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Psychologists say they can't meet the growing demand …

WebThe changes to people's personal lives brought about by pandemic-era public health measures, including changes to one's social life, jobs, and altered ability to care for loved ones, also added a

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Your Health : NPR

WebNews and commentary about personal health, medicine, healthcare, drugs, diet, recipes, and nutrition. Download the Your Health podcast and subscribe to our RSS …

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FDA approves first gene-editing treatment for human illness

WebOrlando Gili. In a landmark decision, the Food and Drug Administration Friday approved the first gene-editing treatment to alleviate human illness. The FDA approved …

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Health is on the agenda at UN climate negotiations.

WebThe health community's priority at the UN climate talks in Dubai is advocating for a swift and complete phase-out of fossil fuel use, says Miller. "We've got to stop …

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Only one-third of people eligible to take life-saving …

WebSo he and his collaborators analyzed data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey. They found that over the last 10 years, the use of statins, …

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U.S. life expectancy is recovering from COVID-19, but still …

WebNew CDC data shows that life expectancy in the U.S. is starting to recover, after it dropped during COVID-19 health emergency. Despite the gains, it still lags …

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Scientists are beginning to understand how long COVID …

WebMany symptoms of long COVID are related to the brain. Now scientists are beginning to understand why brain fog, fatigue, and pain can linger for years after a …

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A little electric stimulation in just the right spot may …

WebElectric stimulation in just the right spot may bolster a damaged brain : Shots - Health News A small study found that electrically stimulating an area deep in the brain allowed people with severe

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These 9 viruses have pandemic potential, says WHO

WebIts toll: It's rarely fatal, but Zika can cause severe brain defects in fetuses, including microcephaly. It has also been linked to miscarriage, stillbirth and other birth …

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Black Americans expect to face racism in the doctor's office

WebThe good news is that, among those that had sought health care in the past three years, people reported having positive and respectful interactions with their health …

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Why some doctors are trying a 'weight-neutral' approach in their

WebFor years, weight has been used as a measure of health in doctors' offices. Having a higher body mass index is correlated with heart disease, diabetes, certain types …

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White House proposes to 'march in' on patents for costly drugs

WebFeds assert rights to march-in on drug patents over price : Shots - Health News To lower drug prices, the Biden administration is looking to assert its authority to license …

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In California, new law helps more teens seek therapy without …

WebEsther Lau, now 18, struggled with mental health as a high schooler in Fremont. Unlike Lu, she had her parents' support, but she still couldn't find a therapist …

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Pilots want rule changes that discourage mental health treatment

WebAt a summit on mental health in aviation, pilots and safety experts urged regulators to reform rules that discourage people from seeking treatment because they're …

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Sesame Street Muppets help young kids affected by opioid …

WebMuppets from Sesame Workshop help explain opioid addiction to young children. Karli (left) and Elmo (right) appear in Season 51 of Sesame Street. In separate …

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WHO expert warns of disease risk in Gaza amid a collapsing health …

WebThere are 20,000 health care workers across Gaza, but they need to be in a safe place that's equipped and permits them to deliver the health care. They're running …

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Texas woman granted permission for abortion due to pregnancy

WebUpdated Thursday, Dec. 7 at 1:55 p.m. "Kate Cox needs an abortion, and she needs it now." Thus began a petition filed in a Texas district court this week, asking a …

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Live Updates: Trump Tests Positive For Coronavirus : NPR

WebTrump has needed supplemental oxygen on at least two occasions since he tested positive for the virus. But Conley said Trump has not needed any oxygen since his …

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Do Blue Light Blocking Glasses Really Work

WebNPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro speaks to vision researcher Mark Rosenfield about the efficacy of blue light-blocking glasses. Screen time has gone up during the …

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Sen. Bob Menendez indicted on corruption charges in New Jersey

WebU.S. Sen. Bob Menendez, D-N.J., has been indicted. Prosecutors allege he accepted cash, gold, and other goods in exchange for committing corrupt acts such as …

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Chef Lidia Bastianich looks back on her family's chaotic life in

WebOur guest, Lidia Bastianich, is a celebrity chef famous for her Italian recipes. She has a long-running PBS series, "Lidia's Kitchen." She's written over 15 cookbooks, …

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