Health & Wellness
07/17/2026 · Chalmette
Abortion Pill Prescriptions Via Telehealth Rise Despite State Bans
In states that have banned abortion, telehealth providers are delivering medication abortion pills by mail to patients who receive prescriptions through remote consultations. The approach has roughly doubled abortion access in some restricted states, according to providers.
Trump Executive Order Addresses Homelessness Through Involuntary Treatment
President Trump signed an executive order directing involuntary treatment for homeless individuals. The Department of Veterans Affairs stated the order would not apply to homeless veterans, though details on implementation remain unclear.
07/18/2026
Supreme Court Rules for Roundup Manufacturer in Cancer Case
The Supreme Court sided with the herbicide manufacturer in a case brought by a Missouri man who attributed his cancer to Roundup exposure. The ruling is expected to impact thousands of similar cases across the country.
07/18/2026
Weight-Loss Drugs Show Potential in Cancer Prevention, Research Suggests
Researchers are examining whether popular weight-loss medications could help prevent or treat certain cancers. The findings add to a growing list of health benefits associated with GLP-1 drugs, now used by roughly one in eight American adults.
07/18/2026
New Research Examines AI Speech Analysis for Early Alzheimer's Detection
A new paper in Alzheimer's & Dementia examines how artificial intelligence can analyze speech patterns to detect early signs of cognitive decline. Researchers say the approach could enable earlier treatment and more targeted care strategies.
07/18/2026
Supreme Court Rules EPA Approval Bars State Lawsuits Over Roundup Labels
The Supreme Court decided Thursday that state lawsuits alleging Monsanto failed to warn consumers about cancer risks from Roundup are blocked by federal pesticide regulation. The 7-2 ruling hinged on whether the EPA's approval of product labels prevents states from imposing additional warning requirements.
07/18/2026
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View allAttorney General Murrill announces multi-state settlement of bankruptcy claims against 23andMe over genetic data breach
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Victory for Women and Girls: AG Murrill Celebrates Complete Victory Against Biden's Radical and Unlawful Title IX Rule
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