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'Suicide by cop' is in the eye of the beholder

'Suicide by cop' is in the eye of the beholder

"Suicide by cop” is a common conclusion in fatal police shootings. But there’s a lack of criteria for that determination. So, the question of whether someone died because of a suicidal provocation of police or a cop overreacting is up for grabs.
by Alisa Roth

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Debate over medically assisted suicide returns to State Capitol

Debate over medically assisted suicide returns to State Capitol

A Minnesota House committee takes up legislation legalizing medically assisted suicide under certain conditions.
by Peter Cox

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Health officials caution against all vape products as investigation into lung illnesses continues

Health officials caution against all vape products as investigation into lung illnesses continues

Many of the cases appear to be linked to illicit THC products, but medical officials say people should avoid all vaping products until investigations are complete.
by Tom Crann and Dr. Jon Hallberg

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Mayo Clinic lands data partnership with Google

Mayo Clinic lands data partnership with Google

Mayo Clinic is joining with Google on a partnership to use artificial intelligence to improve care of rare and complex diseases. The project pairs Mayo’s medical expertise and massive collection of patient histories with Google’s ability to organize and make use of vast amounts of data.
by Catharine Richert

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Summer rains drive rare fungal disease in northern Minnesota

More than 45 people and 150 animals have been diagnosed this year with blastomycosis, a 30 percent increase over last year. Officials say it largely due to a summer of heavy rains.
by John Enger

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Federal watchdog warns EPA is failing to enforce lead paint abatement rules

Federal watchdog warns EPA is failing to enforce lead paint abatement rules

Home renovations can kick up dangerous dust from lead-based paint. A new report finds the Environmental Protection Agency is not adequately enforcing rules meant to protect kids from lead exposure.
by Rebecca Hersher

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Positive childhood experiences may buffer against health effects of adverse ones

Positive childhood experiences may buffer against health effects of adverse ones

Researchers asked adults to reflect back on their happy childhood memories. They found those who recalled more were less likely to have depression in adulthood and had more supportive relationships.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Let’s bring menopause out of the shadows

Let’s bring menopause out of the shadows

Millions of women struggle with the symptoms of menopause – hot flashes, weight gain, sleep disturbance – but rarely talk about it publicly. Angela Davis sat down for a conversation about what happens to a woman’s body in the years around menopause, and what women can do about it.
by Julie Siple and Angela Davis

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