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Adam Johnson's 'freak' hockey death sparks debate over neck protection

Adam Johnson's 'freak' hockey death sparks debate over neck protection

Adam Johnson, the 29-year-old hockey player who died nine days ago when his neck was cut by a skate blade, is being remembered Monday at a celebration of life in Hibbing, Minn. Johnson's death has sparked debate over whether neck laceration protectors should be required equipment, especially for young players.
by Dan Kraker

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Tyson recalls 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after metal pieces were found inside

Tyson recalls 30,000 pounds of chicken nuggets after metal pieces were found inside

Some of the brand's fully cooked and breaded chicken Fun Nuggets may be contaminated, the U.S. Agriculture Department said. One minor injury has been linked to consumption of the product.
by Emma Bowman

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Winter is coming. Here's how to spot — and treat — signs of seasonal depression

Winter is coming. Here's how to spot — and treat — signs of seasonal depression

Many Americans experience some kind of winter blues. But in some cases, symptoms can rise to the level of clinical depression. Here's what to know about SAD and the natural therapy that can help.
by Rachel Treisman

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Rollout of all-terrain trackchairs broadens access to state parks

Rollout of all-terrain trackchairs broadens access to state parks

If you use a wheelchair it can be a challenge to get out into the woods. But that is changing. The Minnesota DNR introduced five all-terrain trackchairs in some state parks last summer. Now 13 state parks offer the caterpillar-tracked chairs, allowing guests to range much further.
by Hannah Yang

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Addressing rising alcohol use among women

Addressing rising alcohol use among women

Alcohol use and misuse among women has been on the rise for years and it’s affecting their health faster than men. In this rebroadcast, MPR News host Angela Davis talks with two experts about alcohol use among women.
by Angela Davis

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The American Cancer Society says more people should get screened for lung cancer

The American Cancer Society says more people should get screened for lung cancer

New guidelines say more current and former smokers should get screened on a yearly basis. New treatments for lung cancer make early detection of the lethal disease more important.
by Yuki Noguchi and Diane Webber

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A 'tropical disease' carried by sand flies is confirmed in a new country: the U.S.

A 'tropical disease' carried by sand flies is confirmed in a new country: the U.S.

Leishmaniasis, a disease spread by a parasite carried by sand flies, is generally considered a tropical disease. Now, thanks to climate change, new research finds it's endemic to the United States.
by Max Barnhart

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