearly a dozen tuberculosis cases linked to Northern California casino in past 5 years; testing urged
By Cindy Von Quednow, CNN (CNN) — A casino in Northern California has been linked to 11 tuberculosis cases over the past five years,…
Continue ReadingChildren who survive shootings endure huge health obstacles and costs
By Liz Szabo, KFF Health News (KFF Health News) — Oronde McClain was struck by a stray bullet on a Philadelphia street corner when he was 10.…
Continue ReadingExperimental spinal cord implant helps Parkinson’s patient walk in new study
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Marc Gauthier can now step into an elevator without his body stiffening and freezing in place. He can take a…
Continue ReadingStates with restrictive abortion laws place more kids in foster care, particularly kids of color
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — A new study finds that in states with certain restrictive abortion laws, even before the US Supreme Court…
Continue ReadingMarijuana use raises risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, studies say
CNN By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Older adults who don’t smoke tobacco but do use marijuana were at higher risk of both heart attack and…
Continue ReadingTwo more companies recall cinnamon applesauce pouches due to potential lead contamination
By Jamie Gumbrecht, CNN (CNN) — Two more companies are recalling fruit puree pouches due to potential contamination with lead, the US Food and…
Continue ReadingCDC to expand disease surveillance at four major US airports to include flu, RSV
By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expanding its infectious disease surveillance program at four…
Continue ReadingMarijuana use raises risk of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, studies say
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — Older adults who don’t smoke tobacco but do use marijuana were at higher risk of both heart attack and stroke…
Continue ReadingEmergency room visits for firearm injuries among children doubled during the pandemic
By Deidre McPhillips, CNN (CNN) — America’s gun epidemic has become deadlier than ever for children since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic,…
Continue ReadingDozens of health organizations pledge ‘full support’ for federal ban on menthol cigarettes and flavored cigars
By Nadia Kounang and Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Eighty national public health groups, including the American Heart Association, the American…
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Bend’s Planned Parenthood sees 1,000% increase in Idaho patients since near-total ban took effect
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend’s Planned Parenthood location reports that it has seen a 35% increase in patients crossing the state line from Idaho since…
Continue ReadingThe significant health benefits of walking backward
By Melanie Radzicki McManus, CNN (CNN) — Editor’s note: Before beginning any new exercise program, consult your doctor. Stop immediately if…
Continue ReadingWhat are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
CNN By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — It used to be called manic depression in an effort to capture the swing of emotions from intense manic highs…
Continue ReadingWhat are the symptoms of bipolar disorder?
By Sandee LaMotte, CNN (CNN) — It used to be called manic depression in an effort to capture the swing of emotions from intense manic highs to…
Continue ReadingMatthew Perry went to rehab 15 times before getting sober. Here’s why it’s so hard
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — It took 15 entries into rehab before the late actor Matthew Perry found long-term sobriety, he wrote in his…
Continue ReadingFDA proposes ban on potentially harmful ingredient found in some sodas
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — The US Food and Drug Administration has proposed revoking its regulation authorizing the nationwide use of…
Continue ReadingCDC advisers support masks in update to hospital infection guidelines, but critics say draft doesn’t go far enough
By Brenda Goodman, CNN (CNN) — Experts who advise the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on its hospital infection control…
Continue ReadingYouth tobacco use rates declined slightly in US, but ‘work is far from over,’ health officials say
By Carma Hassan, CNN (CNN) — Overall tobacco use among youths dropped slightly, by about 1%, since last year, largely driven by declines in…
Continue ReadingWho should worry about lung cancer? A doctor explains
By Katia Hetter, CNN (CNN) — The American Cancer Society has just updated their lung cancer screening guidelines in an effort to increase…
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