Associated Press
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The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals had sided with employers who argued they can’t be forced to provide full coverage for things like medication to prevent HIV and some cancer screenings.
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More than 4.6 million Floridians have registered for coverage. However, tax credits that made the program more affordable for millions will expire at the end of this year, unless Congress passes a new law.
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Alcohol breaks down in the body into a substance called acetaldehyde, which can damage cells and stop them from repairing themselves. That creates conditions for cancer to grow.
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The most recent CDC hospitalization data and other indicators show that the flu virus is trending higher than the other germs. Several seasonal strains are driving cases.
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Outbreaks are often seen on cruise ships, in living situations like nursing homes and jails, along with other places where people are close together.
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Those surveyed say the assassin has “a great deal” or “a moderate amount” of responsibility for the Dec. 4 shooting of Brian Thompson. Still, some see the suspect as a heroic figure.
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The most popular nasal decongestant on U.S. pharmacy shelves may not be there much longer. The FDA recently announced plans to phase out phenylephrine.
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A CDC report showed a decline in death rates in 2023 for almost all of the leading causes, meaning life expectancy was 78.5 years last year overall. It's higher for women than men.
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About 67% of 12th-graders said they hadn’t used alcohol, marijuana, cigarettes or e-cigarettes in the previous 30 days. That’s the largest percentage seen in an annual national survey.
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Sobriety is having a moment, says Jessica Jeboult, founder of the website A Sober Girl’s Guide. Want to join the trend? Let's hear from sober coaches, sober bar managers and happily sober people.