Health

Apr 23, 2024

When can doctors provide emergency abortions in states with strict bans? Supreme Court to weigh in

Nearly two years after overturning the constitutional right to abortion, the Supreme Court will consider how far state abortion bans can extend to women in medical emergencies



Legendary rugby league star Wally Lewis appeals for concussion and CTE awareness support
Apr 23, 2024

Legendary rugby league star Wally Lewis appeals for concussion and CTE awareness support

A legendary rugby player has cited the fear and anxiety that has invaded his life among the reasons for urging the Australian government to fund support services and education about chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE)


Biden blames Trump for Florida's 6-week abortion ban, says women nationwide face health crisis
Apr 23, 2024

Biden blames Trump for Florida's 6-week abortion ban, says women nationwide face health crisis

President Joe Biden is blaming Donald Trump for Florida’s upcoming abortion ban and other restrictions across the country that have imperiled access to care for pregnant women


When red-hot isn't enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level
Apr 22, 2024

When red-hot isn't enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level

U.S. health and weather officials are unveiling a new color-coded system to warn Americans about heat danger, and it will set magenta as the most dangerous level


The culinary game at MLB ballparks has exploded in the past 20 years. Eating healthy is a challenge
Apr 22, 2024

The culinary game at MLB ballparks has exploded in the past 20 years. Eating healthy is a challenge

Danielle LaFata’s been around major sports ballparks and arenas for most of her adult life, so the nutritionist has one word of advice for those who want to eat healthy when attending a sporting event


Biden sees a $35 price cap for insulin as a pivotal campaign issue. It’s not that clear-cut
Apr 21, 2024

Biden sees a $35 price cap for insulin as a pivotal campaign issue. It’s not that clear-cut

President Joe Biden frequently cites insulin prices as he promotes a $35 price cap for Americans with diabetes who are on Medicare


Kansas has a new anti-DEI law, but the governor has vetoed bills on abortion and even police dogs
Apr 19, 2024

Kansas has a new anti-DEI law, but the governor has vetoed bills on abortion and even police dogs

The Democratic governor in Kansas has vetoed proposed tax breaks for anti-abortion counseling centers while allowing restrictions on college diversity initiatives to become law without her signature


Apr 19, 2024

Correction: Diversity-Colleges-Abortion-Kansas story

In a story published April 19, 2024, about Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly's actions on various bills approved by legislators, The Associated Press erroneously reported the details of an election bill that she vetoed


AP Explains: 4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday
Apr 19, 2024

AP Explains: 4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday

Marijuana advocates are gearing up for April 20