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Another booster? A vaccine for omicron? Here's what could be next for COVID vaccines

Another booster? A vaccine for omicron? Here's what could be next for COVID vaccines

Federal health officials are convening with outside advisers April 6 to talk about a vaccine plan, whether that's another booster in the fall, an omicron shot or one that targets more than one strain.
by Rob Stein

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U.S. House passes bill to decriminalize marijuana

U.S. House passes bill to decriminalize marijuana

Democrats said the federal prohibition on marijuana has had particularly devastating consequences for minority communities. Republicans mostly opposed the bill and called it a distraction from more pressing issues.
by The Associated Press

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House passes bill to cap insulin prices

House passes bill to cap insulin prices

The chamber voted on a bill that caps the price of insulin at $35 a month but fate for the legislation in the Senate is unclear.
by Barbara Sprunt

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Walz signs ALS research legislation

Walz signs ALS research legislation

Gov. Tim Walz signed a bill that funds new research for ALS and provides money for people caring for those who have the disease. The legislation was pushed by Sen. Dave Tomassoni who was diagnosed with ALS last year.
by Tim Pugmire

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Heart rhythm app helps doctors detect problems

Minneapolis based physician Dr. Kirsten Shaw created a new app to help medical students detect cardiac abnormalities. She says it’s something doctors really need.
by Cathy Wurzer and Simone Cazares

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Do I really need another booster? The answer depends on age, risk and timing

Do I really need another booster? The answer depends on age, risk and timing

Health officials argue the protection of the COVID vaccine booster wanes over time and say some people need a second booster. But other infectious disease experts say three shots are enough for now.
by Maria Godoy, Allison Aubrey and Jane Greenhalgh

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