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HealthMar 8

NHS Expected to Halt Puberty Blocker Prescriptions for Under-18s

The UK's National Health Service is reportedly preparing to stop prescribing puberty blockers to transgender youth under 18.

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HealthMar 25

Studies Find Health Benefits for Children from Maternal Vaccines, ADHD Medication

Recent research shows COVID vaccines during pregnancy protect babies and ADHD medication may reduce psychosis risk in children.

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HealthApr 25

Federal Funding Cuts Impact HIV Prevention and Violence Reduction Programs

Reduced federal support threatens health and safety programs previously credited with significant public health achievements.

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HealthApr 12

England to Ban Deep-Fried Foods in School Meals Starting 2027

New food standards for English schools will prohibit deep-fried items like fish and chips and chicken nuggets as part of childhood obesity prevention efforts.

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HealthApr 17

Four Separate Health Initiatives Address Various Medical Challenges

Multiple health-related developments emerge across different areas including diabetes care, Medicare coverage, fungal research, and medical education.

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HealthApr 10

Study Links GLP-1 Drugs Like Ozempic to Increased Divorce Risk

Research suggests users of weight-loss drugs including Ozempic may face doubled divorce rates, similar to patterns seen in bariatric surgery patients.

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HealthMar 23

Health Screening Access Issues Emerge Across Demographics and Regions

Multiple health challenges affecting different populations highlight gaps in disease prevention and healthcare access.

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HealthApr 3

Health Officials Report Rise in Vaccine-Preventable Diseases Globally

Health authorities are documenting increases in deadly bacterial and viral infections as vaccination rates decline in multiple regions worldwide.

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HealthMar 5

Dentists Return £900m to NHS Over Two Years as Private Practice Increases

NHS dentists returned nearly £900 million in unused funding over two years, representing approximately one-seventh of allocated resources.

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HealthMay 7

Amazon to offer Ozempic through U.S. kiosks with same-day delivery

Amazon plans to make the diabetes medication Ozempic available at kiosks across the United States with same-day delivery options.

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HealthMar 22

Meningitis Cases in Kent Outbreak Fall to 20 After Further Testing

UK health officials report meningitis cases in Kent have decreased from 23 to 20 after retesting, with two deaths confirmed and a separate case at another college.

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HealthApr 30

Trump Administration Issues Guidance on Hospital Food Policies

The Trump administration has directed hospitals and nursing homes to limit sugary drinks and supplements in favor of whole foods.

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HealthApr 16

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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HealthApr 22

Massachusetts doctor indicted on 81 sexual assault charges involving 22 victims

A Massachusetts doctor faces 81 new charges including rape and assault allegedly involving 22 patients at Brigham and Women's hospitals.

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HealthApr 21

Amazon Launches Weight Loss Program as UnitedHealth Faces Medicare Obesity Challenges

Amazon debuts GLP-1 weight loss services while UnitedHealth reports difficulties with Medicare obesity treatment programs.

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