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Appeals Court Upholds Abortion Pill Restrictions

Appeals Court Upholds Abortion Pill Restrictions

The new ruling will have no effect on access until the Supreme Court ultimately decides the case.

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Surgeons Improve Function of Kidneys Transplanted From Genetically Altered Pigs

Surgeons Improve Function of Kidneys Transplanted From Genetically Altered Pigs

In two experiments, researchers implanted the organs into brain-dead patients for extended periods, raising hopes for a new supply of donor organs.

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Fall Marathon Training Plan: How to Up the Miles and Find Your Pace

Fall Marathon Training Plan: How to Up the Miles and Find Your Pace

Now that your foundation is built, you should be challenging yourself with longer runs faster speeds.

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‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere. What Are They Doing to Us?

‘Forever Chemicals’ Are Everywhere. What Are They Doing to Us?

PFAS lurk in so much of what we eat, drink and use. Scientists are only beginning to understand how they’re impacting our health — and what to do about them.

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ADHD Medication Shortage Continues as the School Year Begins

ADHD Medication Shortage Continues as the School Year Begins

Parents and doctors say that drug shortages are leading to declines in learning and self-esteem.

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Addiction Treatment Eludes More Than Half of Americans in Need

Addiction Treatment Eludes More Than Half of Americans in Need

About 30 percent of Americans have been addicted to opioids or have a relative who has been, researchers also reported.

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Is Tanning Bad for You? How UV Rays Affect Your Skin

Is Tanning Bad for You? How UV Rays Affect Your Skin

Ultraviolet rays from the sun can age your skin, or worse, if you are not careful.

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Why is Fiber Good For You? And How to Eat More of It

Why is Fiber Good For You? And How to Eat More of It

Here’s why that’s a problem, and how to fix it.

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U.S. Suicide Deaths Rose in 2022, C.D.C. Estimates Say

U.S. Suicide Deaths Rose in 2022, C.D.C. Estimates Say

Provisional data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that deaths by suicide were up last year — but not for all groups.

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What to Know About ‘Eris,’ the New Dominant Covid Variant

What to Know About ‘Eris,’ the New Dominant Covid Variant

EG.5 is spreading quickly, but experts say it’s no more dangerous than previous versions.

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How to Manage Mismatched Sex Drive in a Relationship

How to Manage Mismatched Sex Drive in a Relationship

Libido differences are a common part of relationships, sex therapists say. Here’s how to manage.

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Stressed About Your Step Count? Even 4,000 Can Have Big Health Benefits.

Stressed About Your Step Count? Even 4,000 Can Have Big Health Benefits.

But the more you walk, the better off you’ll be.

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Should You Get Another Covid Booster Now, or Wait Until the Fall?

Should You Get Another Covid Booster Now, or Wait Until the Fall?

A new formulation is coming this fall, and there are two main reasons to wait for it.

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For a Better Workout, Think Like a Kid

For a Better Workout, Think Like a Kid

If you want to move more, look to your childhood and let things get silly.

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A Closer Look at Castor Oil

A Closer Look at Castor Oil

Social media proponents claim it can improve vision, reduce wrinkles, boost hair growth and more. But can it really do all that?

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Vape-Related Exposures Among Children Are Increasing

Vape-Related Exposures Among Children Are Increasing

Here’s how to keep kids safe from potentially toxic e-liquid nicotine.

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Is There a Covid Surge This Summer? What Experts Say About Staying Safe

Is There a Covid Surge This Summer? What Experts Say About Staying Safe

Many people don’t want to think about the virus, but an increase in cases means it’s time for a refresher on how to protect yourself and others.

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Why Do I Get Constipated When I Travel?

Why Do I Get Constipated When I Travel?

Our bowels don’t love vacation as much as we do. But there are ways to keep a blockage from slowing down your trip.

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5 Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023

5 Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023

A look back at pills, products and practices that popped up in the first half of this year.

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3 Factors Keeping Americans From Wegovy and Other Weight-Loss Drugs

3 Factors Keeping Americans From Wegovy and Other Weight-Loss Drugs

A survey showed that many Americans were interested in obesity treatments like Wegovy but lost interest when confronted with the price and other factors.

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Are Two-Day Hangovers Real? The Biology Behind the Misery

Are Two-Day Hangovers Real? The Biology Behind the Misery

Researchers are still untangling what leads to multiple days of misery, and why some people are more susceptible.

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Amid Signs of a Covid Uptick, Researchers Brace for the ‘New Normal’

Amid Signs of a Covid Uptick, Researchers Brace for the ‘New Normal’

Infections remain very low, despite signs of a slight increase. Now, experts are looking for clues to what living with the coronavirus will be like this winter and beyond.

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Open Water Swimming: What to Know About the Aquatic Workout

Open Water Swimming: What to Know About the Aquatic Workout

Swimming in a lake or the ocean is an exhilarating alternative to your usual pool routine. Here’s how to get started.

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How Menopause Affects Your Hair and Scalp

How Menopause Affects Your Hair and Scalp

Shifting hormones can make hair go haywire. Experts say there are ways to manage it.

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