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Fears grow over Comstock Act, Justices Thomas, Alito: Abortion rights supporters are sounding the alarm that conservative Supreme Court justices want to use a ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4560476-fears-grow-over-comstock-act-justices-thomas-alito/
CDC Issues Health Alert Amid Rising Measles Cases, Urges Vaccination: Health officials at the CDC and American Medical Association are urging vaccination against ...
healthline.com/health-news/cdc-health-alert-measles-vaccine
Exclusive: US lawmaker seeks answers on FDA inspection of Musk's Neuralink: A U.S. lawmaker involved in health policy has asked the Food and Drug Administration ...
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Quick Glance: Neuralink patient controls 'Mario Kart' with mind
- A video from Neuralink demonstrates the first human patient using his brain-chip implant to play 'Mario Kart.'
- In a gathering with Neuralink employees, the first patient, Noland Arbaugh, was introduced to explain the capabilities of the brain chip.
- Arbaugh, a quadriplegic due to a swimming accident, highlighted how the device enables him to engage in activities like gaming.
- Since the revelation of the first human patient, Arbaugh has showcased tasks achievable with his new brain implant, from gaming late into the night to sharing content on X.
US FDA extends review of Applied Therapeutics' genetic disease drug: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has extended its review of Applied Therapeutics' ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-extends-review-applied-therapeutics-genetic-disease-drug-2024-03-28/
US CDC alerts healthcare providers of increase in meningococcal disease: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an advisory on Thursday ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-cdc-warns-increase-meningococcal-disease-2024-03-28/
US FDA approves Merck's therapy for rare lung condition: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday approved Merck's treatment for adults with high blood ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-mercks-blood-pressure-therapy-2024-03-26/
FDA OKs New Treatment to Prevent COVID in High-Risk People: A new antibody treatment has been approved to help prevent COVID-19, and it will be available in a ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240326/fda-oks-new-treatment-to-prevent-covid-high-risk-people
Quick Glance: FDA Grants Approval for New Treatment to Prevent COVID in High-Risk Individuals
- A newly approved antibody therapy aims to prevent COVID-19 in individuals who are particularly vulnerable.
- Known as Pemgarda, the monoclonal antibody inhibits the virus from binding to human cells and is administered intravenously.
- Close monitoring is required post-antibody treatment due to severe allergic reactions experienced by some individuals.
- Studies indicate that individuals with weakened immune systems continue to face an increased risk of severe COVID outcomes despite multiple COVID vaccinations.
COVID Levels Decline, but Other Viruses Remain High: COVID-19 may be headed toward a springtime retreat. The indication comes from declining levels of the virus ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240319/covid-levels-decline-but-other-viruses-remain-high
Quick Glance: COVID Levels Decline, but High Presence of Other Viruses
- The decline in SARS-CoV-2 suggests a potential retreat of COVID-19, especially in the western U.S.
- While COVID levels are decreasing, other viruses causing stomach and respiratory illnesses remain high.
- The influenza positive rate is increasing again, with 116 children and an estimated 20,000 adults having died so far in this flu season.
- While RSV levels in wastewater are high, positive test results are at the lowest point of the 2023 to 2024 season according to the CDC.
U.S. FDA approves Akebia's anemia drug: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Akebia Therapeutics' drug, vadadustat, to treat anemia caused by chronic ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-akebias-anemia-drug-2024-03-28/
Does Vaping Cause Lung Cancer?: Even though they don’t contain tobacco, vaping still exposes you to known cancer-causing chemicals that may play a role in your ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/vaping-and-lung-cancer
Quick Glance: Is Vaping Linked to Lung Cancer?
- E-cigarettes were promoted as a low-risk alternative to smoking, but the connection between vaping and lung cancer remains unclear.
- Chemicals in vape liquids are associated with lung diseases, including the 2019 EVALI outbreak. However, it is still uncertain if vaping increases the risk of lung cancer.
- There is a potential for vaping to cause lung cancer as many chemicals in vapes are known carcinogens and already cause lung damage.
- Vaping and smoking pose similar risks, contributing to lung and heart diseases, as well as affecting physical performance.
FDA Opens the Door to Clinical Use of LSD: Studies show benefits for people with high anxiety, depression, and PTSD, but there are questions about how these ...
webmd.com/mental-health/news/20240326/fda-opens-the-door-clinical-use-lsd
China has a big problem with super gonorrhea, study finds: Drug-resistant gonorrhea is a growing problem—one that doesn't heed borders.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/super-gonorrhea-rate-quickly-triples-in-china-now-40x-higher-than-us/
There Are Already More Measles Cases in the US This Year Than All of 2023: The CDC is begging Americans to get vaccinated against measles as cases continue to ...
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/health-experts-plead-for-unvaxxed-americans-to-get-measles-shot-as-cases-rise/
Quick Glance: Measles Outbreaks: Lifelong Protection or Need for Booster?
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns of increasing measles outbreaks in the U.S. and abroad, mostly linked to international travel.
- The MMR vaccine for measles, mumps, and rubella is highly effective, with two doses proving 97% effective. A single dose already provides 93% protection.
- The CDC considers you protected from measles if you either received two vaccine doses, received one dose and do not need a booster, or were born before 1957.
- Once fully vaccinated, no booster shots are required, and the two doses provide lifelong immunity. Individuals unsure of their childhood vaccination status should consult with their healthcare provider.
