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Violence and arrests at campus protests across the nation; CA election worker turnover has soared in recent years; Pediatricians: Watch for the rise of eating disorders in young athletes; NV tribal stakeholders push for Bahsahwahbee National Monument.

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House Democrats say they'll vote to table a motion to remove Speaker Johnson, former President Trump faces financial penalties and the threat of jail time for violating a gag order and efforts to lower the voting age gain momentum nationwide.

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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.

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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)

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

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)

Wednesday, May 1, 2024

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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High blood pressure can be indicator of higher risk for serious health concerns, like heart failure and stroke. (Kotchakorn/Adobe Stock)
WA library program lets people check out blood pressure kits

A new program in a Washington public library system is helping people monitor their blood pressure at home. The American Heart Association has …

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