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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Molly, a TikTok influencer, popularly known with the username "@the_heartful_homemaker" went viral for sharing the story of her 10-Lb baby with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. The mother of the 10-pound baby shared how she experienced some abnormalities in her pregnancy that led to the early suspected diagnosis of his son with a rare syndrome.

10-Pound Baby Boy With Rare Beckwith-Wiedemann Syndrome Wears 9-Month Clothes At 7 Weeks

The following is a summary of “Risk of Adverse Neonatal Events in Pregnancies Complicated by Severe Maternal Morbidity,” published in the June 2024 issue of Pediatrics by Ukah et al. To investigate the risk of adverse neonatal events following pregnancies complicated by severe maternal morbidity, the researchers conducted...

Adverse Neonatal Risks in Pregnancies with Severe Maternal Morbidity

Lancaster County, PA

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The CDC is warning new parents that infant mortality rates are on the rise, citing a number of reasons, including Covid, restrictive abortion laws, declining maternal health, and rising healthcare costs

Infant mortality rate has biggest jump in decades as 14 states ban abortion as residents flee for care

The infant mortality rate in the United States rose in 2022, the first jump in 20 years, according to data released Thursday by the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

US infant mortality increased in 2022 for the first time in decades, CDC report shows

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A recent study published in JAMA Oncology has revealed a concerning issue. It has revealed that the common use of transvaginal ultrasounds to detect endometrial cancer may not be effective for Black women. This finding further highlights the need for alternative diagnostic approaches. Ensuring early and accurate detection of this potentially deadly cancer is critical… Continue reading Study Finds Transvaginal Ultrasounds May Be Ineffective for Black Women

Study Finds Transvaginal Ultrasounds May Be Ineffective for Black Women

Kansas City, MO

After sharing the news that she is pregnant with a third child, Brittany Mahomes is opening up about something other moms can all relate to: pregnancy symptoms. Mahomes, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, shared on Instagram Tuesday that her third pregnancy has so far been the "hardest" one on her physically.

Brittany Mahomes shares pregnancy symptom she's struggling with in 3rd pregnancy

If it seems like you're hearing about more people testing positive for COVID, you're right. The CDC says we are in a summer COVID wave, and NPR health correspondent Maria Godoy is here to tell us more about it. Hi, Maria. MARIA GODOY, HOST:. Hi, Ari. SHAPIRO: What are the...

COVID is having a summer wave. Here's what it means for older people

There is no single test to diagnose Sjögren disease. Doctors will carry out a range of tests, such as blood, eye, and salivary gland tests, to look for signs of the disorder and rule out other conditions. Sjögren disease is an autoimmune disorder that causes dry eyes and mouth....

How do doctors diagnose Sjögren disease?

The Bradley Method of childbirth preparation is one of many programs that teach parents how to have a medication-free childbirth experience. According to the Bradley Method's official website, 86% of parents trained in its techniques have an unmedicated vaginal birth. The idea that people could give birth without medication and...

What Is the Bradley Birthing Method?

With Kamala Harris entering the race to be president, we wanted to revisit some of our own coverage of her from back in 2020. Back then, Harris found herself in a tricky political spot: she had spent much of her career as a prosecutor, making it a prominent part of her political identity. But voters in the Democratic party moved to the left on issues of race and criminal justice, which complicated things for Harris during her first presidential campaign. And then she had to navigate 2020, a time when millions of people were giving fresh attention to racism in America's criminal legal system.

Kamala Harris, Revisited

Most U.S. women with uterine fibroids report being offered hysterectomies over minimally invasive treatments, according to survey results released by the Society of Interventional Radiology. The online survey, conducted by the Harris Poll from May 30 to June 3, 2024, included 1,122 U.S. women (≥18 years), including 167 who reported...

Most US Women With Uterine Fibroids Are Offered Hysterectomies Over Less Invasive Treatments

When Dr. Ayadil Saparbekov was in Gaza late last week, he saw a scene that’s become familiar since the war started: Sewage overflowing in the streets. Young children jumping and splashing in it. He cringes knowing diseases might be festering in the water. And then he got word of...

Investigators search Gaza for cases of polio after the virus turns up in wastewater

Virginia State

Jessica Serfitay flips the script on her previous statement. Virginia soap fans, Soap Opera News reports that Jessica Serfitay (ex Sloan Petersen) on Days of Our Lives posted on social media that her billionaire fiancé had abused her. The actress now says they argued as families do, and she never should have posted anything.

Days of Our Lives alum Jessica Serfitay retracts her statement that her fiance abused her

West Palm Beach, FL

Former President Donald Trump struck several familiar notes in his address to Christians at Turning Point Action’s “Believers Summit” in West Palm Beach, Fla. The gathering of religious conservatives Friday night was an opportunity for Trump to appeal to the critical Republican voting bloc. The Republican nominee promised to protect religious freedom and touted his history of supporting the Israeli government.

Trump tells Christian voters they 'won't have to vote anymore' if he's elected

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with Jessica Winter of The New Yorker about J.D. Vance's politics, particularly his views around the importance of having children. Childless cat ladies - that's how JD Vance, the Republican vice-presidential nominee, once described leadership on the progressive left. (SOUNDBITE OF ARCHIVED RECORDING) JD VANCE: We're...

The family politics behind J.D. Vance's 'childless cat ladies' comment

Minneapolis, MN

When Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara took over the department in 2022, he says it was like walking into a funeral parlor. “People weren't even talking to each other,” he says. “A lot of members were openly telling me, ‘Yeah, if somebody asked me, they're thinking about becoming a cop, I told them, no way, don't come here. Everybody hates us. Everyone is leaving. Go anywhere else but Minneapolis.’”

Police departments are offering big raises. Does it work?

Research Reveals Increase in Premature and Underweight Births Among Non-White Mothers. A new study from the University of California, Berkeley has uncovered a troubling trend in infant health following the 2016 U.S. presidential election. The research, published in the journal Demography, shows a significant increase in premature and underweight births among non-white mothers in the two years following Donald Trump’s election to office.

Infant Health Decline Linked to 2016 Election Stress, Study Finds

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Maternity care in rural areas is in crisis. Can more doulas help?

When Bristeria Clark went into labor with her son in 2015, her contractions were steady at first. Then, they stalled. Her cervix stopped dilating. After a...

Maternity care in rural areas is in crisis. Can more doulas help?

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