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We gossip about 52 minutes a day. That may not be as toxic as it sounds

We gossip about 52 minutes a day. That may not be as toxic as it sounds

Gossip has a bad rap. Sure, it can be catty and mean, but research is turning up ways it helps groups build cohesion -- and can nudge some individuals to make positive changes in their lives.
by Allison Aubrey

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More 'heartbeat' abortion bans advancing in South, Midwest

More 'heartbeat' abortion bans advancing in South, Midwest

State governments are on a course to virtually eliminate abortion access in large chunks of the Deep South and Midwest. Their hope is that a more conservative U.S. Supreme Court will approve, spelling the end of the constitutional right to abortion
by Associated Press

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Why racial gaps in maternal mortality persist

Why racial gaps in maternal mortality persist

Black and Native American women die of pregnancy-related causes at a higher rate than white women. Researchers say the gaps are driven by unequal access to health care and the experience of racism.
by Patti Neighmond

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In St. Cloud, a new approach to dealing with mental health crises -- in jail and out

In St. Cloud, a new approach to dealing with mental health crises -- in jail and out

CentraCare Health provides treatment and medication to inmates in Stearns and Benton county jails. Patients can continue being treated at a community clinic after they're released. A little over a year old, it's already showing promise in reducing costly jail and ER visits.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Lawmakers look for ways to reduce prescription drug prices

Lawmakers look for ways to reduce prescription drug prices

A slew of proposals to deal with rising drug prices -- from anti-price gouging to new regulations for drug companies -- have been introduced this year at the Minnesota State Capitol. Some are moving and some are not.
by Briana Bierschbach

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