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We're excited to work alongside Maria Shriver in the opening of our new Women's Comprehensive Health and Research Center.
It will transform how we deliver ... Show more newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2024/04/17/cleveland-clinic-launches-new-womens-comprehensive-health-and-research-center
InnovationRx: Legislation Could Prevent Pharma Companies From Working With Chinese Contractors
forbes.com/sites/katiejennings/2024/04/17/innovationrx-legislation-could-prevent-pharma-companies-from-working-with-chinese-contractors/
Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound found to reduce sleep apnea, company says: Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound was found to reduce obstructive sleep ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eli-lillys-weight-loss-drug-zepbound-found-reduce-sleep-apnea-company-rcna148113
Counterfeit Botox has been found in several states. Here’s what consumers should know.
cnn.com/2024/04/16/health/counterfeit-botox-what-to-know/
Free COVID Home Test Kits Are Still Available: Here's How to Get Them: If you think you might have COVID, don't panic: You have plenty of options for free ...
cnet.com/health/free-covid-home-test-kits-are-still-available-heres-how-to-get-them/
Zepbound weight loss drug shortage has no immediate end in sight, Eli Lilly says: Zepbound drugmaker Eli Lilly is working to increase its weight loss drug supply ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/zepbound-shortage-eli-lilly-weight-loss-drug-rcna148232
Some Older Women Need Extra Breast Scans. Why Won’t Medicare Pay?: Mammography can miss tumors in women with dense breasts, so their doctors often include ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/19/health/dense-breast-mammograms-medicare.html
Meningococcal disease on the rise in the US: Meningococcal disease is on the rise in the US. Here from a Mayo Clinic expert about this bacterial infection and ...
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/meningococcal-disease-on-the-rise-in-the-us/
Mayo Clinic RegenBio Summit 2024 registration opens, keynotes announced: Registration is open and keynote speakers for Mayo Clinic RegenBio Summit 2024 include ...
newsnetwork.mayoclinic.org/discussion/mayo-clinic-regenbio-summit-2024-registration-opens-keynotes-announced/
Why some U.S. adults may need another dose of measles vaccine: Falling vaccination rates and a sharp rise in cases are raising questions for older adults who got ...
ajc.com/news/health-news/why-some-adults-may-need-another-dose-of-measles-vaccine/Q3OITMRBOVHTTJ4BHRLMBY5NSE/
Aaron Rodgers' HIV Comments Spark Furious Backlash: The New York Jets quarterback has become known for sharing his controversial opinions and he is currently ...
newsweek.com/aaron-rodgers-hiv-comments-backlash-1891122
Becerra says rural health would improve if states expand Medicaid: Rural health outcomes would improve if more states expanded Medicaid, Health and Human ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4597920-becerra-hhs-rural-health-states-expand-medicaid-mississippi/
FDA classifies recall of Boston Scientific device as 'most serious': The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday classified a recall of Boston ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/fda-classifies-recall-boston-scientific-device-treat-hemorrhaging-most-serious-2024-04-17/
Neumora Therapeutics shares fall after clinical trial setback: Shares of Neumora Therapeutics fell more than 15 percent Monday morning after announcement that ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/15/business/neumora-therapeutics-schizophrenia-trial/
After son needed transplant at 19 months, MN parents urge others to become donors
fox9.com/news/after-toddler-son-needed-transplant-mn-parents-urge-others-to-become-donors
4/20 grew from humble roots to marijuana's high holiday: Marijuana advocates are gearing up for April 20. Known as 4/20, marijuana's high holiday on Saturday is ...
apnews.com/article/420-history-marijuana-07ecdd87c4756cc4a1dbd4ad3b1f682c
CDC warns that measles spike poses a 'renewed threat' to the disease's elimination
npr.org/2024/04/12/1244281332/measles-cases-spike-elimination-cdc
Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
Why Saw Palmetto Benefits Are Overstated: Saw palmetto is billed as an alternative treatment for prostate issues and other health concerns ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/saw-palmetto-benefits
Study: COVID-19 Vaccine Not Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death Among Young People: Cases of myocarditis and pericarditis have rarely been observed after COVID-19 ...
usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-04-11/study-covid-19-vaccine-not-linked-to-sudden-cardiac-death-among-young-people
U.S. Declared Measles Eliminated in 2000, New Outbreaks Could Change That: A surge in reported measles cases in the first quarter of 2024 is threatening the ...
healthline.com/health-news/u-s-declared-measles-eliminated-in-2000-new-outbreaks-could-change-that
Quick Glance: Measles Resurgence: Key Updates for Your Practice
- Measles have returned to the US, primarily due to declining vaccination rates and increased international travel.
