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Medicine
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Endometriosis: 'It wasn't until I became a mother that I realised my period pain was the same level as labour pain'

Persistent pain and delayed diagnosis of endometriosis significantly impact mental health and self-esteem.
Relationships
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Conversations about infertility are hard, but essential | Letters

Infertility conversations lack a shared vocabulary, making support difficult; genuine communication involves acknowledging discomfort and expressing a desire to understand.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago

A son waits for a daily call from Iran saying his parents are still safe

Iranian Americans experience profound emotional conflict as military conflict between the U.S., Israel, and Iran directly threatens their families and divided loyalties between two countries.
fromIndependent
8 months ago

Louise McSharry: I used to think innocent children would be protected by so-called world leaders

After 658 days of the Israeli government's retaliation to Hamas's attack in October 2023, it feels like my heart has reached its capacity for stories of children in excruciating pain.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

The Guardian view on Ukraine's future: Putin may be gaining ground, but he is not winning | Editorial

Russian assaults are intensifying, with record casualties reported as the conflict continues, compounded by Ukraine's struggle to maintain solidarity amidst growing civilian suffering.
Europe politics
US politics
fromwww.sbsun.com
8 months ago

75-year-old California man wrongfully convicted of murdering wife awarded $25.2 million

William Richards was wrongfully convicted for 23 years, recently awarded $25.2 million after the Supreme Court confirmed his innocence.
fromLos Angeles Times
9 months ago

Shakira speaks out on the 'constant fear' immigrants face while living in the U.S.

This means living in constant fear. And it's painful to see... we have to raise our voices and make it very clear that a country can change its immigration policies, but the treatment of all people must always be humane.
Los Angeles
OMG science
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 months ago

Rare diseases often go undiagnosed or untreated in parts of Africa. A project seeks to change that

The article illustrates the impact of rare diseases on families, highlighting the emotional toll and challenges faced in accessing timely medical care.
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