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Older Women Once Trusted Social Security. Now They Aren’t So Sure
The fear and uncertainty transcends politics, with both Democratic and Republican women over 65 expressing similar doubts.
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New Mexico Will Be The 1st State To Make Child Care Free
The initiative is expected to save families $12,000 per child annually.
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The Number Of Family Caregivers Is Surging
A new report shows that more than 63 million Americans serve as family caregivers — and they’re managing financial risks, poor health and isolation.
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How Election Workers Are Helping Voters Cast Ballots In Hurricane Zones
Hurricanes Milton and Helene struck within weeks of a historic presidential election and will impact voting for some Americans.
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Wildfire Smoke Is A Health Risk For Pregnant People — Both Physically And Mentally
A new report recommends providing better education for pregnant people on environmental health risks and increasing access to air purifiers.
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Supreme Court Upholds Law Barring Those With Domestic Violence Restraining Orders From Possessing Firearms
At issue was a 1994 federal gun control law, and whether it conflicted with a 2022 Supreme Court ruling.
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The Au Pair Program Is Broken — Just Like The Rest Of American Child Care
International au pairs provide low-cost care to U.S. families — but it’s a system plagued with problems of pay and lack of protections. And almost nobody likes the proposed fix.