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Alabama’s near-total ban, set to take effect Nov. 15 but now blocked, included no exceptions for rape or incest and made performing abortions a felony. View original article Contributor: Ariana Eunjung Cha

Ultimately, the disease-related risks and benefits of such devices may even out, at least for most people. But individual health factors need to be considered. View original article Contributor: Consumer Reports

Sleep-focused academy says study shows how dangerous this traffic problem is. View original article Contributor: Linda Searing

Such studies are distrusted by professionals because of possible conflicts of interest. But important research will be increasingly conducted, funded or aided by such firms. View original article Contributor: Ravi Parikh

Words are all we have when we talk about the lost of a loved one, and yet they completely fall short. Still, here is my story. View original article Contributor: Maya Vijayaraghavan

To fight fat, experts suggest you exercise regularly, monitor calories, lift weights and move throughout the day. View original article Contributor: Marlene Cimons

The flavanols in chocolate could have potential benefits. But you’d have to consume a ton to achieve that. View original article Contributor: Steven Petrow

In “Screenagers: Next Chapter,” a doctor warns parents to give their kids the chance to build up their resilience and learn critical coping skills. View original article Contributor: Erin Blakemore

Assisted reproduction and surrogacy have been around for years. But nowadays, some same-sex partners are choosing these methods. View original article Contributor: Sydney Page

“We rush into burning fires or deal with the worst injuries — that’s our job. . . . But we’re also human, and sometimes our brains can’t compute the horrible things we see.” View original article Contributor: Rene Ebersole