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Pima County sees decrease in overdose deaths

Pima County is seeing a 17% decrease in overdose fatalities, which the county attributes to ongoing harm reduction strategies.

Fact Check AZ: Claims in the campaigns for and against Prop 139

Both sides are pushing messages that sometimes leave out some key information.

Neighboring governors Hobbs, Durazo sign off on environmental plan to address cross-border air, water, waste and wildlife issues

New strategic plan prioritizes sustainable solutions for shared environmental challenges along the Arizona-Sonora border.

Mayes joins 24 states to challenge Idaho's abortion ban

Idaho's abortion ban faces legal challenge as Mayes joins 24 states to uphold protections for emergency care.

Stress isn't all bad. Here's when it can help

Though chronic stress can take its toll on our health, there are situations when stress can be beneficial.

Worst U.S. whooping cough outbreak in a decade has infected thousands

Experts are concerned that the outbreak could worsen in the fall and winter months.

Obesity rates hold steady, but severe obesity is on the rise

According to new government research, about 4 in 10 Americans have obesity overall and about 1 in 10 have severe obesity.

Alcohol-free beer is gaining popularity, even at Oktoberfest

This year marked the first time an alcohol-free beer garden opened in Munich.

How to eat more like a vegetarian — even if you're not one

If you're a meat lover, these tips can help you dial back your meat intake and explore new flavors.

Mosquito-borne illnesses are rising: Here's how to protect yourself

Mosquitoes kill more people than any other creature in the world. So the key is — try not to get bitten.

El Rio Clinic considers parking expansion, Menlo Park residents concerned about community garden

Menlo Park neighborhood responds to potential changes as El Rio Clinic weighs options for additional employee parking space.

Updated COVID vaccines are coming soon

The new COVID vaccines are designed to keep the shots up to date with the virus, which keeps evolving to evade our immune systems.

Microplastics are everywhere, but are they harming us?

A surge in research into plastics in food and water is raising questions about the accumulation of microplastics in the body.

Got cold symptoms? Here's when kids should take a sick day from school

Schools and health experts are now saying it is OK to send children to class with some symptoms of illness, including a runny nose or cough.

Got a new baby? How to fairly split chores and child care (and avoid resentment)

The division of roles and responsibilities is the biggest difficulty that parents face when bringing home a new baby.

Pima County heat program converts old Tucson jail facility into latest cooling center

Tucsonans now have access to a new cooling center at the Mission Annex facility — a former minimum-security jail — on the city’s west side.

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