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FDA recommends ban of potent 7-OH kratom variant

By Morgan Fischer

Jul 31, 2025

The synthetic variant is legal and has opioid-like effects. One official called it “a recipe for a public safety disaster.”

Arizona canceled $429M in medical debt. Which residents qualify?

By TJ L'Heureux

Jul 18, 2025

Gov. Katie Hobbs announced that roughly 352,000 Arizonans will have their medical debt automatically wiped out.

Valley medical team goes mobile for musicians in need

By Natalia Jarrett

Jul 15, 2025

Dr. Housecalls of the Valley has performers covered, providing on-site treatment, from injuries to an invigorating IV.

5 ways governor hopeful Andy Biggs voted to screw over Arizona

By Morgan Fischer

Jul 8, 2025

GOP Rep. Andy Biggs dutifully passed Donald Trump’s budget bill, which will hurt the state Biggs aspires to lead.

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Feeling the heat: Phoenix is at the ‘epicenter’ of the climate crisis

By Jerod MacDonald-Evoy | Arizona Mirror

Jul 4, 2025

Climate change is making Phoenix hotter — and more dangerous, experts say. Are we approaching a breaking point?

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It’s a Die Heat: 9 ways the Arizona summer will kill you

By Phoenix New Times Staff

Jun 19, 2025

This is not the time of year to fuck around in Arizona. In the brutal summer, death is always waiting to catch you slipping.

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Protesting in the Arizona summer? What to bring so you don’t die

By Morgan Fischer

Jun 18, 2025

The Arizona heat won’t relent for several months. If you’re going to protest, here’s how to do it safely.

Arizona has measles: What to know about the Navajo County outbreak

By Morgan Fischer

Jun 11, 2025

After initially dodging the country’s huge measles outbreak, Arizona has caught one of the world’s most infectious diseases.

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You can do ketamine therapy at home in Arizona. Is that a good idea?

By Morgan Fischer

Jun 5, 2025

Companies operating in Arizona mail ketamine for at-home mental health treatment. One expert calls it a “terrible idea.”

6 tips for staying safely active in Arizona summer heat

By Susan Yeargin | The Conversation

May 31, 2025

Summer in Phoenix doesn't mean you have to hibernate, as long as you follow these tips for good health in high temperatures.

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Arizona still has 37 abortion restrictions. A lawsuit seeks to void them

By Morgan Fischer

May 27, 2025

A group of abortion advocates is suing to knock down some of Arizona’s most restrictive remaining abortion limits.

Phoenix disability creator on living with a rare chronic illness

By Cheyla Daverman | Cronkite News

May 25, 2025

Dani Medina is on a mission to thrive and educate others about Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.

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FDA changes COVID-19 vaccine approval: Can you still get one?

By Libby Richards | The Conversation

May 23, 2025

If you’re after a COVID-19 booster this year, it might be hard to obtain. Here’s what you should know.

Health vs. Wealth: Arizona groups coordinate to save Medicaid from GOP

By Morgan Fischer

May 14, 2025

A GOP budget proposal cuts Medicaid, which serves 2 million Arizonans, by $880 billion. These groups hope to stop it.

Phoenix studio Urban Yoga flourishes under new owners

By Alessandra De Zubeldia

May 12, 2025

More types of yoga and Spanish-language classes and training are among the studio's new offerings.

A measles outbreak is ‘inevitable’ in Arizona. Are we ready?

By Morgan Fischer

May 6, 2025

Arizona hasn’t had a measles case — yet. But with a low vaccination rate and funding cutbacks, an outbreak is inevitable.

GOP official loses it, publicly blames bereaved man for mom’s heat death

By TJ L'Heureux

May 1, 2025

Heat killed a woman after APS cut her power last May. State utility regulator Nick Myers told her son, “I'm more blaming you.”

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Parents rejoice as lawmakers avert disabilities program funding crisis

By Morgan Fischer

Apr 24, 2025

Hostages in a long political fight, parents of disabled kids can finally breathe. “I totally broke down,” said one advocate.

These Arizona counties have the worst air pollution

By TJ L'Heureux

Apr 24, 2025

Maricopa County is racking up “F” grades for its air quality, according to the American Lung Association.

Lawmakers finally vote to fund program for parents of disabled kids

By Morgan Fischer

Apr 23, 2025

Republicans and Gov. Katie Hobbs ended a standoff over the program, which helps parents care for their disabled children.

Health & Wellness

Op-ed: Cannabis rescheduling hinges on Trump

Op-ed: GOP health care cuts will wreck AZ families

Health & Wellness

Op-ed: Cannabis rescheduling hinges on Trump

Op-ed: GOP health care cuts will wreck AZ families

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