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‘How can we prevent the heart from breaking?’ White Earth reviews opioid overdose deaths

‘How can we prevent the heart from breaking?’ White Earth reviews opioid overdose deaths

In a search for solutions to its ongoing opioid crisis, White Earth tribal officials and outside researchers looked deep into the medical history and the personal lives of a handful of people who died as a result of opioid overdose on the White Earth Reservation. What they found are some deep seated risk factors driving opioid addiction, and a framework for efforts to prevent future deaths.
by Dan Gunderson

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Bill to raise tobacco age has unlikely allies: Altria, Juul

Bill to raise tobacco age has unlikely allies: Altria, Juul

Congress is moving ahead with legislation that would raise the age to buy tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21. The sales restriction has the support of two unlikely backers: Marlboro-cigarette maker Altria and e-cigarette maker Juul.
by The Associated Press

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What’s next for medical cannabis in Minnesota?

What’s next for medical cannabis in Minnesota?

Minnesota regulators unveiled plans to expand the state’s medical marijuana program. MPR News host Angela Davis examines who will have access to it and what it means for the future of medical marijuana in Minnesota.
by Jeffrey Bissoy and Angela Davis

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Vaping nicotine linked to increased risk of chronic lung disease

Vaping nicotine linked to increased risk of chronic lung disease

A new study suggests the use of e-cigarettes can increase smokers' and nonsmokers' risk of developing chronic lung disease, including conditions such as COPD, chronic bronchitis, emphysema or asthma.
by Allison Aubrey

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Holiday parties make you squirm? Here's how to conquer social anxiety

Holiday parties make you squirm? Here's how to conquer social anxiety

People with social anxiety disorder fear their "fatal flaws" will be exposed by a wayward comment or other social misstep. If holiday parties send you spiraling, try these tips.
by Juli Fraga

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