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  • Justice Department move on health law has risks for GOP

    GOP risks political fallout from Justice Department's move on health law protections for pre-existing conditions

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  • Trump signals support for states deciding if pot is legal

    President Donald Trump has signaled support for legislation that would shift decisions on legalizing marijuana to states, putting him in conflict with...

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  • Homelessness, welfare get boost in California budget deal

    Gov. Jerry Brown and Democratic legislative leaders have agreed to boost money for homelessness and welfare grants as part of a $139 billion budget...

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  • GOP risks fallout from Justice Department move on health law

    GOP risks political fallout from Justice Department's move on health law protections for pre-existing conditions

    Jun 8

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  • Judge asked to again halt Arkansas abortion pills law

    A federal judge is considering a request to again block an Arkansas law that critics say effectively bans abortion pills

    Jun 8

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  • US pulls 2 more from Cuba amid new potential health cases

    The United States is testing two more workers from its embassy in Cuba amid concerns that they may have been affected by mysterious health incidents...

    Jun 8

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  • Flu season was one of the deadliest for children

    Flu killed more children in the past year that during any regular flu season in recent history, officials say

    Jun 8

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  • What is suicide contagion?

    Celebrity chef Anthony Bourdain killed himself in the same week as Kate Spade.

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  • Man's death in state facility spurs call for 911 legislation

    The parents of a man who died at a state-run facility for the disabled are calling on lawmakers to pass legislation requiring such facilities to call...

    Jun 8

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  • AP sources: US tests 2 more people evacuated from embassy in Cuba in what may be new cases of mysterious health issues

    AP sources: US tests 2 more people evacuated from embassy in Cuba in what may be new cases of mysterious health issues

    Jun 8

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  • NJ legislation would legalize marijuana, expand medical pot

    Recreational marijuana would be legalized and the medical cannabis program would be expanded under new legislation unveiled Friday in New Jersey

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  • Romania: measles outbreak sees 200 new cases per week

    Doctors say the surge in the disease is fueled by low rates of vaccination.

    Jun 8

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  • Congo says new confirmed Ebola case; outbreak marks 1 month

    'Strong progress' in calming Congo's Ebola outbreak but remote villages pose challenge

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  • Anthony Bourdain's death heightens focus on suicide

    The celebrity chef, longtime television personality and storyteller was 61.

    Jun 8

• Jun 8

  • How probiotics and protein powders can help your skin

    Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe discusses how what you put in your body is just as important for your skin as what you put on your face.

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  • "Dancing Doctor" accused of malpractice, license suspended

    A doctor in suburban Atlanta accused of malpractice and shown in online videos dancing as she operated, has had her license suspended by the state...

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  • US Embassy in China sends new alert for mystery health issue

    The U.S. Embassy in China has sent the second alert in two weeks to its citizens over unexplained health issues that have prompted the evacuations of...

    Jun 8

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  • E-cigarette sellers turn to scholarships to promote brands

    Sellers of e-cigarettes, vaporizers turn to college scholarships to promote their brands

    Jun 8

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  • Trump administration says it won't defend key parts of Affordable Care Act

    Jun 7

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  • Pippa Middleton reveals she's pregnant

    Pippa Middleton is following in her sister's path to motherhood

    Jun 7

• Jun 7

  • Lawsuit: Washington jail must provide addiction treatment

    In a novel case with national implications, the Washington state chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union is suing a county jail to force it to...

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  • Arkansas court hears case over medical marijuana permits

    An attorney for a company that unsuccessfully applied for a license to grow medical marijuana in Arkansas is calling the state's process for...

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  • Iowa judge rules transgender women deserve surgery coverage

    An Iowa judge has found that Iowa cannot deny two transgender women Medicaid coverage for sex reassignment surgery declaring the state's policy...

