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Mayors, doctor groups sue over Trump's efforts to restrict Obamacare enrollment

Mayors, doctor groups sue over Trump's efforts to restrict Obamacare enrollment

WASHINGTON (AP) — New Trump administration rules that give millions of people a shorter timeframe to sign up for the Affordable Care Act's health care coverage are facing a legal challenge from Democratic mayors around the country.
HHS layoffs were likely unlawful and must be halted, US judge says

HHS layoffs were likely unlawful and must be halted, US judge says

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — A federal judge ruled that recent mass layoffs at the U.S.
Looking forward to a vacation? Don't let travel insurance be an afterthought

Looking forward to a vacation? Don't let travel insurance be an afterthought

You've packed your clothes, toothbrush, extra pairs of socks, sunscreen — and anything else you might need during your vacation. Experts recommend adding travel insurance to the list, whether you're going near or far.
3 leaders at English hospital where a nurse was convicted of murdering babies are arrested

3 leaders at English hospital where a nurse was convicted of murdering babies are arrested

LONDON (AP) — Three senior leaders at the English hospital where nurse Lucy Letby was convicted of murdering seven babies and trying to kill seven others were arrested on suspicion of manslaughter, police said Tuesday.

New York City doctor pleads guilty to sexually abusing patients in hospital

NEW YORK (AP) — A doctor pleaded guilty Monday to sexually abusing sedated patients at his New York City hospital and raping women who were unconscious at his home.
States brace for impact as Trump's big bill nears completion in Congress

States brace for impact as Trump's big bill nears completion in Congress

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — President Donald Trump’s big bill to cut taxes and reduce federal spending on some social safety net programs could have large implications for states, but for many it’s too late to do much about it this year.
Calgary begins adding fluoride to drinking water for first time in almost 15 years

Calgary begins adding fluoride to drinking water for first time in almost 15 years

CALGARY — Fluoride is back in Calgary's drinking water. The city, in a news release, says it has begun adding the chemical into the water at the direction of councillors.
Thinking about taking a stab at IV therapy? Ask some questions first

Thinking about taking a stab at IV therapy? Ask some questions first

IV therapy clinics are springing up around the country, touting quick ways to recover from a hangover or a hard workout. But doctors and regulators preach caution.
Nova Scotia makes progress in detection of life-threatening sepsis at ERs

Nova Scotia makes progress in detection of life-threatening sepsis at ERs

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia's health system is improving its methods for early detection of sepsis, a life-threatening condition that occurs when the immune system reacts to infection by attacking the body's organs.
Supreme Court throws out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in 4 states

Supreme Court throws out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in 4 states

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Monday threw out appellate rulings in favor of transgender people in four states following the justices' recent decision upholding a Tennessee ban on certain medical treatment for transgender youths.