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Health
Fluoride analysis triggers renewed debate over what levels are safe for kids
A new study suggests a link between high levels of fluoride and lowered IQ. It's heating up arguments over fluoridating drinking water, which dentists say is critical for protecting teeth.
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Health
The fight against Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever on tribal lands
Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever is the deadliest tickborne disease in the U.S. Rates of the disease are especially high on some tribal lands, but public health efforts to limit deadly cases are working.
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Health
New research adds to debate over fluoride in drinking water
Last year, a government report linking high levels of fluoride with lower IQ in children contributed to debate over adding fluoride to drinking water. The analysis behind that report is out today.
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Health
A new program will look for bird flu in the milk supply
The U.S. Department of Agriculture kicks off a new program looking for highly pathogenic bird flu in the milk supply. Starting this week, they're testing samples of milk intended for pasteurization.
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Exercise is important for older people. Some seniors share their exercise habits
A new CDC report finds that more than 85% of U.S. adults 65 and older are not getting enough exercise. All adults should get moderate aerobic activity and weight or resistance training every week.
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National
Trump announces three medical doctors as his picks for the FDA, CDC and Surgeon-General
President-elect Donald Trump announced three medical doctors as his picks to lead the FDA, CDC and to serve as surgeon general. NPR's Pien Huang discusses his picks.
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Health
Analyzing what RFK Jr. said on 'Morning Edition' about his health policy vision
A deeper dive into Wednesday's post-election interview with former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and his skepticism of public health expertise.
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Politics
RFK Jr. discusses potential role in the Trump administration and health policy vision
We ask former independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. what his role will be in the coming Trump administration. NPR's reporter
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Environment
A wastewater recycling program could be a model for regions where water is scarce
The Orange County Water District's wastewater recycling program uses ponds, manmade waterfalls and technology to keep wells from running dry -- a model for other regions facing water scarcity.
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Health
Youth cheerleading is getting more athletic — and riskier
As the female-dominated sport gets more acrobatic, girls are racking up more concussions and other injuries. A new pediatricians' report calls for change.
