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Is it Alzheimer's or another dementia? The right answer matters

Is it Alzheimer's or another dementia? The right answer matters

Many older people diagnosed with Alzheimer's actually have dementia caused by something else. Without the right diagnosis, these people are less likely to get the best care.
by Jon Hamilton

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Misophonia: When life's noises drive you mad

Misophonia: When life's noises drive you mad

Some people experience intense rage or fear when they hear the sound of people chewing, spitting, or throat-clearing. Turns out they may have a rare condition known as misophonia.
by April Fulton

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From historic lows to historic highs: Minnesota's youth using nicotine again

Just when "a smoke-free generation was within reach," young adults are turning to vaping and e-cigarettes in record numbers, says Laura Oliven, manager of the Tobacco Control Program at the Minnesota Department of Health.
by Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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Are eggs good or bad for you? New research rekindles debate

Are eggs good or bad for you? New research rekindles debate

The study showed the more eggs, the greater the risk. The chances of dying early were also elevated. The researchers say the culprit is cholesterol, found in egg yolks and other foods, including shellfish, dairy products and red meat.
by Associated Press

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Minnesota House votes to expand state's indoor vaping ban

Minnesota House votes to expand state's indoor vaping ban

The bill would restrict the use of e-cigarettes wherever tobacco smoking is currently banned under the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act, which covers most public buildings and workplaces.
by Associated Press

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Advocates pushing mental health parity, funding bills at Capitol

Mental health advocates in Minnesota are pushing a range of bills in the Legislature this year, including eliminating the use of solitary confinement in prison and making sure insurers cover mental health care and physical health care equally.
by Alisa Roth

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Butterball recalls ground turkey after 4 salmonella cases

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services said Thursday the four patients have the same strain of salmonella and are linked to the Butterball ground turkey products being recalled.
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