- The disease is highly contagious, affecting areas with low vaccination coverage, even in states with high rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergarteners have decreased, raising concerns about increased susceptibility to outbreaks.
- Emphasis is placed on combating misinformation about vaccines and improving public understanding of the severe risks posed by measles compared to the minimal risks of vaccination.
Change Healthcare’s New Ransomware Nightmare Goes From Bad to Worse: A cybercriminal gang called RansomHub claims to be selling highly sensitive patient ...
wired.com/story/change-healthcare-ransomhub-data-sale/
Child care costs are about to start dropping for families that need the most help
pbs.org/newshour/politics/child-care-costs-are-about-to-start-dropping-for-families-that-need-the-most-help
US FDA warns of harmful reactions to fake Botox injections: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday alerted health care professionals and consumers that ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-warns-harmful-reactions-fake-botox-injections-2024-04-16/
National Drug Shortages Hit Record Levels : Requesting a refill at the local pharmacy or getting a complete series of a specific chemotherapy is becoming ...
webmd.com/drug-medication/news/20240418/national-drug-shortages-hit-record-levels
We've started using a recently FDA-approved ultrasound device to treat liver tumors.
The noninvasive technology uses brief high-intensity ultrasound pulses to ...
cle.clinic/4askbih
CDC Issues Broad Warning After Latest Human Bird Flu Case: Following the confirmed case of avian influenza in a Texas dairy farmer last week ...
webmd.com/cold-and-flu/news/20240408/cdc-issues-broad-warning-amid-latest-human-bird-flu-case
Heat-Related ER Visits Rose in 2023, CDC Study Finds: As record heat enveloped the nation, the rate of emergency room visits increased compared with the previous ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/politics/extreme-heat-hospital-visits-climate.html
Toxicologist, nutritionist on what to know about potential health risks of Lunchables
goodmorningamerica.com/food/story/toxicologist-nutritionist-potential-health-risks-lunchables-109082368
Quick Glance: Consumer Reports Warns Against Lunchables in Schools
- The school cafeteria versions of popular kids’ grocery store snack kit Lunchables is packed with too much sodium, a consumer watchdog group warned on Tuesday.
- Consumer Reports found high sodium levels in the school versions of Lunchables compared to the store-bought versions, in addition to heavy metals like lead and cadmium.
- The consumer group has petitioned the US Department of Agriculture to remove Lunchables from school cafeterias due to concerns over sodium and chemical levels.
- Kraft Heinz, the company behind Lunchables, has taken steps to improve the nutrition profiles, including launching Lunchables with fresh fruit and reducing sodium in all crackers by 26%.
Ozempic use appears to be changing people's personalities —experts think they know why
nypost.com/2024/04/17/lifestyle/experts-reveal-why-ozempic-appears-to-change-peoples-personalities/
Trader Joe's recalls basil from shelves in 29 states after salmonella outbreak: Trader Joe's recalled organic basil and the FDA is investigating after customers ...
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/04/18/trader-joes-recall-2024-basil-salmonella/73375663007/
Weight-Loss Drugs Help Sleep Apnea Symptoms: In two trials of people with sleep apnea, Zepbound reduced the number of times breathing slowed or stopped during ...
time.com/6968064/weight-loss-drugs-sleep-apnea/
Whooping cough surging in some countries. Why you may need a booster.: Whooping cough outbreaks in Europe, Asia and parts of the U.S. should be a reminder to get ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/whooping-cough-surging-countries-may-need-booster-rcna147848
It's the first drug shown to slow Alzheimer's. Why is is it off to a slow start?: The first drug shown to slow Alzheimer’s hit the U.S. market over a year ago ...
apnews.com/article/alzheimer-leqembi-slow-start-f9022b85b16cc6de4491594ce875657b
CDC finds Covid vaccines not linked to sudden death in young people: There is no evidence that mRNA Covid vaccines cause fatal cardiac arrest or other deadly ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-finds-covid-vaccines-not-linked-sudden-death-young-people-rcna147188
Why Is There a Tick Vaccine For Dogs and Not Humans?: Certain concerns have hindered development, but several Lyme prevention drugs are currently being tested in ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/well/live/humans-dogs-vaccine-lyme-disease.html
Anxiety and depression is spiking among young people. No one knows why.: Desperate to help record numbers of children suffering anxiety and depression ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/10/mental-health-crisis-kids-experiment-00151369
Trump had 4 years to remake Obamacare. Here’s what he did: Instead of terminating the Affordable Care Act, former President Donald Trump is now promising to make ...
