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Congressman A. Donald McEachin announced a grant award from the Department of Health and Human Services to the Virginia Department of Health for diabetes, heart disease and stroke prevention programs for $2,104,436.
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A new report documenting how the Trump administration is outsourcing federal jobs to unaccountable private temp agencies raises new concerns about the push to privatize military and veterans’ health care.
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U.S. Sens. John Boozman (R-AR) and Mark Warner (D-VA) introduced legislation to improve coordination of veteran mental health and suicide prevention services.
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Major drugmakers in the United States have filed a lawsuit to block a rule requiring them to disclose drug prices in television advertisements. The lawsuit was jointly filed by Merck, Amgen, Eli Lilly and the Association of National Advertisers.
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Surrogate agreements typically require screening and tests to prove their bodies can withstand the rigors of pregnancy and a commitment to living a healthy lifestyle while pregnant.
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Acne—when sebum from oil glands under the skin clogs pores causing small bacterial infections that lead to swelling and discomfort—isn’t just a temporary annoyance during our teenage years.
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BBL or Brazilian Butt Lift surgical procedure was developed with an aim to add volume to your buttocks as well as offer a more lifted, tight appearance.
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Two weeks ago, a 29-year-old Roma woman was physically attacked in the middle of the day in Kosovo, after a false accusation spread that the victim had been kidnaping children.
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On completing their master’s degree and after gaining significant experience in the field, social workers often consider becoming their own boss. Is it a viable venture though?
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Over the years, the awareness we all have when it comes to mental health has increased. However, many people still suffer in silence, whilst others still aren’t fully aware of what a mental health illness actually is.
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