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Trump team revokes $11 billion in funding for addiction, mental health care

The Trump administration says it hopes to save $11.4 billion by freezing and revoking COVID-era grants. Addiction experts say clawing back the federal funding is risky and could put patients at risk.
- Brian Mann
The Trump administration restructures federal health agencies, cuts 20,000 jobs

The reduction in force comes along with a reorganization of the Department of Health and Human Services, consolidating 28 divisions to 15.
- Diane Webber
'Grandpas' got together to help kids. Scientists say it boosts the elders' health, too

Older men can find themselves isolated after retirement. Volunteer groups like Grandpas United are good for both physical and mental health.
- Ashley Milne-Tyte
COVID-19 gave rise to vaccine skepticism. That may affect our preparedness for the next pandemic

Public health officials are concerned about increasing polarization among Americans over vaccines.
- Jude Joffe-Block
The flu is still going around Washington. It’s not too late to get your shot

To date, at least 296 people in Washington state have died of the flu since the fall. But it’s not too late to get the shot if you haven’t already.
- Eilís O'Neill
In new assessment, Trump team ranks fentanyl as a top threat to U.S.

Drug deaths are declining but the Trump administration's intelligence team has issued a new report describing street fentanyl as a top threat to the U.S.
- Brian Mann
As legalized sports betting grows, experts are concerned about lack of addiction treatment

Gambling is now widely legal: 38 states have adopted the practice since the Supreme Court allowed for legalized sports betting outside of Nevada in 2018. But experts warn there is not enough treatment and intervention for people who struggle with problem gambling.
5 things to know as Dr. Oz prepares to lead Medicare and Medicaid

The former TV doctor made it through a tight vote in the Senate with only Republican support.
- Selena Simmons-Duffin
Lavender, citrus and candy: weed's signature aroma changes with the times

A tour of a grow facility in Maryland reveals the wide variety of scents from different cannabis strains.
- Pien Huang
Skin bleaching is terribly popular — and takes a terrible toll

The government in Nigeria is warning about the health risks of skin lightening, where potent chemicals can thin and damage skin. It's a booming business in that country and others.
- Emmanuel Akinwotu

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