Far more teens than previously thought are transgender or identify themselves using other nontraditional gender terms, new research suggests Source
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Born this way: Stories of young transgender children
Young people who say they have always known their gender did not match their biology, and their families, discuss how they cope with bullying, harassment and fear Source
Biden argues economy improving despite April unemployment numbers
The U.S. gained 266,000 new jobs in April, falling far short of the 1 million economists expected. Source
VA Secretary Shulkin on protecting whistleblowers, crisis hotline
Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin tells “CBS This Morning” co-host Norah O’Donnell about the reforms that have taken place since whistleblowers brought to light systemic issues at VA hospitals including waitlists and scheduling irregularities. He also discusses a 24/7 crisis hotline where veterans can call in and speak to other veterans. Source
VA secretary on fighting opioid crisis: “We can do more”
The secretary of Veterans Affairs is taking a hard look at his agency’s role in the country’s opioid epidemic. Norah O’Donnell spoke to Secretary David Shulkin about the over-prescribing of pain medications at VA medical centers and the strategies they are using to prevent further abuse. Source
VA secretary on addressing the needs of female veterans
In an interview with “CBS This Morning” co-host Norah O’Donnell, Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin discussed the higher rate of suicide among female veterans and how the VA has established specific women’s health centers. Source
Former Yahoo CEO testifies about security breach
Marissa Mayer, who ran Yahoo during the period when hackers breached all 3 billion user accounts, testified at a Senate hearing along with the former CEO of Equifax, which also suffered a massive security breach. Source
Chris Cornell autopsy report finds drugs didn’t contribute to death
Soundgarden frontman had sedatives and an anxiety drug in his system on the night he died by hanging himself Source
Chris Cornell’s daughter pays tribute to late singer
Toni Cornell, daughter of late Soundgarden rocker Chris Cornell, paid a moving tribute to her dad and late Linkin Park frontman Chester Bennington on Friday Source
Chris Cornell’s widow, Vicky, opens up on his addiction
Vicky Cornell, the widow of late rocker Chris Cornell, says he “loved his life” and was “the furthest thing from a rock star junkie” Source