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Ballot dropbox ban a barrier in SD primary; former President Donald Trump says jail threat won't stop him from violating gag order; EBT 'skimming' on the rise, more Ohioans turn to food banks; new maps show progress on NY lead service line replacement.

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Hamas accepts a ceasefire deal amid warnings of a ground attack on Rafah by Israel, some faculty members defend protesters as colleges cancel graduation ceremonies, and Bernie Sanders announces his re-election run.

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Bidding begins soon for Wyoming's elk antlers, Southeastern states gained population in the past year, small rural energy projects are losing out to bigger proposals, and a rural arts cooperative is filling the gap for schools in Pennsylvania and West Virginia.

WA: Health

Smoke from across the region can affect air quality in cities like Seattle. (Tabor Chichakly/Adobe Stock)

Monday, May 6, 2024

NW wildfire season highlights importance of Air Quality Awareness Week

Agencies are raising awareness about air quality across the country this week. Led by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Air Quality …

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Los trastornos alimenticios pueden provocar fatiga y desgaste muscular, lo que en última instancia afecta al rendimiento deportivo de los jóvenes. (Peter Kim/Adobe Stock)
Pediatras: Atentos al aumento de trastornos alimentarios en atletas jóvenes

Los pediatras advierten sobre un aumento de los trastornos alimenticios entre los jóvenes deportistas. Los trastornos más comunes, como la …

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Eating disorders can lead to fatigue and muscle breakdown, which ultimately affects a young person's athletic performance. (Peter Kim/Adobe Stock)
Pediatricians: Watch for rise of eating disorders in young athletes

Pediatricians are warning about a rise in eating disorders among young athletes. Common eating disorders like bulimia and anorexia nervosa are …

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Electric school buses are in the minority, with about 95% of school buses nationwide running on diesel. (Thomas/Adobe Stock)
WA lawmakers move to electrify school bus fleet

School buses are getting cleaner in Washington state after this year's legislative session. Lawmakers in Olympia passed House Bill 1368, which will …

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Firefighting foam is one recognized source of PFAS. (ChiccoDodiFC/Adobe Stock)
Spokane joins lawsuit as city deals with 'forever chemicals' contaminating water

Spokane has joined a lawsuit against the manufacturers of toxic chemicals known as PFAS after the discovery of the chemicals in parts of the city's dr…

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Las embarazadas deben consultar a un profesional médico si algo no les parece bien. (Prostock-studio/Adobe Stock)
Al finalizar la Semana de Salud Materna Negra, persisten disparidades de salud

Aunque la Semana de Salud Materna Negra está llegando a su fin, las disparidades de salud de las mujeres negras embarazadas aún siguen …

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During a pregnancy, speak to a health care provider if something doesn't feel right. (Prostock-studio/Adobe Stock)
As Black Maternal Health Week ends, health disparities persist

While Black Maternal Health Week is wrapping up, health disparities for pregnant Black women continues to be an issue. From April 11-17 this year…

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La mayoría de las personas necesitarán cuidados de larga duración en algún momento de sus vidas. (nelzajamal/Adobe Stock)
Altibajos en financiación para cuidados a largo plazo en WA

El acceso al programa de atención a largo plazo en el estado de Washington aumentará gracias a medidas adoptadas durante la sesión legi…

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The majority of people will need long-term care assistance at some point in their lives. (nelzajamal/Adobe Stock)
Ups, downs for WA's long-term care funding program

Access to Washington state's long-term care program will increase because of action during this year's legislative session. But the program also …

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El cáncer colorrectal representa una décima parte de todos los casos de cáncer en el mundo. (Anatomy Insider/Adobe Stock)
Mes del cáncer colorrectal: enfermedad aparece en estadounidenses más jóvenes

Marzo es mes de concientización sobre el cáncer colorrectal. El mismo es la tercera forma más común de cáncer y la segunda …

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Colorectal cancer makes up one-tenth of all cancer cases worldwide. (Anatomy Insider/Adobe Stock)
Colorectal Cancer Month: Disease appearing in younger Americans

March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the third most common form of cancer and the second most lethal form in the world…

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Lawmakers this session in Olympia increased the rate for providers who offer infant care. (Rawpixel.com/Adobe Stock)
WA makes child-care investments, but more needed

Advocates for accessible child care saw wins during Washington state's legislative session this year but still see room for improvement. Lawmakers …

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