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Courts order delay of Trump administration's health care 'conscience rights' rule

Courts order delay of Trump administration's health care 'conscience rights' rule

The rule was intended to protect health care workers who refuse to assist in procedures like abortion because of religious or moral beliefs. Plaintiffs argue the rule could put patient safety at risk.
by Selena Simmons-Duffin

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Minnesota sees a 2 percent decline in abortions in 2018

The overall number of abortions performed in Minnesota declined by 2 percent in 2018, despite an increase in the number of out-of-state women who traveled to Minnesota for the procedure, according to statistics released Monday by the state Department of Health.
by Associated Press

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The science of smiles, real and fake

The science of smiles, real and fake

According to the facial feedback hypothesis, the simple act of putting a smile on your face can boost your mood. But recent research shows pasting on a grin can have mixed results.
by Maanvi Singh

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NYPD detective who testified for more 9/11 compensation dies after battling cancer

NYPD detective who testified for more 9/11 compensation dies after battling cancer

Earlier this month, Luis Alvarez, 53, sat alongside former Daily Show host Jon Stewart and delivered wrenching testimony in support of new funding for the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund.
by Bobby Allyn

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Augsburg offers Argosy psychology students a lifeline

Augsburg offers Argosy psychology students a lifeline

Argosy University psychology students were searching for ways to complete their degrees after the for-profit school abruptly shut down. Now Augsburg University is trying to launch a new doctorate in psychology for them, and possibly others down the road.
by Alisa Roth

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Two students convince lawmakers to create prescription drug repository

Two students convince lawmakers to create prescription drug repository

As an effort to slow the rising cost of prescription drugs, two University of Minnesota students convinced legislators last session to create a program to donate unused medication to people who can't afford it.
by Briana Bierschbach

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