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VERIFYING which Thanksgiving foods are safe for pets

Holidays

No, eating turkey does not make you sleepy

Eating a few slices of turkey isn’t enough to put you to sleep on Thanksgiving. Instead, experts say eating a lot of carbs can help induce that post-meal nap.
Holidays

Refrigerated Thanksgiving leftovers are safe to eat for 4 days

The U.S. Department of Agriculture says the Monday after Thanksgiving is the last day people can safely eat refrigerated leftovers.
Health

No, health data from most period-tracking apps is not protected under HIPAA

HIPAA applies to covered entities, like health care providers that conduct electronic transactions — not the vast majority of apps that track periods and pregnancy.
Health

Data from period-tracking apps is not protected under HIPAA

HIPAA applies to covered entities, like health care providers that conduct electronic transactions — not the vast majority of apps that track periods and pregnancy.
Health

Claims suggesting NIH declared that fluoride in water 'reduces the IQ of children' are misleading

Viral posts are taking a recent report about fluoride and kids’ IQ out of context.
Donald Trump

Yes, gender-affirming care for transgender prisoners was available during the Trump administration

In response to an attack ad, Kamala Harris claimed Trump’s administration followed the law by offering medical care to transgender inmates. That’s true.
Health

No, raw milk is not safe to drink

Over the years, people online have spread the idea that raw milk can improve gut health and treat allergies. But these are myths.
Coronavirus

Yes, you can now get free COVID-19 tests from the federal government

As of Sept. 26, households are now able to order additional free testing kits that detect current COVID-19 variants.
Kamala Harris

Ad claiming Harris supports transition-related care for transgender prisoners needs context

Vice President Kamala Harris supported transition-related care for transgender prisoners in the past, but the policy is not part of her current platform.
Coronavirus

You can order four more free COVID testing kits from government

In late September, households will be able to order additional free testing kits that detect current COVID-19 variants.
Medicare

No, traditional Medicare doesn't offer grocery cards or other non-medical benefits

Some Medicare Advantage plans, which are private health insurance plans not run by the government like traditional Medicare, may offer grocery cards.