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FDA approves the first over-the-counter version of Narcan

Drug overdoses are the leading cause of accidental deaths in the U.S., with a majority involving opioids.
A Narcan nasal overdose kit.
A Narcan nasal overdose kit.

Allergy season becoming longer and stronger due to climate change

New government research shows that higher counts of pollen are starting earlier and lasting longer, making allergy season a lot worse. NBC News’ Anne Thompson has more details on how climate change is fueling this issue.
Allergy season becoming longer and stronger due to climate change
Allergy season becoming longer and stronger due to climate change

FDA advisers to meet on over-the-counter birth control pills

If approved, Opill would be the first daily birth control pill available over the counter in the U.S.
A one-month dosage of hormonal birth control pills.
A one-month dosage of hormonal birth control pills.

Losing weight is good for the heart, even if you regain some of it

The health benefits of weight loss persisted even when people gained some of their weight back.
Women training on treadmills
Women training on treadmills

Drug combo may extend the lives of women with advanced endometrial cancer

Two new studies find that adding immunotherapy to standard chemotherapy lengthens the time before tumors return.

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U.S. and Mexico near deal to crack down on fentanyl crossing the border

The tentative agreement is the result of months of tense discussions between top Biden administration officials and the Mexican government, said sources.
Tijuana Story
Tijuana Story

Senate Democrats ask military to protect abortion access for service members

In a letter, 36 Democrats and two independents expressed support for the Pentagon's policy of providing paid leave and travel expenses for service members getting abortions.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Israel on March 9, 2023.
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in Israel on March 9, 2023.

High rates of eczema could be caused by the air that we breathe, new research suggests

Rates of the itchy, inflammatory skin condition have been on the rise since the 1970s. NIH researchers found specific chemicals prevalent in eczema "hot spots."
A car exhaust emits fumes.
A car exhaust emits fumes.

Why are some ADHD patients drug-tested while others are not?

With no official guidance, some patients with ADHD are drug tested frequently to confirm they are using their prescription properly; others, never at all.
A.C. Shilton, a journalist and farmer in Tennessee, is driving more than an hour away to receive ADHD medication from a new doctor after becoming frustrated with her previous provider's drug testing policies.
A.C. Shilton, a journalist and farmer in Tennessee, is driving more than an hour away to receive ADHD medication from a new doctor after becoming frustrated with her previous provider's drug testing policies.
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Autism is now more common in Black and Latino children than white in the U.S.

Experts attributed the change to improved screening and autism services for all kids, and to increased awareness and advocacy for Black and Hispanic families.
Black child holding parent's hand.
Black child holding parent's hand.
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These ketamine clinics were a lifeline for military veterans, until they all abruptly closed

"I cried for days," said a U.S. Navy veteran, who relied on the free treatment he received at the Ketamine Wellness Centers.
Photo collage of Ketamine, IV drips, a KWC clinic, and a photo of Travis Zubick.
Photo collage of Ketamine, IV drips, a KWC clinic, and a photo of Travis Zubick.

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