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The death, which was reported on Friday, is only the fifth fatal human rabies case in Minnesota since 1975, health officials said. Source link
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A pet trust designates a new guardian for companion animals and sets aside funds for their care. Better yet, it’s legally binding. Source link
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The DASH diet was shown to lower blood pressure decades ago, yet few people follow it. Here’s how to give it a try. Source link
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Seven people in contact with a patient hospitalized with bird flu also developed symptoms, the C.D.C. reported. Some are undergoing further tests. Source link
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The birth defects were more likely, but still very uncommon, in infants conceived through certain fertility treatments, a large study found. Source link
Read More »New R.S.V. Vaccines Had Limited Takers Last Year. Will This Year be Better?
Some of the problems that patients ran into, including a lack of insurance coverage, have been resolved. Source link
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Teasing can actually strengthen relationships, experts say. But sometimes things go too far. Source link
Read More »F.D.A. Approves a New Antipsychotic Drug
Available antipsychotic treatments work by blocking dopamine receptors. The new drug, Cobenfy, takes a different approach. Source link
Read More »Acadia Hospitals Reach $20 Million Settlement With Justice Dept.
The F.B.I. is also investigating the large chain of psychiatric hospitals for holding patients longer than what is medically necessary. Source link
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