Health
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A tick-borne illness is making its rounds in new parts of America
Under the radar Babesiosis, spread through blacklegged or deer tick bites, is a growing risk
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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US overdose deaths plunged 27% last year
speed read Drug overdose still 'remains the leading cause of death for Americans aged 18-44,' said the CDC
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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Could medics' misgivings spell the end of the assisted dying bill?
Today's Big Question The Royal College of Psychiatrists has identified 'serious concerns' with the landmark bill – and MPs are taking notice
By Abby Wilson Published
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Brazil has a scorpion problem
Under The Radar Venomous arachnids are infesting country's fast-growing cities
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Trump seeks to cut drug prices via executive order
speed read The president's order tells pharmaceutical companies to lower prescription drug prices, but it will likely be thrown out by the courts
By Peter Weber, The Week US Published
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RFK Jr.: A new plan for sabotaging vaccines
Feature The Health Secretary announced changes to vaccine testing and asks Americans to 'do your own research'
By The Week US Published
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The genetic secrets of South Korea's female free-divers
Under The Radar Unique physiology of 'real-life mermaid' haenyeo women could help treat chronic diseases
By Chas Newkey-Burden, The Week UK Published
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Unraveling autism
Feature RFK Jr. has vowed to find the root cause of the 'autism epidemic' in months. Scientists have doubts.
By The Week US Published
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Casey Means: the controversial 'wellness influencer' nominated for surgeon general
In the Spotlight Means has drawn controversy for her closeness to RFK Jr.
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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The Y chromosome degrades over time and men's health is paying for it
Under the radar The chromosome loss is linked to cancer and Alzheimer's
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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5 tips for coping with air travel anxiety
The Week Recommends You can soothe your nervousness about flying before boarding the plane
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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A bacterial toxin could be contributing to the colorectal cancer rise in younger people
Under the radar Most exposure occurs in childhood
By Devika Rao, The Week US Published
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'Incarceration profoundly affects families and communities'
Instant Opinion Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Published
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RFK Jr.'s phase-out of artificial food dyes could face industry pushback
In the Spotlight Will companies comply without an outright ban?
By Theara Coleman, The Week US Published
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