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A Texas program works to help vulnerable moms who were unable to access abortions

In the wake of the Dobbs ruling, there have been tens of thousands fewer abortions. People carrying these pregnancies are often marginalized. A Texas program helps some of the most vulnerable parents.
- Katia Riddle
Seattle doctors embracing weight-neutral healthcare

For people who are overweight, just going to the doctor can be anxiety inducing. No matter the reason for the visit, body weight will likely come up. It might even prevent them from getting treatment. KUOW health reporter Eilis O’Neill is here to talk about a new approach some Seattle providers are embracing: Weight-neutral healthcare.
- Clare McGrane
The hospital bills didn't find her, but a lawsuit did — plus interest

After emergency gallbladder surgery, a Tennessee woman said she spent months without a permanent mailing address and never got a bill from the hospital. She ended up in court a few years later.
- Bram Sable-Smith
Malaria cases in Texas and Florida are the first U.S. spread since 2003, the CDC says

Four of the cases were found in Florida, while the fifth was logged in Texas, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
- Ashley Westerman
Two Everett seniors in critical condition after fentanyl overdose

KUOW's Casey Martin reports the overdoses are part of a growing trend in the area.
- Casey Martin
Tacoma woman with TB released from jail
- KUOW Staff
Lewis Capaldi's Tourette's interrupted his performance. The crowd helped him finish.

The musician was coming off of a short break from touring to address health concerns. The fans at Glastonbury supported him through every note.
- Manuela López Restrepo
Intermittent fasting is as effective as counting calories, new study finds

Limiting when you eat to a 6- or 8-hour window can help reduce calorie intake. While the weight loss isn't dramatic, it may be easier to stick to than counting calories.
- Will Stone
Without paid family leave, teachers stockpile sick days and aim for summer babies

Less than one-fifth the largest school districts offer paid parental leave for teachers, and only a handful of states guarantee it. That leaves few options for educators who want to start a family.
- Beth Wallis
Why do some people get rashes in space? There's a clue in astronaut blood

A new study of astronaut blood finds that space travel reduces the expression of 100 genes related to the immune system.
- Ari Daniel

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