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WHO fires director in Asia accused of racist misconduct

WHO fires director in Asia accused of racist misconduct

LONDON (AP) — The World Health Organization has fired its top official in the Western Pacific after the Associated Press reported last year that dozens of staff members accused him of racist, abusive and unethical behavior that may have compromised t
Despite social media buzz, Ozempic is not a quick-fix weight loss solution: doctors

Despite social media buzz, Ozempic is not a quick-fix weight loss solution: doctors

Kerry Toneguzzi has tried everything to lose weight. From low-calorie and liquid diets to Weight Watchers, nothing worked. In 2007, she had bariatric surgery and lost 100 pounds – only to gain it all back.
What to know about prescription drugs promising weight loss

What to know about prescription drugs promising weight loss

WeightWatchers, the 60-year-old diet firm, announced this week it would acquire a telehealth company whose providers prescribe anti-obesity drugs for growing numbers of eager online subscribers.
Malnutrition rises in pregnant women in 12 at-risk countries

Malnutrition rises in pregnant women in 12 at-risk countries

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Acute malnutrition among pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers has increased by 25% in the past two years in 12 countries hard hit by rising food prices fueled by the fighting in Ukraine, according to a new United Nations rep
US to relax COVID testing rules for travelers from China

US to relax COVID testing rules for travelers from China

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Biden administration is preparing to relax COVID-19 testing restrictions for travelers from China as soon as Friday, according to two people familiar with the decision.
Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives

Women sue Texas over abortion ban, say it risked their lives

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) — Five women who said they were denied abortions even when pregnancy endangered their lives are suing Texas over its abortion ban , the latest legal fight against state restrictions since the U.S. Supreme Court struck down Roe v.

Cosmetic surgery prices in US vs. Mexico

Many Americans travel to Mexico because medical care can be cheaper than in the U.S.
P.E.I. party leaders offer ideas on health care as election campaign gets rolling

P.E.I. party leaders offer ideas on health care as election campaign gets rolling

CHARLOTTETOWN — Prince Edward Island is a small province with limited resources, so it needs to innovate as it competes with other jurisdictions to attract health-care professionals, Progressive Conservative Leader Dennis King said Tuesday.
Fraser says Canada, U.S. support 'root causes' approach to immigration challenges

Fraser says Canada, U.S. support 'root causes' approach to immigration challenges

WASHINGTON — Canada and the United States both support a holistic, long-term approach to their shared immigration challenges, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser said Tuesday after a meeting in the U.S.
Medical tourism: Traveling outside US for care is common

Medical tourism: Traveling outside US for care is common

The recent kidnapping of four Americans in Mexico highlights a common practice for many people in the U.S.: traveling to other countries for medical care that either is not available at home or costs a lot less.