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Missoula police share 4/20 reminder on drug-impaired driving

Missoula police share 4/20 reminder on drug-impaired driving

MISSOULA, Mont. — According to the Missoula Police Department (MPD), driving under the influence of drugs is illegal and they urged people to plan ahead before getting on the road around on April 20. MPD reported drugs, including marijuana, can affect reaction time, cognitive performance and a driver’s ability to

Mom’s stiffness from running leads to Parkinson’s diagnosis

Mom’s stiffness from running leads to Parkinson’s diagnosis

By Ben Barry A mom of two who blamed her stiff leg on a running injury was diagnosed with Parkinson's - and has been fitted with a "pacemaker for the brain." Jessica Krauser, 44, first spotted the tremor in 2017 while reading at church and speaking at

Pesticides on produce may play role in lung cancer in non-smokers

Pesticides on produce may play role in lung cancer in non-smokers

By Stephen Beech A "healthy" diet featuring plenty of fruit and vegetables can increase the risk of lung cancer, suggests new research. Eating fruits, greens and whole grains is usually recommended by doctors to lower the risk of several diseases. including cancer. But it may actually put non-

Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support

Why the future of marijuana legalization remains hazy despite high public support

(DES MOINES, IOWA) Thousands of Americans will soon gather to celebrate April 20 – or “4/20” – the most important day of the year for cannabis enthusiasts. But this year, a cloud of uncertainty will hang over these celebrations. After years of success, the movement to legalize recreational and medical cannabis

Perimenopause symptoms: What women 35 and up need to know now

Perimenopause symptoms: What women 35 and up need to know now

Perimenopause symptoms: What women 35 and up need to know now For women in the perimenopause years, normal is a complicated word. Normal means the pain is real, but nothing is showing up on the X-ray or MRI. It means you leave the appointment with no solutions, just a

Christina Applegate’s Rep Responds to Report of Actress’ Hospitalization

Christina Applegate, who was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS) in 2021, has reportedly been hospitalized in Los Angeles. TMZ reported on April 16 that the actress was admitted to the hospital in late March, and her rep responded to the story with a vague statement. “I have no comment on

'Power of prevention': Manhattan school counselor earns statewide recognition

MANHATTAN — Morgan Barber didn’t set out to become a school counselor, but years of building support systems for students in Manhattan schools have now earned her recognition as Montana’s School Counselor of the Year. Her path to the role has been anything but linear. After moving to the