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Suicide prevention groups push for temporary fencing to become permanent on U of M bridge

Suicide prevention groups push for temporary fencing to become permanent on U of M bridge

Suicide prevention advocacy groups say recently erected temporary fencing will save lives, but are pushing for permanent measures to prevent possible deaths by suicide.  
by Chandra Colvin

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At Supreme Court, vaping may be frowned upon, but that could change with Trump

At Supreme Court, vaping may be frowned upon, but that could change with Trump

The focal point of the case is 2009 law enacted by Congress that gives the Food and Drug Administration a mandate to curb the availability of nicotine products for minors.
by Nina Totenberg

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Dizzy after one drink? Social drinkers on obesity drugs lose the taste for alcohol

Dizzy after one drink? Social drinkers on obesity drugs lose the taste for alcohol

A new study finds people who take weight-loss drugs also cut back on alcohol consumption. Researchers think the drugs could be a promising new treatment for addiction.
by Allison Aubrey

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Health records of hundreds of veterans served by Minneapolis VA exposed in cyberattack

Health records of hundreds of veterans served by Minneapolis VA exposed in cyberattack

The federal Veterans Health Administration says hackers may have obtained personal information and health records of more than 600 veterans who use the Minneapolis VA Health System.
by MPR News Staff

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Dementia research and support to continue in Minnesota after Congress passes legislation

Dementia research and support to continue in Minnesota after Congress passes legislation

U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar spoke at a senior living facility in Minneapolis about legislation that was passed last week reauthorizing a 2018 act that provides research, education and support for those facing Alzheimer’s and dementia and their caregivers. 
by Anika Besst

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Sniffles? Cough? Just a little cold? How to keep yourself and others healthy this holiday

Sniffles? Cough? Just a little cold? How to keep yourself and others healthy this holiday

While it’s too late to get the benefits from a vaccine for Thanksgiving, there is ample time for them to work ahead of other holidays, like Christmas and New Year’s Eve. For now, the basics of washing your hands and covering coughs and sneezes are a good start.
by Phil Picardi and Gracie Stockton

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