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What is gender-affirming care? A social worker and therapist working with trans people explains
Although medical doctors may be the first point of contact for children exploring their gender identity, many other professions can...
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Buyouts can bring relief from medical debt, but they’re far from a cure
Medical debt can have devastating consequences. PhotoAlto/Odilon Dimier via Getty ImagesOne in 10 Americans carry medical debt, while 2 in...
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Leprosy cases are rising in the US – what is the ancient disease and why is it spreading now?
Leprosy can be caused by two different bacteria, one of which was only identified in 2008. Kateryna Kon/Science Photo Library...
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Detransition and gender fluidity: Deeper understanding can improve care and acceptance
The increasing visibility of gender transitioning and detransitioning has come with a helping of sensationalization and polarization. (Shutterstock)If you have...
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Salty foods are making people sick − in part by poisoning their microbiomes
Salt has taken over many diets worldwide -- some more than others. ATU Images/The Image Bank via Getty ImagesPeople have...
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Allergen warning: “Vegan” foods may contain milk and eggs
When buying pre-packaged foods, consumers with allergies rely on the declarations in the list of ingredients to identify safe foods....
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Paying people to exercise can be motivating, but the financial rewards don’t have to last forever to work
Digital solutions like fitness apps have the same stumbling blocks as other exercise programs: it's hard to form healthy habits....
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Vaccine-skeptical mothers say bad health care experiences made them distrust the medical system
Women's own negative medical experiences influence their vaccine decisions for their kids. AP Photo/Ted S. WarrenWhy would a mother reject...
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I’m a political scientist, and the Alabama Supreme Court’s IVF ruling turned me into a reproductive-rights refugee
Spencer and Gabby Goidel hadn't planned to become activists. Spencer and Gabby Goidel, CC BY-NDThe day before the Alabama Supreme...
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Opill, the first over-the-counter birth control pill, will be on shelves soon − here are some key things to know
Within weeks, for the first time in the U.S. consumers will be able to find a birth control pill on...
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