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High blood pressure plagues many Black Americans. Combined with COVID, it's catastrophic

High blood pressure plagues many Black Americans. Combined with COVID, it's catastrophic

DISTRICT HEIGHTS, Md. (AP) — Charles Thomas was unwell but he had no time for rest.
Why do so many Black women die in pregnancy? One reason: Doctors don't take them seriously

Why do so many Black women die in pregnancy? One reason: Doctors don't take them seriously

BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — Angelica Lyons knew it was dangerous for Black women to give birth in America. As a public health instructor, she taught college students about racial health disparities, including the fact that Black women in the U.S.
Car seats and baby formula are regulated. Is social media next?

Car seats and baby formula are regulated. Is social media next?

The U.S. surgeon general is warning there is not enough evidence to show that social media is safe for children and teens — and is calling on tech companies, parents and caregivers to take “immediate action to protect kids now.
Doctors concerned more people using cannabis during pregnancy

Doctors concerned more people using cannabis during pregnancy

Researchers say an increase in emergency room visits and hospitalizations related to cannabis use by pregnant women is raising concerns about risks including preterm labour, low birth weight and negative effects on the baby's developing brain.

Medical racism in history causes health inequalities for Black Americans

The health inequities for Black Americans, documented in a series of stories by The Associated Press, have their roots in a long history of medical racism. The AP has collected a small sample of that history related to every phase of life.
Black kids face racism before they even start school. It's driving a major mental health crisis.

Black kids face racism before they even start school. It's driving a major mental health crisis.

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — To her students who need the most support, India Strother is rarely just “Ms. Strother” — she’s a family figure they call “Mom,” a trusted guide as they negotiate their teenage years.
Unable to fight now, two Ukrainian amputees walk to raise funds for a military hospital

Unable to fight now, two Ukrainian amputees walk to raise funds for a military hospital

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The task for the Ukrainian war veterans was clear: From different cities, Oleksandr Shevtsov and Serhii Khrapko would walk 120 kilometers (75 miles) and meet somewhere in the middle in honor of their comrades wounded in Russia’s

Over 150 doctors on strike at NYC hospital that was once called pandemic epicenter

NEW YORK (AP) — About 160 resident physicians went on strike Monday over what they called low pay at New York City's Elmhurst Hospital Center, a public hospital once known as the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic in 2020.
Lawsuit targets ambulance company for paramedic accused of sexually assaulting 2 elderly women

Lawsuit targets ambulance company for paramedic accused of sexually assaulting 2 elderly women

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A lawsuit filed against medical transport provider American Medical Response West in California court says the ambulance company's lax hiring and oversight allowed a paramedic to sexually assault two women in their 80s while en r
Nebraska governor signs 12-week abortion ban, limits on gender-affirming care for minors

Nebraska governor signs 12-week abortion ban, limits on gender-affirming care for minors

LINCOLN, Neb. (AP) — Republican Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signed a bill Monday that bans abortion at 12 weeks of pregnancy and restricts gender-affirming medical care for people younger than 19.