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Adult Abuse Cases Increasing in AZ

Arizona Capitol Times reports that the backlog of adult-protection cases has been growing as attention has been focused on efforts to reconstruct the state's child-protection agency.

Bicycle Month Highlights Common Safety Misconceptions

TPD recommends cyclists go beyond state law requirements for visibility, and drivers should watch for bicyclists.

New Medical Care Method Could Reduce Health Costs, Creator Says

Concerned with providing quality care while also lowering health care costs, the co-director of the UA's Center on Aging, Mindy Fain, created a new model for caring for elderly patients.

Health Equity in Pima County is Focus of Upcoming Event

Pima County's Health Dept. hosting panel to address issues, such as developing healthy lifestyles, equal access to health care.

All Un-Investigated Child Abuse Reports Assigned

The so-called CARE team named by Gov. Jan Brewer provided the latest update late Monday; the nearly 6,600 ignored reports have had a response they say.

AZ Planned Parenthood Disputes Deficiency Allegations

Health Service Dept. alleges record-keeping, patient-care shortcomings found in Glendale abortion clinic.; PP seeks to have accusations dismissed.

Local Group Hosts Special Prom for Teens with Cancer

Hosted by the Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation of S. Arizona, teens experience this high school rite of passage on their own terms.

ODs Leading Cause of Accidental Deaths in Pima County

Drug overdoses account for 34 percent of inadvertent fatalities in region; in 2013, 327 people died from this cause.

Tucson Program for Cancer Survivors Expanding Nationally

Founder of Beat Cancer Boot Camp combines passion for helping patients with working out.

9th Circuit Temporarily Grants Block of New AZ Abortion Rules

A federal judge had refused to OK Arizona Planned Parenthood's request; abortion regulations had gone into effect Tues.

Health Organization Trying to get Employees in Motion

More physical activity leads to better health, and could reduce employer health care costs

Children’s Bike Club Promises Health, Community Benefits

Tucson Boys & Girls Club’s new bike club brings children outdoors; researchers say outdoor play boosts physical, mental health.

Having a Bike That Fits Its Owner Important, Expert Says

According to Kurt Rosenquist of Fitworks Cycling Support a bike that properly fits the rider allows to minimize injury, among other benefits.

Suspended Surgeon Files a $18.96M Claim Against UA

Dr. Gruessner was put on administrative leave with pay last Sept. for allegedly altering transplant records; he denies accusations.

Fed Judge Unsure of Evidence for New Abortion Restrictions

He hear arguments Weds. in Tucson on request by AZ Planned Parenthood to temporarily block these regulations, which are set to start Tues.

Few understand the struggles that families and friends of victims face in the aftermath of homicide.

AZ Switching Execution Drug, Will Now Use Combo of 2

State no longer able to obtain previous one used for executions in Florence state prison.

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