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  • Sobering report teases out factors leading to suicides

    New U.S. report finds suicide rates increased in nearly every state from 1999 through 2016

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  • Medicaid work requirement bill sent to Michigan governor

    Legislation that would require able-bodied adults in Michigan's Medicaid expansion program to meet work or job-related requirements is going to Gov....

    Jun 7

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  • Blood test could give more exact baby due dates

    The current standard for finding due dates is ultrasound plus missed periods.

    Jun 7

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  • Kate Spade's death shows how depression can be so hidden

    Spade is survived by her husband, Andy Spade, and their 13-year-old daughter.

    Jun 7

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  • Superbug infections rising among injection drug users

    One type of superbug bacteria is increasingly spreading among people who inject drugs

    Jun 7

• Jun 7

  • Study says vaping by kids isn't up, but some are skeptical

    A new government survey found vaping rates are steady or declining among school kids, but some are skeptical, saying Juul use may be under-counted

    Jun 7

• Jun 7

  • US screens more staff in China over mystery health issues

    A U.S. medical team was screening more Americans who work at the consulate in southern China as the State Department confirmed evacuating a number of...

    Jun 7

• Jun 6

  • Revised Medicaid work requirement bill moves in Michigan

    A revised Medicaid work requirement bill is advancing in Michigan's Legislature

    Jun 6

• Jun 6

  • Water alert re-issued for Oregon capital area

    Salem, Oregon, officials have re-issued a limited no-drink advisory for the municipal water supply, citing increased toxin levels linked to an algae...

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  • What to know about dog flu

    The canine flu is not the same virus as human influenza strains.

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  • Infant formula could change gut bacteria, contribute to childhood obesity: Study

    The study looked at infants who were exclusively breastfed and formula fed.

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  • Trump signs bill to expand private care at troubled VA

    President Donald Trump has signed a bill into law that will give veterans more freedom to see doctors outside the troubled Veterans Affairs system

    Jun 6

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  • Kate Spade's tragic death shines a light on suicide: Signs and resources

    Spade, 55, was found dead inside her New York City apartment.

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• Jun 6

  • Non-drinkers, heavy drinkers miss more work: Study

    The European study of more than 47,500 looked at missed work days and drinking.

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  • How collagen and adaptogens can help your skin

    Dermatologist Dr. Whitney Bowe breaks down what to know about the wellness trend of consuming collagen and adaptogens.

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• Jun 6

  • What to know about post-traumatic stress disorder

    PTSD can affect people who experienced a traumatic event in any way.

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  • Trustees report warns Medicare finances worsening

    Trustees report warns that Social Security and Medicare's financial problems can't be ignored forever

    Jun 6

• Jun 6

  • Non-drinkers as likely as heavy drinkers to miss more days of work, study says

    The European study of more than 47,500 looked at missed work days and drinking.

    Jun 6

• Jun 5

  • Man says CVS worker told his wife about Viagra prescription

    A Long Island, New York, man alleges in a lawsuit that a CVS pharmacy worker told his wife about his prescription for erectile dysfunction medication...

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• Jun 5

  • Transgender librarian files suit over Alaska health policy

    A transgender woman is suing the state of Alaska, saying she has been denied coverage for medically necessary surgical treatment

    Jun 5

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  • The Latest: Alaska agency to review discrimination lawsuit

    A spokeswoman for the Alaska Department of Law says the department will review and respond accordingly to a discrimination complaint filed by a...

    Jun 5

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  • What is PTSD?

    PTSD symptoms occur after a traumatic event but may not appear for months or years later.

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  • Detroit-area couple in court over control of frozen embryos

    A Detroit-area woman seeking custody of as many as 10 frozen embryos is asking a judge to appoint a guardian over them while she clashes with her...

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  • UK says it won't impose abortion reform on Northern Ireland

    The British government is under mounting pressure to ease Northern Ireland's restrictive abortion laws, but a Cabinet minister says it would be wrong...

    Jun 5

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  • How Apple plans to help you spend less time on your phone

    The new features are part of Apple's iOS 12 software update.

    Jun 5