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Why it’s hard for the US to cut or even control Medicare spending
The number of Americans covered by Medicare is growing. OR Images/DigitalVision via Getty ImagesPresident Joe Biden’s 2024 proposed budget includes...
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Long COVID affects millions of people around the world. Maridav/ShutterstockMany people have persistent symptoms after recovering from COVID, a condition...
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Older adults with dementia but without close family: Who are they? And who cares for them?
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Depression too often gets deemed ‘hard to treat’ when medication falls short
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Pregnant during the pandemic: Long-term effects and the importance of social support
Results of a new study show the need for more, easily accessible mental health and social support services for pregnant...
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Health care workers are frazzled – and poor sleep may turn stress into poor mental health
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People with personality disorders are more likely to sign up for psychology studies – here’s why that’s a problem
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