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U.S. Rep. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., in studio at Arizona Public Media, July 5, 2017.

McSally: Health Care Should Meet Arizona's Needs

Jul 6, 2017 The Arizona Republican voted for the House health care bill.
Blood donations have slowed in Southern Arizona.

Southern Arizona Dry in More Than One Way: 'Blood Drought'

Jul 5, 2017 Blood banks are running low as donations slow.

Researcher: Health Care Changes Would be 'Devastating'

Jul 5, 2017 UA Professor Daniel Derksen talks about proposed legislation and what it means in Arizona.
Syrian chef Shahd Baeij

A Woman from Syria Shares Flavors of her Homeland

Jun 29, 2017 Also on Arizona Spotlight: A public forum at TMC examines the future of Arizona health care; how this week's Supreme Court ruling affects immigration; and join some of the estimated 1,500 people who walk and run on Tumamoc Hill every day.
A common sight on the Navajo Nation, this stand is just south of Cameron.

Fry Bread Nation: A Tragic Necessity

Jun 29, 2017 The staple food on the Navajo Nation simultaneously calls up historical trauma, perseverance, pride and public health issues.
650 people watched TMC's health care forum in person, and the Facebook video of the event has topped 2,500 views.

Tucsonans Ask About Congressional Bills' Impact on Health Care, Jobs

Jun 27, 2017 Tucson Medical Center panel of experts answer questions about AHCA and BCRA.

Changing Your Sleep Habits is Worth It, UA Researcher Says

Jun 26, 2017 Not getting enough sleep can result in memory and concentration issues, but also high blood pressure.

How Might Your Coverage Change? TMC Event to Talk Health Care Legislation

Jun 26, 2017 Event will feature a panel of five experts talking about proposed health care legislation.

Health Care Reforms Could Mean 400K Lose Insurance in Arizona

Jun 23, 2017 State-funded insurance losses would be greatest in rural places, possible result would be rural hospital closures.
The Susan G. Komen Arizona nonprofit has announced it is closing.

Susan G. Komen Arizona to Close After 24 Years

Jun 21, 2017 The group breast cancer nonprofit cited declining funding as the cause.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Ozone Warning Issued as Temperatures Set to Exceed 110 Degrees

Jun 19, 2017 The weather system that is bringing the heat also prevents pollutants from leaving the air.
The sun sets after a hot summer day.

Officials: Take Caution as Tucson Heat Creeps Toward 115

Jun 15, 2017 An excessive-heat warning is in effect for the area this weekend.
Jordan Dainey, 23, hopes that by telling her story she can reach people looking for hope.

Losing Yourself to Opioids, and 'Finding That Person Again'

Jun 15, 2017 Part 2: Q&A with a young woman in Tucson being treated for addiction.
The entrance to the Nogales Border Patrol Station, February 2017.

Border Patrol Union Urges Screenings Following Thyroid Cancer in Agents

Jun 15, 2017 Union VP says the evidence seems to be pointing to X-ray scanners at checkpoints.

Heat and Ozone Levels Forecast to Rise in Tucson

Jun 14, 2017 Air pollutant could be at elevated levels through Friday; hot temperatures will last through the weekend.
Jordan Dainey says she started on the road to addiction with a prescription she received for back pain as a teenager.

When Addiction Starts With a Prescription

Jun 14, 2017 Part 1: Q&A with a young woman in Tucson being treated for addiction.

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