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Health4h ago

UK COVID-19 Inquiry Praises Vaccine Rollout While Highlighting Compensation Gaps

British inquiry finds COVID vaccine program saved hundreds of thousands of lives but calls for improved support for those who experienced adverse effects.

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Health20h ago

States Restrict Health Coverage as Federal Programs Face Budget Changes

Multiple states are reducing Medicaid coverage for weight-loss drugs while federal health programs undergo policy modifications.

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Health18h ago

Severe Weather Threatens Over 125 Million People Across Central U.S. and Hawaii

More than 125 million people face severe weather risks as tornado watches are issued across the Central U.S. while Hawaii deals with storm aftermath.

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Health18h ago

FDA to review restrictions on peptide therapies amid Kennedy administration push

The FDA will hold a summer meeting to consider easing restrictions on seven peptide injections, following Health Secretary RFK Jr.'s advocacy for these unproven therapies.

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Health1d ago

Florida Doctor Indicted on Manslaughter Charges for Allegedly Removing Wrong Organ

A Florida doctor faces manslaughter charges after allegedly removing a patient's liver instead of spleen during surgery, resulting in the patient's death.

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Health4h ago

Investigation Finds Lead Contamination at Half of New Orleans Playground Sites

Testing revealed lead contamination at 50% of New Orleans playgrounds examined, prompting calls for $5 million in federal cleanup funding.

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Health8h ago

Woman in ICE detention hospitalized after delayed medical care, lawyer says

Hayam El Gamal was taken to emergency room after detention center allegedly delayed CT scan for weeks despite chest symptoms.

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Health7h ago

Eli Lilly Obesity Drug Shows Cardiovascular Benefits in Late-Stage Trial

Pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly announced positive results from a late-stage clinical trial of its obesity medication showing reduced cardiovascular risks.

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Health12h ago

Review Questions Effectiveness of Alzheimer's Drug Class, Sparks Expert Debate

A major review concluded certain Alzheimer's drugs provide minimal clinical benefit, drawing criticism from experts who say the analysis was flawed.

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Health1d ago

Multiple Health Studies Show Mixed Trends in Disease Prevention and Drug Resistance

Recent studies reveal declining overdose deaths and STIs alongside rising concerns about wildlife disease spillover and antibiotic resistance.

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Health15h ago

Rural Hospital Closes Dialysis Unit While Colorado Facility Expands Language Services

A Nebraska hospital shuttered its dialysis center despite state funding for rural healthcare, while a Colorado hospital trains staff as interpreters.

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Health1d ago

Judge Halts Changes to CDC Vaccine Recommendations Under Trump Administration

A judge's stay has blocked Trump administration changes to CDC vaccine guidance, affecting recommendations for flu and COVID shots.

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Health1d ago

NHS Faces Scrutiny Over Palantir Software Rollout Amid Staff Concerns

The NHS implementation of Palantir data software has drawn criticism from lawmakers and internal staff warnings about public criticism of the rollout.

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Health1d ago

Eastern US faces record-threatening heat wave unusual for mid-April

An unusual April heat wave is expected to challenge temperature records across the eastern United States on Wednesday, with cities like New York and Philadelphia forecast to reach the low 90s.

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Health1d ago

FDA Requests Additional Safety Data from Eli Lilly on Weight-Loss Drug Foundayo

The FDA is asking Eli Lilly to collect more safety information on its newly approved weight-loss pill Foundayo, including potential liver and heart risks.

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