Health

July 17, 2019 6:40 AM

Researchers search for reasons why women's Alzheimer's risk is higher than men's

Scientists are gaining insights into why Alzheimer's is more common in women. The answer involves genetics, hormones and sex-related brain differences.

by Jon Hamilton

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July 16, 2019 4:51 PM

Planned Parenthood to defy Trump abortion referral rule

"We are not going to comply with a regulation that would require health care providers to not give full information to their patients," Jacqueline Ayers, the group's top lobbyist, said in an interview Tuesday.

by Associated Press

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July 16, 2019 6:31 AM

EPA asked to reconsider use of dangerous chemical

The Duluth City Council is asking the Environmental Protection Agency to reconsider whether petroleum refineries should be allowed to continue their use of a dangerous and potentially deadly chemical.

by The Associated Press

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July 16, 2019 4:00 AM

Records show Medicare Advantage plans overbill taxpayers by billions annually

The federal government wants to deploy several new tools for catching insurers that have overcharged Medicare $30 billion in last three years alone. But the insurance industry is balking.

by Fred Schulte and Lauren Weber

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July 15, 2019 2:51 PM

How spending more time in nature can benefit your health

What are the real benefits of spending time in nature? Two medical experts explain why more doctors are prescribing nature to patients and the health benefits that come with being outside.

by Dan Kraker and Karen Zamora

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July 15, 2019 2:36 PM

Minnesota hospitals want Blue Cross probed over claim denials

The state's hospital association called on the Minnesota attorney general and two state agencies to review what it describes as the insurer's refusal to pay for "medically necessary services."

by MPR News Staff

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July 15, 2019 1:04 PM

A Beautiful World: 'Our Symphony with Animals'

"When we save animals, we save ourselves" according to Dr. Aysha Antar and her new book 'Our Symphony With Animals: On Health, Empathy, and Our Shared Destinies.'

by Heather McElhatton

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July 14, 2019 5:30 PM

Caregiving for a loved one? How to get the help you need

Your friends want to help you out when there's a family health crisis. But it can be overwhelming to manage the offers of support. Here's advice to help friends help you.

by John Henning Schumann

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July 14, 2019 2:55 PM

Science might explain weird, emotional behavior on airplanes

The reason some passengers weep uncontrollably or order strange beverages in the sky might be related to high levels of noise and low air pressure in the cabin.

by Josh Axelrod