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HealthApr 17

Medical tourism risks highlighted as Florida surgeon faces scrutiny over patient deaths

Concerns over medical tourism safety emerge alongside investigation of Florida surgeon linked to multiple patient deaths.

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HealthApr 17

Weight Loss Medications Show Side Effects While New Obesity Drug Launches

A study reveals menstrual irregularities in 4% of weight loss medication users as Eli Lilly's new obesity pill receives 1,390 prescriptions in its first week.

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HealthMar 17

Gunman killed, one hospitalized after shooting at Georgia VA clinic

A shooting at a Veterans Affairs clinic in Jasper, Georgia left one person hospitalized and the gunman dead after police response.

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HealthMay 2

Four hospitalized after shooting in Brixton, one in critical condition

Four people were shot and hospitalized when gunmen fired from a vehicle in Brixton, with one victim in life-threatening condition.

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HealthApr 1

Study Links Plastic Chemicals to Newborn Deaths and Premature Births

Research published in eClinicalMedicine found two common plastic chemicals associated with increased rates of infant mortality and preterm delivery.

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HealthMar 31

West Virginia passes insurance reform bill after cancer patient's death

West Virginia enacted legislation targeting insurance prior authorization practices following Eric Tennant's death after his cancer treatment was delayed by coverage denials.

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HealthMar 31

Study Examines High-Dose Vitamin B3 as Potential Glioblastoma Treatment

Research suggests high-dose niacin therapy may slow progression of aggressive brain cancer, with 82% of patients stable after six months.

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HealthMar 31

Seven families claim wrong donor material used at Northern Cyprus IVF clinic

Parents of seven children believe incorrect sperm or egg donors were used during fertility treatments at an IVF clinic in Northern Cyprus.

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HealthJun 2

Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crashes Kill Children in Wales and Cornwall

Separate traffic accidents in Wales and Cornwall resulted in multiple fatalities and serious injuries involving children.

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HealthMar 14

Medicare Chief Dr. Oz Vows Crackdown on Hospice Fraud Following CBS Investigation

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, pledged to combat hospice fraud after CBS News investigation revealed red flags in LA County hospices.

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HealthApr 8

Three Separate Medical Developments Show Evolving Treatment Landscape

Recent developments in male hair loss medication, weight-loss drugs, and hormone therapies highlight advances in personalized medicine and regulatory changes.

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HealthMar 13

Lawsuit Filed Against David Protein Over Alleged Calorie Mislabeling

A lawsuit alleges David Protein bars contain more calories and fat than listed on nutrition labels, which the company disputes.

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HealthApr 29

Study Links Early Metal Exposure to Childhood Behavior Issues Through Baby Teeth Analysis

Researchers used baby teeth to identify when infant brains are most vulnerable to toxic metals and connected exposure to later behavioral problems.

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HealthMar 28

Four arrested in murder investigation after woman found dead in Leeds street

Police arrested four people on suspicion of murder after a young woman was found unconscious on a Leeds street and later died in hospital.

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HealthMay 31

Pennsylvania Woman Sought by FBI for Alleged Cancer Fraud Scheme

FBI seeks Pennsylvania woman who allegedly faked brain cancer diagnosis to defraud friends and family of thousands of dollars for personal vacations.

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