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More Americans survive cancer. But the psychological impacts can persist for years

Natalie Krebs

Due to advancements in treatment and screening, more Americans are surviving cancer. But many are left with lingering mental health challenges like anxiety and depression.
Michael Siluk

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GLP-1s appear to protect against cancer. Researchers are trying to figure out how

Yuki Noguchi

Recent studies suggest the weight loss and diabetes drugs may prevent cancer and slow its progression. While weight loss is known to curb cancer risks, GLP-1s may act on other brain and metabolic pathways to prevent cancer.

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The Supreme Court is in its final stretch this term. Here are the major cases left

Nina Totenberg

The Supreme Court is heading into its crunch time, the part of the year when the justices are racing to finish decisions and dissents in the cases that remain undecided. Here's what's left.
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Maine's Senate race and much more. Here are the primary contests to watch today

The NPR Network

Republican incumbents are facing tough challenges in Maine and Nevada. In South Carolina, a crowded field of MAGA-devoted Republicans are facing off to be the next governor.
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California's attorney general refutes Trump's baseless claim of election fraud

Leila Fadel

President Trump is casting doubt on the results of California's primaries, claiming there was voter fraud. NPR's Leila Fadel asks Attorney General Rob Bonta about the baseless claim.