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Lawmakers introduce slate of bills to address sexual harassment in California colleges
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The 12-bill package follows a February report on major flaws in colleges' handling of Title IX.Education
Disrespect, low pay, lack of support keep Black teachers out of the profession
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The cost of earning a credential and the disrespect they face while teaching are keeping Black teachers out of the classroom.Health Matters
The burden of getting medical care can exhaust older patients
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The health care system’s demands often do not match older adults’ capacities.Featured in Category
With more women drinking themselves sick, federal health agencies are taking notice
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Women are expected to account for 43% of all costs associated with alcohol-related liver disease by 2040, up from 29% in 2022.cannabis
How research is trying to catch up on cannabis and kids
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Delta-8-THC is drawing attention because it is legal despite documented health risks.Health Matters
A quick, cheap gene test could save hundreds of cancer patient lives each year
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The FDA and some oncologists have resisted efforts to require testing.Bay Area
Needle pain is a big problem for kids. One California doctor has a plan.
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The pain and trauma from repeated needle sticks leads some kids to hold on to needle phobia into adulthood.California
California workers must wait even longer for indoor heat protections
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A state board delays new rules again, apparently over state cost concerns. Labor officials are incensed.Bay Area
