Obesity increased during the pandemic
A new study shows obesity rates among u-s adults got worse during the covid…
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Researchers say they have found protein biomarkers for breast cancer in breast milk
In a small study, researchers have identified protein biomarkers for breast cancer using breast milk, a discovery that they believe is the first step…
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With students in turmoil, US teachers train in mental health
As Benito Luna-Herrera teaches his 7th-grade social studies classes, he is on alert for signs of inner…
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Study shows limiting salt intake can reduce the risk of heart failure
Strict limits on salt intake can boost quality of life for people dealing with heart…
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WHO says 99% of world’s population breathes poor-quality air
The U.N. health agency says nearly everybody in the world breathes air that doesn’t meet its standards for air…
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UK hits record COVID-19 levels; nearly 5 million infected
The prevalence of COVID-19 in the U.K. has reached record levels, with about 1 in 13 people estimated to be infected with the virus in the past week,…
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A big increase in migrants at the US-Mexico border is expected
More migrants are coming to the US-Mexico border, and officials say they expect the number to…
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‘Youth are in crisis’: Mental health of US high school students worsened during the Covid-19 pandemic, CDC survey finds
Mental health concerns among high school students in the United States were exacerbated during the Covid-19 pandemic, according to survey results…
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Marijuana second-hand smoke more dangerous than cigarettes
A new study shows second hand smoke from marijuana can be much more dangerous than from…
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Somerton School District now offers free therapy for students, parents, teachers
Somerton School District No.11 joined the ParentGuidance.org network to begin free therapy resources for students, parents and faculty to use in the…
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FDA expected to OK additional Covid-19 booster shots for adults over 50 this week
The Biden administration is expected to give older adults the option of getting a second Covid-19 vaccine booster as early as this…
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Ducey extends medical licenses, key to virus emergency end
Governor Doug Ducey has signed legislation that will prevent temporary medical licenses from immediately becoming invalid if he ends the Coronavirus…
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Studies link Covid-19 infection with increased risk of new diabetes diagnosis
Over a year after recovering from a Covid-19 infection, Jennifer Hobbs is adjusting to her new normal: brain fog, joint pain, elevated liver enzymes…
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Nostalgia can reduce perception of pain, study shows
The next time you feel pain, you might consider skipping the ibuprofen and reaching instead for an old…
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IVC helps break the silence on mental health
Over 1,000 backpacks were shown at the Send Silence Packing exhibit at Imperial Valley College, each representing a family that lost a loved one to…
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15 week abortion ban passed by Arizona House
Arizona Legislation made the decision to pass a bill which outlaws abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy during a debate and vote on Thursday…
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U.S. taking a turn on pandemic, CDC says ‘Covid deaths could drop by half’
Health officials say it appears like the United States is getting the upper hand on the Covid-19…
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Do you have a cold, the flu or Covid-19? Experts explain how to tell the difference
Do you have a sore throat, a runny nose and muscle aches? It could be a common cold, a case of the flu –…
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Officials discussing the potential for Covid to transition out of emergency phase
Officials are talking about the transition out of the emergency phase for Covid-19 as community levels and projected deaths are…
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California lawmakers vote to make abortions cheaper
The debate is heating up on the cusp of a potential U.S. Supreme court decision this summer–one that could overturn Roe V. Wade, the landmark 1973…
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