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Is Sodium Bad for You? Separating Myth from Fact

Sodium gets such a bad rap, you may be surprised to learn that your body needs salt to survive (1)!  It’s actually essential. So...

Obesity linked to what’s on local restaurant menus

Being consistently physically active in adulthood may extend lifespan

The Prescription Drug Playbook, Part II

Dan Weissmann In response to the high price of prescription drugs, “An Arm and a Leg” asked listeners to share their strategies for getting the...
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Journalists Address HHS Under Trump, Rural PFAS Contamination, and Bird Flu

KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner discussed the Department of Health and Human Services, the federal workforce, and Robert F. Kennedy Jr....
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How to Make Laundry Soap (DIY Liquid or Powder Recipe)

Homemade laundry detergent is one of the easiest parts of a transition to natural living. This natural laundry soap recipe is a great way...
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How to Create Meals and Recipes in MyFitnessPal

Keeping track of your meals can be a game changer when it comes to hitting your health and fitness goals. But let’s be real—logging...
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Report urges new chemical regulations to protect children’s health

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Is the world ready for the next pandemic?

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Listen: NPR and KFF Health News Explore How Racism and Violence...

Cara Anthony KFF Health News Midwest correspondent Cara Anthony and Emily Kwong, host of NPR’s podcast “Shortwave,” talk about Black families living in the aftermath...