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New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45% New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%
cancer July 8, 2026

New Study Finds Ultra-Processed Foods May Raise Colon Cancer Risk in Younger Adults by 45%

A major JAMA Oncology study links diets heavy in ultra-processed foods to ... more

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Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters
Health July 6, 2026

Why You May Not Feel Thirsty During Los Angeles’ Hot Weather, and Why It Still Matters

Even as temperatures climb across Los Angeles this week, many people still ... more

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More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know
Health July 3, 2026

More Teens Are Turning to AI for Mental Health Support. What California Parents Should Know

New research shows that many teenagers are seeking emotional support from AI ... more

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Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work
Health July 1, 2026

Medicare Begins Covering Weight-Loss Medications: Who Qualifies and How the New Program Will Work

A new Medicare pilot program opens access to popular weight-loss medications for ... more

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Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition
Health Cover Story July 1, 2026

Supreme Court Ruling Could Lower Prescription Drug Costs by Protecting Generic Competition

The unanimous decision protects a long-standing FDA pathway that allows generic drugmakers ... more

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How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected
Health June 29, 2026

How Menopause Can Change a Marriage and What Couples Can Do to Stay Connected

Hormonal changes during menopause can affect mood, sleep, intimacy, and communication, but ... more

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Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care
Health Cover Story June 26, 2026

Can’t Afford Health Insurance? Here’s What Californians Should Know Before Skipping Medical Care

As federal subsidies expire, more California families are facing higher premiums or ... more

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New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy
cancer June 25, 2026

New Breast Cancer Drugs Are Changing Treatment. Here’s When They May Work Better Than Chemotherapy

Precision medicines are helping some breast cancer patients live longer with fewer ... more

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Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds
cancer June 24, 2026

Cancer Deaths Are Falling, But Latino Families Face Rising Risks From Early-Onset Colon Cancer, New AACR Report Finds

While cancer survival continues to improve nationwide, researchers warn that Hispanic Americans ... more

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Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy
Health June 19, 2026

Smoking Doesn’t Just Harm Your Lungs. It Can Damage Your Sex Life, Fertility, and Intimacy

Research shows smoking can reduce sexual performance, increase infertility risks, and affect ... more

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Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It
Health June 17, 2026

Yes, Men Can Get Postpartum Depression. About 1 in 10 New Fathers Experience It

Experts say paternal postpartum depression affects millions of fathers worldwide, yet many ... more

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Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize
Health June 15, 2026

Summer Is Here: How Seriously Should Latinos Take Skin Cancer? More Than Many People Realize

Latinos develop skin cancer less often than White Americans, but they are ... more

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As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action
California June 9, 2026

As Physician Shortages Grow, AB 2386 Awaits Senate Action

California is facing a growing physician shortage, particularly in underserved regions where ... more

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Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families
Health June 4, 2026

Pregnancy Billing Is Changing in 2027: What the New AMA Rules Could Mean for California Families

The biggest overhaul of maternity billing in decades could affect insurance costs, ... more

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Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial  Offers Hope
Health May 31, 2026

Latino Men Face Higher Risk of Advanced Prostate Cancer. A New PROTEUS Trial Offers Hope

A major international study found that adding apalutamide to hormone therapy before ... more

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Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds
Health May 28, 2026

Sleep Apnea Is Hitting Latino Families Harder Than Many Realize, Major NIH Study Finds

Researchers say millions of Latinos may be living with undiagnosed sleep apnea ... more

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AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality
Health May 26, 2026

AI Could Help Immigrant Families Access Healthcare Faster. Experts Warn It Could Also Deepen Inequality

A major international review says artificial intelligence could improve translation, diagnosis, and ... more

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