Category: Public Health

Emergency physicians recommend policy changes to combat coronavirus outbreak

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National Guard to create 1-mile containment area in New York to stop biggest US cluster of coronavirus

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Spread of COVID-19 could last into 2021; threat of pandemic ‘very real’

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Heart Association Puts Halt To Bayer’s Giant Displays Of Baby Aspirin

After Kaiser Health News’ questions, the association tells the aspirin maker to take down display bins at Walmart pharmacies that gave a false impression that the over-the-counter drug is recommended for everyone to prevent heart attacks.

Dental Shock: Six Pulled Teeth And One Unexpected Bill

One woman’s experience with the high cost of dental care and confusing Medicare coverage offers a teachable moment for other consumers. Her small church took up a collection, but the surprise bill — four times what she expected to pay — was sent to collections.

As Youth Suicides Climb, Anguished Parents Begin To Speak Out

The suicide rate for children ages 10 to 14 almost tripled in a decade and is still rising. As parents grapple with loss, some turn to activism.

Most patients with vaping illness used products with THC, study finds

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False info on coronavirus thriving on social media

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3 factors that may boost COVID-19 patients’ death risk

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Healthcare workers exposed to coronavirus get new CDC guidelines

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