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Despite some confusion around changing vaccine guidelines, the CDC still recommends an annual flu shot for everyone 6 months…
A consensus is emerging among scientists that certain foods are addictive for some people. But questions remain about which…
Homelessness is solvable through affordable and supportive housing. Hospitals should be part of the solution.
Seasonal allergies may seem like a minor, passing inconvenience. But pollen seasons can take a real toll on mental health.
Your DNA contains millions of genetic variants that interact with each other in ways that affect whether diseases such as…
Most states require childhood vaccinations for measles, mumps, tetanus, rubella, chickenpox and whooping cough.
Short-term renewals of policies such as the ACA subsidies set up repeated battles in Congress.
Controversies often arise over pharmacists refusing to dispense medication, from Plan B to unproven COVID-19 treatments.…
As the battle for health care plays out in Washington, the shutdown itself could also make it harder for Americans to get…
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If conversion therapy is deemed speech, then bans on it likely will fall.
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