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HealthApr 7

Kennedy Modifies Membership Rules for CDC Vaccine Advisory Panel

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has changed the membership requirements for a key CDC vaccine advisory committee following a recent court decision.

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HealthMay 31

Egg Freezing Demand Surges Among Women Despite High Costs and No Guarantees

Demand for egg freezing procedures has increased significantly as women delay childbearing, though the costly treatment remains expensive without insurance coverage.

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HealthMay 27

Vermont becomes first US state to ban paraquat herbicide over Parkinson's concerns

Vermont enacted the nation's first state-level ban on paraquat, a weedkilling pesticide linked to increased Parkinson's disease risk.

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HealthMay 14

Connecticut Confirms First Clade I Mpox Case in U.S.

Connecticut health officials confirmed the first case of clade I mpox in the United States after a patient traveled to Western Europe.

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HealthMar 31

Columbia Scientists Develop RNA Therapy to Repair Heart Attack Damage

Researchers at Columbia University have created a two-step RNA therapy that could potentially repair cardiovascular tissue damaged by heart attacks.

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HealthMay 12

BBC Investigation Highlights Concerns Over Baby Sleep Advice and Maternity Care

BBC investigation reveals sleep experts giving advice contrary to NHS guidelines while couple shares stillbirth experience ahead of maternity review.

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HealthApr 16

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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HealthMay 2

WHO Approves First Malaria Treatment for Babies Under Six Months

The World Health Organization has prequalified the first malaria treatment specifically designed for babies, addressing a critical gap in care for newborns.

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HealthMay 11

NHS to Grant Palantir Contractors 'Unlimited Access' to Patient Data

Britain's National Health Service will provide Palantir contractors with extensive access to patient data, according to Financial Times reporting.

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HealthMay 1

Cigna to Exit Affordable Care Act Exchanges in 2027

Health insurer Cigna announced plans to withdraw from ACA marketplaces in 2027, citing marketplace challenges following the end of enhanced federal subsidies.

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HealthMay 23

Investigation Reveals Billing Issues at Autism Therapy Clinics Serving Young Children

A Times investigation found rapid growth in autism therapy clinics has led to overbilling, fraud concerns and potential harm to preschoolers.

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HealthMay 1

FDA Expands Access to Experimental Pancreatic Cancer Drug

The FDA has granted expanded access to daraxonrasib, an experimental drug for pancreatic cancer patients.

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HealthApr 9

California Attorney General Files Charges in $267M Hospice Fraud Case

California officials charged 21 suspects in a hospice fraud scheme that allegedly defrauded the state of $267 million.

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HealthMay 31

Brazil Investigates Suspected Ebola Case as Global Health Concerns Continue

Brazilian health authorities are investigating a suspected Ebola case in São Paulo amid ongoing global health surveillance efforts.

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HealthApr 23

Chemical Leak at West Virginia Plant Kills 2, Injures 19

A chemical reaction at a silver recovery facility in West Virginia resulted in two deaths and 19 hospitalizations.

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