cnn.com/2024/04/12/politics/obamacare-trump-administration/
Adderall Abuse Risks Becoming Another Opioid Crisis, DEA Says: The fast rise of prescriptions for Adderall and other stimulants, along with rampant online ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/adderall-abuse-risks-becoming-another-opioid-crisis-dea-says
FDA head calls on Congress to pass mandatory testing for lead in food: The FDA commissioner urged Congress on Thursday to pass legislation mandating that food ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fda-head-calls-congress-pass-mandatory-testing-lead-food-rcna147465
Eli Lilly’s Zepbound in shortage months after approval: The weight loss medication Zepbound has gone into shortage just months after it was approved by the Food ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4602994-eli-lillys-zepbound-in-shortage-months-after-approval/
Biden could lose key Cabinet secretary to California governor’s race: Health Secretary Xavier Becerra, the former California attorney general ...
politico.com/news/2024/04/09/biden-cabinet-secretary-california-governors-race-00151407
Government watchdog critical of federal mpox response: The Government Accountability Office (GAO) says in a new report that the Department of Health and Human ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4603566-gao-federal-mpox-response/
‘Forever chemicals’ have been linked to many diseases. Are they connected to breast and gynecological cancers, too?
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4574448-forever-chemicals-linked-diseases-breast-gynecological-cancers-too/
After Recall, Philips Must Launch New Safeguards in DOJ Agreement: The settlement comes nearly three years after the company acknowledged that an industrial foam ...
propublica.org/article/after-recall-philips-must-launch-new-safeguards-in-doj-agreement
Abortion opponents still expect federal action from Trump. Here’s what it could look like.
washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/04/10/trump-abortion-federal-action/
Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
- Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.
- Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.
- Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.
- The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
Neurotech startup Neurovalens gets FDA clearance for non-invasive anxiety treatment
techcrunch.com/2024/04/08/neurovalens-anxiety-fda/
Paxlovid COVID Treatment Most Beneficial for Unvaccinated People with Risk Factors. Others May Not Need It
scientificamerican.com/article/paxlovid-covid-treatment-most-beneficial-for-unvaccinated-people-with-risk/
Former NIH director reveals prostate cancer diagnosis: The former director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Francis S. Collins ...
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Chlamydia vaccine shows promising results in early-stage trial: The Chlamydia vaccine showed promising results in an early-stage clinical trial conducted by ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4589558-chlamydia-vaccine-shows-promising-results-in-early-stage-trial/
'Unusual' Beaver Deaths From Tick-Borne Disease: Although the disease is known to kill rodents, this case was especially unusual as many beavers were found dead ...
newsweek.com/utah-beaver-death-disease-tick-1890912
Nearly 30 Silversea cruise passengers get sick in gastrointestinal illness outbreak
usatoday.com/story/travel/cruises/2024/04/15/silversea-cruises-sick-gastrointestinal-outbreak/73334289007/
Harrow CEO tries to defend 486% price hike of eye medication: In February, Harrow increased the price of its eye medication, Triesence, by 486% to $944 from $161
qz.com/harrow-triesence-price-hike-1851401621
Supreme Court considers EMTALA preemption of state abortion bans: Alicia Macklin and Rachel Zacharias of Hooper, Lundy & Bookman PC discuss issues over ...
reuters.com/legal/litigation/supreme-court-considers-emtala-preemption-state-abortion-bans-2024-04-18/
CDC finds Covid vaccines not linked to sudden death in young people: There is no evidence that mRNA Covid vaccines cause fatal cardiac arrest or other deadly ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-finds-covid-vaccines-not-linked-sudden-death-young-people-rcna147188
Fauci warns against 'normalisation of untruth' since pandemic : Top US doctor in Dublin to receive the Stearne Medal for his outstanding contribution ...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41376727.html
Many cancer drugs remain unproven 5 years after accelerated approval, study finds
nbcnews.com/health/cancer/many-cancer-drugs-remain-unproven-5-years-accelerated-approval-study-f-rcna146813
Mayo Clinic Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center (ADRC) » Alzheimer's Disease Research Center
dementiaoutreach.mayo.edu/about/mayo-clinic-adrc/
What’s the Difference Between a Heart Attack and Heart Failure?: Heart attack and heart failure share many of the same risk factors and underlying health ...
healthline.com/health/heart/heart-attack-vs-heart-failure
Trader Joe’s recalls basil linked to Salmonella infections: Trader Joe’s recalled its Infinite Herbs Organic Basil on Wednesday after the product was linked to ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/health/trader-joes-basil-recall-salmonella/
Irish team develop therapy for deadly sepsis crisis : Inthelia Therapeutics, founded by two top Irish scientists, is switching focus to block infection getting a ...
