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What happens to our eyesight as we age?

What happens to our eyesight as we age?

Among Americans who are 40 and older, about 24 million have cataracts, almost 3 million have glaucoma and 3 million suffer from low vision. An optometrist and an ophthalmologist talk about the conditions that impair vision and the surgeries, products and new technology that can help.
by Angela Davis and Karen Zamora

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FDA approves drugs faster than ever but relies on weaker evidence, researchers find

FDA approves drugs faster than ever but relies on weaker evidence, researchers find

Changes in the way the Food and Drug Administration reviews new medicines means that there are more cures and treatments on the market. But there's also less proof the drugs are safe and effective.
by Sydney Lupkin

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Audit: Controls fall short in Minnesota's medical cannabis program

Audit: Controls fall short in Minnesota's medical cannabis program

While tighter controls are needed, the Office of Legislative Auditor said it found no signs of fraud in the initial enrollment of patients in the state registry that makes people eligible to purchase medical cannabis from 16 dispensaries across Minnesota.
by Tim Nelson

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In rural Minnesota, a scarcity of beds for people in crisis

In rural Minnesota, a scarcity of beds for people in crisis

The shortage of mental health care in remote areas like International Falls means patients in need of inpatient psychiatric care are waiting days to be transferred to beds far from home. It’s a situation that’s challenging for patients, families and health care providers, one with no obvious solution.
by Alisa Roth

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Ready for your first marathon? Training can cut years off your cardiovascular age

Ready for your first marathon? Training can cut years off your cardiovascular age

More reasons to commit to a race: A new study found that novice runners who took on a marathon significantly improved their heart health, equivalent to a four-year reduction in vascular age. We've got tips to get you started.
by Allison Aubrey

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New law aims to help Americans without retirement plans. Will it work?

New law aims to help Americans without retirement plans. Will it work?

The Secure Act is intended to make it easier for small employers to offer retirement benefits. But some analysts say it doesn't go far enough because it's optional and doesn't apply to gig workers.
by Yuki Noguchi

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