Health4d ago
Brain-Related Health Cases Highlight Diagnostic Challenges
Two separate cases involving brain-related health conditions demonstrate ongoing challenges in medical diagnosis and treatment.
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HealthApr 3
EPA Adds Microplastics to Water Contaminant Watch List as HHS Launches Health Study
The EPA has added microplastics to its drinking water contaminant candidate list while HHS announced a national study on microplastics' health effects.
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HealthApr 7
California Doctor Linked to $71.7 Million in Hospice Medicare Claims Across 126 Facilities
A CBS News investigation found one Los Angeles County physician associated with Medicare claims for nearly 2,800 hospice patients in a single year.
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HealthApr 9
Florida Woman Forced to Have C-Section After Court Ruling During Labor
A Florida court allowed a hospital to perform a cesarean section on a woman against her wishes if deemed medically necessary during an emergency.
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HealthApr 8
Federal judge allows continued mifepristone distribution while ordering FDA safety review
A federal judge ruled the abortion pill mifepristone can remain available by mail nationwide while requiring the FDA to conduct a safety review.
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Health6d ago
Study Links Daily Avocado and Mango Consumption to Improved Heart Function
Research shows adults with prediabetes experienced improved vascular function after eating one avocado and one cup of mango daily for eight weeks.
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HealthApr 6
Social Media Trend 'Looksmaxxing' Drives Teens to Use Dangerous Steroids
A viral social media trend called 'looksmaxxing' is encouraging teenage boys to use powerful steroids not approved for humans, raising health concerns.
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HealthApr 5
Nonprofit RAM Provides Free Medical Care to Uninsured Americans Amid Access Barriers
A nonprofit organization called RAM operates free health clinics for Americans lacking access to affordable medical care, drawing patients who travel long distances and wait days for treatment.
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HealthApr 8
Healthcare Access Challenges Emerge as States Face Budget Pressures, Clinic Closures
States are reducing Medicaid services while urgent care centers consider expanding abortion access as traditional clinics close nationwide.
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HealthApr 6
US Faces Growing Dependence on China for Pharmaceutical Supply Chain
Analysis highlights America's increasing reliance on Chinese pharmaceutical manufacturing as potential national security concern.
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Health5d ago
Two teenagers die in M1 bridge crash involving minibus in Leicestershire
Two teenagers died when their car left a bridge on Gilmorton Lane near the M1, with four minibus occupants hospitalized.
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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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HealthApr 9
Healthcare Coverage Challenges Face Consumers and States
High-deductible health plans present financial hurdles for consumers while states struggle with Medicaid administrative capacity.
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HealthApr 3
FDA recalls over 3.1 million eye drop bottles sold at major retailers
The FDA announced a recall of more than 3.1 million eye drop bottles sold at Walgreens, CVS, and other major retailers due to sterility concerns.
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HealthApr 3
Federal authorities target California healthcare fraud with arrests, provider suspensions
FBI arrests eight people in $60 million healthcare fraud scheme as task force suspends 221 hospice and healthcare providers in California.
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