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Lapse in federal funding imperils children's health coverage

Lapse in federal funding imperils children's health coverage

Ten states will start to run out of money for the Children's Health Insurance Program by the end of the year, including Minnesota. Most states will be out of CHIP cash by the summer of 2018, if Congress doesn't act.
by Phil Galewitz

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On using meditation to open doors in our everyday lives

In his new book "Why Buddhism is True," Robert Wright, a visiting professor of science and religion at Union Theological Seminary, explores the relationship between science and meditation, and why meditating can help us see the world more clearly.
by Kerri Miller and Julia Franz

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Minnesota individual health plan rates stabilize for 2018

After two years of steep increases, many Minnesotans who buy health coverage outside of their employers will see either relatively small rate increases or rate cuts next year thanks to a state-backed financial safety net for insurers, officials said Monday.
by Mark Zdechlik

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'Hypoallergenic' and 'fragrance-free' moisturizer claims are often false

'Hypoallergenic' and 'fragrance-free' moisturizer claims are often false

People with skin conditions like eczema need moisturizers to treat their dry, cracked and reddened skin. But research suggests many moisturizers are mislabled and can make the skin conditions worse.
by Patti Neighmond

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For people with chronic fatigue syndrome, more exercise isn't better

For people with chronic fatigue syndrome, more exercise isn't better

The Centers for Disease Control have revised recommendations for treating ME/CFS, and now say that vigorous exercise can make symptoms worse. Patient advocates say it's a huge victory.
by Michaeleen Doucleff

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Thousands of runners compete in Twin Cities Marathon

Thousands of runners compete in Twin Cities Marathon

Dominic Ondoro won for the third straight year, completing the 26-point-two mile marathon in 2:11.53. In the women's division, Jane Kibii was a repeat winner, coming in at 2:30.23.
by Associated Press and Doualy Xaykaothao

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