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Long-haul COVID comes into focus thanks to St. Louis doctor’s research Jan 27, 2022

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When St. Louis gastroenterologist Dr. Leonard Weinstock realized how much long-haul COVID-19 had in common with a little-known syndrome, he snapped to attention. He and a patient discuss how his research has led to a potential breakthrough in treating her long COVID.

‘The Real Killer’ details how the wrong man served decades in prison for a St. Louis murder Jan 27, 2022

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Leah Rothman and Kay Lincoln discuss the case for Rodney Lincoln’s innocence and the new podcast that details his wrongful conviction for the murder of JoAnn Tate.

Drummer Montez Coleman had ‘great grooves’ — and made fellow musicians shine Jan 26, 2022

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Jazz drummer Montez Coleman, a native of East St. Louis who returned to the Gateway City after years in New York City, recently died at age 48. Fellow musicians remember him as a joy-filled performer — and friend.

Want good grades? Stick to a sleep schedule, Wash U study finds Jan 26, 2022

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A new study suggests that even more than sleep quantity, sleep consistency is critical for young adults’ happiness and cognitive functioning. Washington University psychologist Tim Bono discusses what we can all take from its findings — and how to fine-tune our sleep patterns.

Lipedema gets new attention from St. Louis doctors after years of neglect, misdiagnosis Jan 26, 2022

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Lipedema is a big problem for many women — yet the condition is frequently misdiagnosed. Dr. Thomas Wright discusses what happens when it goes untreated, and how a new study at Washington University School of Medicine seeks to advance understanding of its biology.

A St. Louis woman discovered her mom’s secret past — as a Vietnamese rock star Jan 25, 2022

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Dr. Hannah Ha recently uncovered a surprising secret about her mother: Before fleeing Vietnam, Phương Tâm had been a rock star in her native Saigon. Ha and music producer Mark Gergis discuss South Vietnam’s thriving 1960s music scene — and how they compiled Tâm’s decades-old recordings in a new album.

For 2 vegan businesses, St. Louis proved the perfect launch pad Jan 25, 2022

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Marc Connor of Rootberry and Rita Childers of Core + Rind both started exploring vegan food after they found it left them more energized and healthier. Now, they’re on a mission to bring plant-based foods to even the most stubborn carnivores — and they’re doing it from St. Louis.

How the St. Louis Zoo cares for its 3 quinquagenarian elephants Jan 24, 2022

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Three elephants at the St. Louis Zoo recently celebrated their 50th birthday. It’s a remarkable milestone, and zoological manager Katie Pilgram-Kloppe explains how the zoo provides specialized care for its “golden girls.”

Olympian credits St. Louis speedskating scene for his start Jan 24, 2022

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Speedskater Ian Quinn heads to the Winter Games in Beijing on Thursday. He discusses his humble beginnings as an 8-year-old kid in St. Louis and the changes he made to win a spot on the Olympic team after two previous attempts.

A Red Circle aims to open a grocery store owned and operated by north county residents Jan 24, 2022

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North St. Louis County residents lack options for high quality, affordable produce. A Red Circle is raising money for something its executive director believes will help meet the need: a community-owned and operated grocery store.

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