irishtimes.com/business/innovation/2024/04/18/irish-team-develop-therapy-for-deadly-sepsis-crisis/
Small gift cards can be a key tool to stop stimulant addiction, but stigma stands in the way
cnn.com/2024/04/16/health/addiction-stimulants-treatment-contingency-management/
CDC finds Covid vaccines not linked to sudden death in young people: There is no evidence that mRNA Covid vaccines cause fatal cardiac arrest or other deadly ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-finds-covid-vaccines-not-linked-sudden-death-young-people-rcna147188
Global deployment of rapid diagnostic tests to boost fight against cholera: Immediate action is needed to stem an unprecedented multi-year upsurge in cholera ...
who.int/news/item/05-04-2024-global-deployment-of-rapid-diagnostic-tests-to-boost-fight-against-cholera
Quick Glance: Global Deployment of Rapid Tests to Combat Cholera
- The arrival of cholera rapid diagnostic tests in Malawi marks the beginning of a global program distributing over 1.2 million tests to 14 high-risk countries in the coming months.
- The global cholera rapid diagnostic test procurement program is coordinated by Gavi, WHO, UNICEF, FIND, and other partners to enhance outbreak surveillance and support future prevention efforts.
- The program's long-term sustainability relies on successful fundraising for Gavi's strategic period from 2026 to 2030.
- The partnership aims to strengthen cholera surveillance for early outbreak detection, targeted interventions, and program evaluation.
Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere. Here’s How to Limit Your Exposure.: It’s hard to avoid PFAS, toxic compounds linked to a host of health problems ...
nytimes.com/wirecutter/blog/how-to-limit-exposure-to-forever-chemicals/
Melatonin makers urged to follow new packaging, labeling guidelines to protect kids
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/melatonin-makers-urged-follow-new-packaging-labeling-guidelines-109312431
A.L.S. Drug Relyvrio Will Be Taken Off the Market, Its Maker Says: Results of a large clinical trial found the treatment did not work any better than a placebo.
nytimes.com/2024/04/04/health/relyvrio-als-drug.html
Internet Aid Cut: How the Loss of FCC's ACP May Worsen the Mental Health Crisis: April is the last month that 23 million low-income households will receive the ...
cnet.com/home/internet/internet-aid-cut-how-the-loss-of-fccs-acp-may-worsen-the-mental-health-crisis/
Could you soon get a statin without a prescription?
Our new study finds a web application can appropriately determine who qualifies for the ... Show more newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2024/04/08/cleveland-clinic-led-trial-finds-web-app-technology-effective-in-determining-access-to-cholesterol-lowering-drugs-without-prescription
Johnson & Johnson to buy Shockwave Medical in $13.1 billion deal to further combat heart disease
usatoday.com/story/money/2024/04/05/johnson-johnson-shockwave-medical/73214276007/
Why homeless people are losing health coverage in Medicaid mix-ups : Nearly 130,000 Montanans lost Medicaid coverage during recent eligibility reviews ...
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/16/1244000356/homeless-health-medicaid-uninsured-kicked-off-redetermination-disenrolled
Amid syphilis surge, doctors call for more testing during pregnancy: A coalition of obstetricians is recommending routine blood screening at the first prenatal ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/18/screening-syphilis-baby-pregnant/
Greg Abbott Issues Dire Warning Over Medicaid Changes: The Texas governor urged Joe Biden to "abandon his new Medicaid policies" and warned they could "devastate ...
newsweek.com/greg-abbott-warning-joe-biden-medicaid-changes-texas-1889697
CDC issues bird flu infection health alert: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health alert Friday to inform healthcare centers and ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4578651-cdc-issues-bird-flu-infection-health-alert/
A disease ravaging Utah beavers can spread to humans, too: Watch for ticks and dead animals to avoid tularemia.
axios.com/local/salt-lake-city/2024/04/15/beaver-deaths-utah-disease-tularemia-ticks-rabbit
Fake Botox has sickened patients nationwide. Here's what to know — and what to avoid
npr.org/2024/04/19/1245519732/fake-botox-tips-avoiding-illness-hospitalization
US CDC says bird flu risk low, but asks states to be ready with rapid testing: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Monday bird flu ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-cdc-says-bird-flu-risk-low-asks-states-be-ready-with-rapid-testing-plan-2024-04-08/
Persistent shortage of growth hormone frustrates parents and clinicians: As a shortage of growth hormone used to treat rare diseases in children drags on ...
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/17/1245154523/norditropin-growth-hormone-shortage
Turning Down the Noise Around You Improves Health in Many Ways: Experts describe ways to turn down the volume, from earbuds to smartphone apps that detect ...
scientificamerican.com/article/everyday-noises-can-hurt-hearts-not-just-ears-and-the-ability-to-learn/
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