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Racial bias in health care software aids whites over blacks

Racial bias in health care software aids whites over blacks

A widely used software program that helps guide care for millions of patients is flawed by unintentional racial bias that leads to blacks getting passed over for special care, according to a new study.
by The Associated Press

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St. Paul to host first Somali health summit to address disparities

Somali Americans face challenges and barriers in preventative care and medical treatment. The Somali Health Summit aims to bring together key groups to address concerns.
by Riham Feshir

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Teen vapers who want to quit look for help via text

Teen vapers who want to quit look for help via text

Starting to vape is easy, but quitting a nicotine habit can be tough, teens are finding. Some vaping cessation programs have begun to reach out to teens where they live — on their phones.
by John Daley

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AG Ellison weighing whether to sign onto proposed national settlement with opioid manufacturers, distributors

AG Ellison weighing whether to sign onto proposed national settlement with opioid manufacturers, distributors

The deal was negotiated in Ohio court, and could include 46 states, and thousands of counties and cities across the country. Ellison says his office is moving quickly towards a decision, which he says should be announced in the next couple weeks.
by Jon Collins

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Doctors offer new treatments to prevent migraines

A new class of drugs and a new program at M Health Fairview are available to those who suffer from migraines.
by Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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Walz hears from students on vaping

Walz hears from students on vaping

Gov. Tim Walz went to Hopkins High School on Tuesday to talk with students about the dangers of vaping. He hopes their perspective can help as he considers offering up anti-vaping legislation in the 2020 legislative session.
by Tim Pugmire

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The placebo effect works and you can catch it from your doctor

The placebo effect works and you can catch it from your doctor

Doctor-patient interactions can make a big difference to the effectiveness of treatments. In a new study, even a fake pain treatment helped when doctors believed it was real.
by Emily Vaughn

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Veterinarians are dying of suicide at high rates, and the U is addressing it

Veterinarians are dying of suicide at high rates, and the U is addressing it

Female vets are more than three times as likely to die of suicide than the general population, and male vets are twice as likely. The industry is trying to address it.
by Alisa Roth

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