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An arrangement of pills of the opioid oxycodone-acetaminophen, also known as Percocet, in New York. A new report finds a link between workforce participation and the prescription rate of opioids in the U.S.

How The Opioid Crisis Is Depressing America's Labor Force

5:51pm June 18, 2018

by Samantha Raphelson

The U.S. lags behind other countries in workforce participation because more opioids are prescribed in this country, says a report by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development.

Stephanie and Natalie enrolled their older son in sessions at a Brain Balance Achievement Center in the hope that it would help him make friends.

'Cutting Edge' Program For Children With Autism And ADHD Rests On Razor-Thin Evidence

4:47pm June 18, 2018

by Chris Benderev

With 113 locations in the U.S., Brain Balance says its drug-free approach has helped tens of thousands of children. But experts say there's insufficient proof of its effectiveness.

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Stay-At-Home Dads Still Struggle With Diapers, Drool, Stigma And Isolation

6:14pm June 17, 2018

by Jason Beaubien

It's hard to find other stay-at-home dads to hang out with, and working men worry you'll hit on their stay-at-home wives. Meanwhile, bosses still expect new fathers to work full-time. What's changed?

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Betel nut sellers say they're often singled out by authorities and fined for doing sales in the street.

For Women In Papua New Guinea, Income From Selling Betel Nut Can Come At Heavy Price

3:14pm June 17, 2018

by Durrie Bouscaren

Selling betel nut is a popular way for women to earn income. But their husbands sometimes beat them or force them to hand over their earnings.

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The Controversy Over Maple Syrup

8:12am June 17, 2018

by Allison Aubrey

There's a controversy over how to label the sugar naturally found in maple syrup. The Food and Drug Administration says it should be labeled as "added sugar." Maple syrup producers are balking.

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Opening Up About Depression And Suicide Could Help Someone Else On The Brink

8:02am June 17, 2018

by Joelle Hann

With suicide in the news, a writer finds the courage to share the story of her own worst night — and what got her through.

What Teens Really Say About Sex, Drugs And Sadness

6:33am June 16, 2018

by Cory Turner

A new survey of America's youth offers more than a few surprises — and raises some important red flags.

A fire at the Husky Oil Refinery on April 26, in Superior, Wis. The Environmental Protection Agency is planning to rescind regulations that would require refineries and chemical manufacturers to disclose information about emergency plans and the root caus

Fear And Frustration Over EPA Move To Kill Chemical-Disaster Protections

9:32pm June 15, 2018

by Rebecca Hersher

The EPA intends to block rules to prevent and respond to leaks, explosions and other disasters at chemical facilities and refineries around the U.S. That scares many people who live and work nearby.

Kellogg's Honey Smacks cereal has been recalled in association with a recent salmonella outbreak.

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Kellogg's Honey Smacks Recalled Amid Salmonella Outbreak Investigation

5:09pm June 15, 2018

by Cameron Jenkins

The Kellogg's Company is playing it safe by encouraging consumers and retailers to get rid of potentially contaminated boxes of cereal.

Jean Marie Rukundo and his wife, Theodosie Uwambajimana, with their 2-year-old daughter. They've nicknamed her "Rwamrec," the acronym for a resource center in Rwanda that taught Rukundo how to step up his game as a spouse and father. When he came with his

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Men Teaching Men To Be Better Husbands And Dads

4:45pm June 15, 2018

by Amy Yee

An experimental program in Rwanda tried to teach men to do more chores, listen to their wife instead of bossing her around and get involved in raising the kids. Did it work?