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3 d. ago He Was Expected to Get Alzheimer’s 25 Years Ago. Why Hasn’t He?

Scientists are searching for the secret in Doug Whitney’s biology that has protected him from dementia, hoping it could lead to ways to treat or prevent Alzheimer’s for many other people.

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1 week ago Trump admin targets $3.3B homeless housing program, 170,000 people could face return to streets: report

The Trump administration plans to cut HUD's permanent housing funding, potentially leaving over 170,000 homeless people at risk, a report says.

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2 w. ago F.D.A.’s Approval of a Drug for Autism Upends Review Process

The agency expanded use of an old drug as a treatment for some people with autism. The endorsement sent some customers scrambling to buy over-the-counter supplements with the same ingredients.

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2 w. ago Experts alarmed by Trump plan to force homeless Americans into institutions

President Trump wants far more homeless people forced into mandatory long-term addiction or mental health treatment but critics say forcing people to accept care is risky and expensive.

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A plan backed by President Trump could force far more unhoused Americans into long-term treatment for addiction and mental illness. Experts fear people who aren't dangerous could be swept up.

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2 w. ago Disney announces ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ returning Tuesday after suspension

ABC’s “Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will return on Tuesday after a brief suspension of the late-night program for the host's comments, The Walt Disney Company announced on Monday.

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4 w. ago Justice Department sues Uber for allegedly discriminating against people with disabilities

It's the latest in a long line of criticism — and action — against the company's treatment of people with physical disabilities.

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4 w. ago Trump wants to force people into treatment for substance use and mental health issues

President Trump is calling for an expansion of civil commitments, where people can be forced into treatment for substance use and mental health issues. The idea is picking up steam. But do they work?

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