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Health

Health
What is ‘real’ self-care?

What is ‘real’ self-care?

While the saying “treat yo’self” may come to mind when you think about self-care, experts argue it’s not about self-indulgence or access to an expensive splurge.
by Jessica Bari

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What we know about the health risks of ultra-processed foods

What we know about the health risks of ultra-processed foods

Sure, they're tasty, but packaged snacks and meals can be packed with sugar, salt and a list of unpronounceable ingredients. So what are they doing to your health? Scientists are trying to find out.
by Maria Godoy

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Therapy at school? In these Minneapolis high schools, students get care on their own terms

Therapy at school? In these Minneapolis high schools, students get care on their own terms

Minnesota is one of the nation’s leaders in offering “school-based clinics” where students can access mental, physical and sexual health care on campus for low or no cost.
by Grace Birnstengel

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How to take action on youth mental health

How to take action on youth mental health

We listen back to a conversation MPR News host Angela Davis had with two Minnesota professionals about how to recognize signs of mental health challenges — and what to do and say to help that young person in your life.
by Angela Davis, Danelle Cloutier and Samantha Matsumoto

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Rebates, cannabis and abortion safeguards: What lawmakers got done in the 2023 legislative session

Rebates, cannabis and abortion safeguards: What lawmakers got done in the 2023 legislative session

Holding the three levers of power at the Capitol under control, the Democrats called it a “transformational” legislative session. Here’s what they did.
by Dana Ferguson

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People with disabilities aren't often seen in stock photos. The CPSC is changing that

People with disabilities aren't often seen in stock photos. The CPSC is changing that

The Consumer Product Safety Commission took photos of people with disabilities using home safety devices like flashlights and smoke alarms — then put them in the public domain for anyone to use.
by Rachel Treisman

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