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El Paso mom won’t get damages for unexpected pregnancy after believing her tubes were tied

An El Paso woman who got pregnant a year after believing her doctor tied her tubes cannot recover medical negligence damages for the unexpected pregnancy, the Texas Supreme Court ruled Friday.

In the court’s opinion, Justice Rebeca Huddle wrote Texas law doesn’t allow for 41-year-old Grissel Velasco to be compensated for the financial costs or pain and mental anguish of giving birth to and raising a healthy daughter. And because there were no valid expenses associated with the pregnancy or postpartum period on record, Velasco couldn’t recover those economic damages either.

“To award money damages for experiences inherent to a

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If you’re importing a dog into the US, new rules apply : Shots

Traveling internationally with a dog — or adopting one from abroad — just got a bit more complicated. The CDC issued new rules intended to reduce the risk of importing rabies.

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Traveling internationally with a dog — or adopting one from abroad — just got a bit more complicated. The CDC issued new rules intended to reduce the risk of importing rabies.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced new rules Wednesday aimed at preventing dogs with rabies from coming into the United States.

Under the new regulations, all

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Port Hardy Primary Health Care Center welcomes new physicians to the care team

Residents of Port Hardy and nearby areas now have enhanced access to primary care, as Dr. Sinan Alkhaleeli, a recent addition to Port Hardy Primary Health Care Center since November 2023, is now accepting new clients.

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From left to right: Alex Lumley, Dr. Sinan Alkhaleeli, and Lisa Greer

Dr. Alkhaleeli is a seasoned family doctor who brings a caring approach to meeting the health care needs of his patients. In addition to his role at the Port Hardy Primary Health Care Centre, he will also contribute his expertise at the Port Hardy Hospital Emergency Department and take on the responsibility

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CVS Health® survey shows mental health concerns continue to rise

Concerns higher than during the COVID-19 pandemic, with the effects of social media a driving factor

WOONSOCKET, RI, May 8, 2024 — A recent CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS)/Morning Consult survey found that a majority of adults have significant concerns about their mental health and rates across the country continue to rise.

  • Two-thirds (65%) of adults have experienced concerns about their own mental health or the mental health of their friends and family, which is up six percentage points from 2022 and 15 percentage points from 2020.

  • About eight in 10 adults (77%) are concerned about mental health in the country,

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Small steps to improve your mental wellbeing

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It’s Mental Health Awareness Week from Monday 13 May – making time for mental wellbeing and self-care is important.

Embedding small things as part of your routine can help you feel better and more resilient.

The Five Ways to Wellbeing are simple steps that you can take to help you feel more positive and able to get the most out of life.

Here in Devon, you can find plenty of inspiration for making changes that are good for you.

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Good relationships and connecting with others are important to build a sense of belonging and self-worth and

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WHO launches directory of resources for planning healthy environments

In an effort to address the pressing global challenges from environmental risks, the World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled a comprehensive directory of resources aimed at guiding urban planners, policymakers and communities towards healthier environments. With around one quarter of human deaths globally attributed to environmental factors, and air pollution associated with 7 million premature deaths annually, prioritizing health in the planning and design of urban spaces has never been more critical. The directory, consisting of nearly 200 open-access resources, serves as a vital online repository which offers invaluable insights and tools to promote the creation of healthier environments and

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Home Away from Home: Niagara Health Laboratory Team’s Tribute to Ronald McDonald Family Room

Kristin and Siena Provenzano
My daughter Siena was born 14 weeks prematurely and weighed under two pounds. Little did I know the battle that lay before us; 71 days of multiple blood transfusions, ventilation, lung steroids, a peripherally inserted central catheter (PICC) line for a lengthy antibiotic treatment, more needle pokes than can ever be counted, several head ultrasounds, temperature fluctuations, endless prayers, and more tears than conceivable. Navigating all of this during a global health pandemic was just the icing on the cake. Even the good days were harder than you can imagine. Thankfully, my little girl went from

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A bird flu primer: What to know and do

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A bird flu strain that began circulating in 2020 continues to evolve globally and locally within the United States. If you’re wondering what this means, understanding the basics — what bird flu is, how it spreads, whether foods are safe, and prevention tips — can help. More information will come in as scientists learn more, so stay tuned.

1. What is bird flu and how does it spread?

Bird flu, or avian flu, is a naturally occurring illness. Just as certain flu viruses spread among humans, Type A influenza viruses often spread among wild birds. The strain of virus circulating

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