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Complaints about gaps in Medicare Advantage networks are common. Federal enforcement is rare.
Growing older comes with its fair share of challenges, including health setbacks and serious diseases. For many seniors, having a…
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A New More Severe Flu Variant Is Spreading In The U.S. Here’s What To Know
A new mutated strain of the common flu, Influenza H3N2, subclade K, is currently spreading across the northern hemisphere, including…
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SNAP, Covid lawsuits, weed and alcohol: Morning Rounds
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Botulism cases in infants rise to 31 amid ongoing recall of ByHeart baby formula, FDA says
The number of reported cases of botulism linked to ByHeart baby formula has doubled following the company’s expansion of its…
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Big Pharma Has Spent Nearly $150 Billion On M&A (So Far) In 2025
The biotech industry has been abuzz with deal-making activity, with Merck’s recent acquisition of Cidara Therapeutics for $9.2 billion making…
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RFK Jr.’s thimerosal warning sparks global vaccine concerns
This change came at a cost, both in terms of expense and logistics. Vaccines are a critical tool in preventing…
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Nearly 1 in 30 clinical trials, including cancer research, affected by NIH cuts, paper says
A recent study revealed that nearly 1 in 30 clinical trials were disrupted due to funding cuts to the National…
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‘Vape! The Grease Parody’ Features The Humor And Harms Of E-Cigarettes
The off-Broadway musical “Vape! The Grease Parody” takes a satirical look at vaping, a growing public health concern. Set in…
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New warning on Sarepta’s Elevidys gene therapy for DMD
The recent FDA warnings and restrictions placed on Sarepta Therapeutics’ gene therapy, Elevidys, have brought attention to a crucial heart-safety…
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Huge new study on breast cancer and birth control shows how science can be distorted
In the age of social media, misinformation about women’s health is spreading rapidly. Recently, a new study conducted in Sweden…
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