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Advocacy group says court battle over psilocybin-assisted therapy is a turning point

Advocacy group says court battle over psilocybin-assisted therapy is a turning point

OTTAWA — A non-profit group that advocates for access to therapy using psychedelic drugs has won a legal battle in a years-long fight with Health Canada — one the organization believes is far from over.
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As US abruptly ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies

As US abruptly ends support, Liberia faces empty health clinics and unplanned pregnancies

SARWORLOR, Liberia (AP) — Five months ago, Roseline Phay, a 32-year-old farmer from the West African nation of Liberia , set off on a quest to find contraceptives. Phay and her partner have two daughters, and they barely make ends meet.
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Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy change

Doctors and public health organizations sue Kennedy over vaccine policy change

NEW YORK (AP) — A coalition of doctors' groups and public health organizations sued the U.S. government on Monday over the decision to stop recommending COVID-19 vaccinations for most children and pregnant women.
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RFK Jr. promoted a food company he says will make Americans healthy. Their meals are ultraprocessed

RFK Jr. promoted a food company he says will make Americans healthy. Their meals are ultraprocessed

WASHINGTON (AP) — Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr . on Monday praised a company that makes $7-a-pop meals that are delivered directly to the homes of Medicaid and Medicare enrollees.
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Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon asked to explain comments on 1998 sex assault

Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon asked to explain comments on 1998 sex assault

MONTRÉAL — Just for Laughs founder Gilbert Rozon was asked to explain his public comments from 2011 about a sexual assault as he pursued his testimony in a high-profile civil trial in Montreal.
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Alberta ER doc challenges premier to come on shift, see patients wait in hallways

Alberta ER doc challenges premier to come on shift, see patients wait in hallways

EDMONTON — The head of emergency medicine for Alberta's doctors association is challenging Premier Danielle Smith to join him on shift to see the frustration of patients jammed for hours in hallways and the moral injury of doctors looking into the ey
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American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds

American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds

The health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to have obesity , chronic diseases and mental health problems like depression, a new study says.
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Wegovy and Zepbound prices fall, but access to the obesity drugs still isn’t guaranteed

Wegovy and Zepbound prices fall, but access to the obesity drugs still isn’t guaranteed

Prices are falling for the popular obesity treatments Wegovy and Zepbound, but steady access to the drugs remains challenging. The medications still amount to around $500 per month for those without insurance — out of reach for many patients.
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Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options

Which strength training method is best for you? Experts break down the options

When it comes to weight-resistance exercise, you can choose free weights such as dumbbells or barbells. Or weight machines, which are often driven by cables or levers. You can use resistance bands or tubes to build strength.
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Canada's environment ministers endorse updated air quality standards

Canada's environment ministers endorse updated air quality standards

YELLOWKNIFE — Canada's environment ministers have endorsed stronger air quality standards for fine particulate matter, while acknowledging the struggles caused by wildfires that can blanket the country in smoke advisories.
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