Health Matters
Why millions are trying FDA-authorized alternatives to big pharma’s weight loss drugs
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The copycat versions of weight loss drugs are significantly cheaper than the branded drugs.California
California forges ahead with social media rules despite legal barriers
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Can the proposed legislation, put forward by local representatives Nancy Skinner and Buffy Wicks, survive legal challenges from the tech industry?City
Bird found in Dracena Park tests positive for West Nile virus
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No infected mosquitoes were found, but here are some ways to stay safe.Featured in Category
How to find a good, well-staffed nursing home
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Online tools are a good starting point, but site visits and your own research are essential to evaluating quality of care.Health Matters
If lawsuit ends federal mandates on birth control coverage, states will have the say
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If that happens, state reproductive health laws would carry more weight, resuming the “wild West” dynamic from before Obamacare.events
Have a party and call me in the morning — when the doctor prescribes joy
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Global Brain Health Institute pairs scientists with cultural workers like artists to explore solutions for aging minds.animals
Bay Area cities set up cooling centers as temperatures soar above 100 degrees
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While Piedmont is missing its community pool this season, the city of Berkeley will have several libraries and senior facilities open as cooling centers.Featured in Category
The Concierge Catch: Better access for a few patients disrupts care for many
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Research by a Berkeley health economist suggests concierge care, and the extra associated costs, may not notably improve some health outcomes.homelessness
