Health

8 statistics that explain the rural doctor shortage

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How states compare by the shortage of mental health professionals—and how much they fall short

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Best and worst states for health care

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Healthiest states for seniors

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24 causes of death—and how likely they are to happen

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6 stats that show which teens receive mental health services—and why

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What drug ads disclose to consumers—and what they don't

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Deadliest cities for pedestrians

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Healthiest cities in America

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Most states have a school counselor shortage. Here's where they're needed the most

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