Breast Cancer Awareness Month: Two Bend women share their victories, together
Jenny Widder was diagnosed with breast cancer in June. “I was absolutely shocked, because that happens to somebody else, not me,” Widder…
Continue ReadingHealth
Young adults, Black people have highest rates of emergency room visits for assault, data shows
By Giri Viswanathan, CNN (CNN) — More than 1 million people in the US visited an emergency department for injuries related to assault in 2020.…
Continue ReadingPotentially harmful chemicals used in many cosmetic products banned by California governor
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — California Gov. Gavin Newsom has banned 26 chemicals — used in many cosmetics such as hair products, bodywash…
Continue ReadingUS overdose deaths continue their rise, data shows, with ‘devastating impact’ on population
By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — The number of drug overdose deaths in the United States is still increasing every month, according to new data, but…
Continue ReadingCholera Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at cholera, an acute diarrheal infection that has killed thousands of people worldwide. Facts…
Continue ReadingIt’s not ‘Star Wars’-level tech yet, but doctors get a step closer to a bionic hand with special surgery and AI
By Jen Christensen, CNN (CNN) — Phantom limb pain is a common problem for people who undergo amputation, and so is the ability to function even…
Continue ReadingWhat OCD is — and what it isn’t — according to the experts
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — When someone likes things just so or always seems to have their home in perfect condition, others may say…
Continue ReadingClimate change can have ‘lifelong impacts’ on young people’s mental health, report says
By Giri Viswanathan, CNN (CNN) — Climate change can play a major role in affecting young people’s mental health, according to a new report…
Continue ReadingStroke could cause nearly 10 million deaths per year by 2050, report says
By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — The number of people who die from stroke worldwide will jump 50% by 2050 if no significant action is taken to limit…
Continue ReadingDEA again extends telemedicine flexibilities
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — With a November cutoff looming, the United States Drug Enforcement Administration has for a second time extended…
Continue ReadingWhen talking about suicide, avoid using these words
By Kristen Rogers, CNN (CNN) — When it comes to reducing stigma around suicide, not treating it as the elephant in the room is helpful, say…
Continue ReadingAmerica’s blood supply is in crisis. Here’s how school blood drives can help
By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — After declaring a national blood shortage and announcing that the United States’ blood supply has fallen to…
Continue Reading
Breast Cancer Awareness: A Central Oregon survivor knows the battle well – from both sides
As we mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Kristi Angevine, a breast cancer survivor, is very familiar with the challenges of the battle, from both…
Continue ReadingCalifornia becomes first US state to ban 4 potentially harmful chemicals in food
By Chris Boyette, Kristen Rogers and Andi Babineau, CNN (CNN) — California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a landmark law aimed at banning red…
Continue ReadingOlder adults still make up most Covid-19 hospitalizations, CDC report says, but concern grows over lack of vaccination
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN (CNN) — Older adults have accounted for nearly two-thirds of Covid-19 hospitalizations in the United States this…
Continue ReadingMake homemade pierogies for National Pierogi Day
By Casey Barber, CNN (CNN) — If you want an excuse to sink your teeth into a warm and comforting plate of carbs and cheese, October 8 is the…
Continue ReadingThese women say their babies were stillborn. Courts convicted them of homicide in a country with harsh abortion laws
By Catherine E. Shoichet, CNN (CNN) — A sign greets visitors arriving at a sun-filled two-story house in El Salvador’s capital. “You must…
Continue ReadingMenopause symptoms: How to prepare for effects on your brain
By Andrea Kane, CNN (CNN) — Menopause, which marks the end of a woman’s reproductive life, is something roughly half of the world’s population…
Continue ReadingThere is more to worry about than long Covid, study shows. You could get a long cold, too
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — Feeling run-down even after you kicked an infection? It could be a case of a “long cold,” according to a…
Continue ReadingGun violence is an epidemic in the US. Here are 4 things you can do today
By Madeline Holcombe, CNN (CNN) — If people want to reduce gun violence in the United States, experts say it’s important to start by…
Continue Reading