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Jan 17 2026FINANCE

Healthcare Changes: What's Next for UnitedHealth?

UnitedHealth's stock took a hit after President Trump's recent talk about healthcare. He mentioned a new plan to cut out insurance brokers and middlemen. This could lower healthcare costs for people, but it's not great news for UnitedHealth. The company makes money from these brokers and middlemen.

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Jan 17 2026HEALTH

Tiffany Howard's Journey to Better Health with OPTAVIA

Tiffany Howard's health journey is a testament to the power of science-backed programs and community support. She struggled with metabolic health issues like high blood sugar, high cholesterol, brain fog, and constant tiredness. These problems made her life difficult and led her to try many restrict

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Jan 16 2026POLITICS

Puerto Rico's Ex-Governor Gets a Break

President Donald Trump is planning to pardon Wanda Vázquez, the former governor of Puerto Rico. She admitted to breaking campaign finance rules last August, which involved a former FBI agent and a Venezuelan banker. Her sentencing was supposed to happen soon, with federal prosecutors asking for a ye

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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

49ers' Road to Super Bowl: Injuries and Opportunities

The San Francisco 49ers are gearing up for a tough match against the Seattle Seahawks. The team is dealing with several injuries, but they are not letting that stop them. Jacob Cowing, a wide receiver, is almost ready to play. He has been practicing well for the past two weeks. The team has to decid

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Drug Companies Raise Prices Despite Deals

Sixteen big drug companies made deals with the Trump administration to lower drug prices. But in January, all of them raised prices on some of their drugs. These deals were supposed to help Americans pay less for medicine and make other rich countries pay more. But according to a new report, these c

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

A Young Life Lost to Flu: Lessons for Parents

In Utah, a family is grieving the loss of their lively 4-year-old, Ellie. She loved dressing up, playing in the mud, and dancing with her siblings. But a simple flu turned deadly, leaving her family heartbroken. Ellie's mom, Sarah, never thought the flu would hit her daughter so hard. Ellie was hea

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

RFK Jr. and the Cell Phone Controversy: A Closer Look

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has made waves recently by pushing for a closer look at cell phone radiation. He managed to get the FDA to remove their long-standing information that said cell phones are safe. This move has sparked a lot of debate, especially since many health groups still say there's no stro

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Hidden Struggles: The Unseen Disability Crisis

Invisible disabilities are a big problem in Pakistan. These are conditions that aren't obvious but greatly affect how people live their lives. Think of things like partial hearing loss or learning differences. Zainab Wadood, a Deaf woman working in healthcare, highlights how these disabilities are o

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Jan 16 2026HEALTH

Super Greens Powder Recall: What You Need to Know

A widely sold health supplement has been pulled from shelves nationwide after being linked to a serious health issue. The Live it Up-brand Super Greens powder, known for its nutritional benefits, is now under scrutiny due to a Salmonella outbreak. This outbreak has affected people in over 20 states,

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Jan 16 2026SPORTS

Victor Wembanyama's Bumpy Road: Balancing Health and Performance

Victor Wembanyama, the rising star of the San Antonio Spurs, has had quite the season. He's been in and out of the lineup, always playing it safe. The team is being extra careful with him, making sure he doesn't get hurt again. Recently, Wembanyama had a scary moment. He bumped knees with Giannis A

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