SARMs: What’s the Harm?: SARMs alter your hormones to build muscle. They’ve been shown to have similar effects and risks to anabolic steroids and aren’t approved ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/sarms-harmful-side-effects-and-risks
8-Hour Time-Restricted Eating May Greatly Increase Risk of Cardiovascular Death: Restricting eating to an 8-hour window each day may increase your risk of ...
healthline.com/health-news/time-restricted-eating-increase-cardiovascular-death-risk
Quick Glance: Intermittent Fasting and Heart Health: What You Need to Know.
- Reports link intermittent fasting to a 91% increase in heart disease risk, prompting experts to warn about potential dangers.
- A long-term study involving over 20,000 US adults revealed that individuals restricting their eating to an eight-hour window had a 91% higher likelihood of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to those with a longer eating period of 12 to 16 hours.
- Taking various factors into account, researchers found no direct causation between this eating pattern and cardiovascular disease-related deaths, only a correlation.
- Intermittent Fasting: Exploring Heart Risks and Insights from a Recent Study.
US tuberculosis cases rise for third year in a row: CDC: Tuberculosis rates in the U.S. rose by 16 percent in 2023, marking the third year that cases went up ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4561565-us-tuberculosis-cases-rise-for-third-year-in-a-row-cdc/
How well do you worry about your health? - Harvard Health: It's impossible to never worry about your health — but are you worrying about the right ...
health.harvard.edu/blog/how-well-do-you-worry-about-your-health-202403203027
Ketanji Brown Jackson Dunks on Alito During Abortion Hearing: He wanted to know if the FDA was infallible. She wondered the same about judges.
thedailybeast.com/ketanji-brown-jackson-dunks-on-alito-during-abortion-hearing
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FDA proposes to ban certain shock devices for the second time: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Monday it has proposed a ban of electrical ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/fda-proposes-ban-certain-shock-devices-second-time-2024-03-25/
F.D.A. Authorizes a New Covid Drug to Protect High-Risk People: Pemgarda, available in the coming weeks, is intended for immunocompromised people who are ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/25/well/fda-covid-medicine-immunocompromised.html
Elon Musk Takes Ketamine to Help Treat Depression: Does It Work?: In a recent interview, Elon Musk revealed he takes ketamine to help boost his mental health and ...
healthline.com/health-news/elon-musk-ketamine-depression-treatment
More than one alcoholic drink a day raises heart disease risk for women: The link between alcohol and coronary heart disease proved to be especially strong among ...
washingtonpost.com/wellness/2024/03/28/alcohol-heart-disease-women/
Tick-killing pill shows promising results in human trial: Should it pan out, the pill would be a new weapon against Lyme disease.
wired.com/story/pill-kills-ticks-lyme-disease-babesiosis-anaplasmosis/
Quick Glance: New Tick-Killing Pill: Hope Against Lyme Disease
- Tarsus Pharmaceuticals is developing a pill for humans that paralyzes and kills ticks to protect against Lyme disease.
- The pill has shown promising results in a small trial, killing ticks within 24 hours of drug intake and lasting effects for up to 30 days.
- The development of this pill could not only protect against Lyme disease but also other tick-borne diseases like babesiosis and anaplasmosis.
- While the efficacy of the pill in preventing Lyme disease is yet to be proven, cautious optimism surrounds its potential as a preventive measure for individuals in tick-infested areas.
Mifepristone access is coming before the US Supreme Court. How safe is this abortion pill?
apnews.com/article/mifepristone-abortion-pill-supreme-court-1d2221251197a391c9bca833918e4554
U.S. measles cases in 2024 have already surpassed the 2023 total: Today, 1 in 5 unvaccinated people who get measles are hospitalized, and roughly 1 to 3 out of ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/us-measles-cases-2024-so-far-rcna145013
The Dangers of Rubbing Itchy Eyes: Rubbing your itchy, dry, sore or tired eyes feels good because it generates tears. Unfortunately ...
health.clevelandclinic.org/dangers-of-rubbing-itchy-eyes
COVID Levels Decline, but Other Viruses Remain High: COVID-19 may be headed toward a springtime retreat. The indication comes from declining levels of the virus ...
webmd.com/covid/news/20240319/covid-levels-decline-but-other-viruses-remain-high
Quick Glance: Decline in COVID Levels, Persistent High Activity of Other Viruses
- COVID-19 levels are declining, but other viruses remain high, as indicated by recent data.
- While SARS-CoV-2 levels are decreasing in the U.S., other viruses like flu and RSV continue to circulate widely.
- Flu test rates are on the rise again, with 116 children and 20,000 adults reported dead from the flu this season.
- Despite high RSV levels, positive test results are declining, and norovirus is showing an upward trend as well.
Melatonin: A Valuable Resource or Children's Health Risk?: For Courtney Stinson, ensuring her daughter's comfort is a constant battle against congenital myopathy ...
webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20240321/melatonin-a-valuable-resource-or-risk-for-childrens-health
The number of syphilis cases in the United States is the highest it’s been since the 1950s, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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'Critical' to catch up on measles vaccinations to stem outbreaks, says WHO: Vaccinating children who missed their measles shots during the COVID-19 pandemic is ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/critical-catch-up-measles-vaccinations-stem-outbreaks-says-who-2024-03-19/
The U.S. FDA has approved privately held Italfarmaco Group's drug to treat Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD), an inherited muscle-wasting disorder ... Show more
US FDA classifies recall of Vyaire Medical's respiratory devices as most serious: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday classified the recall of ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-classifies-recall-vyaire-medicals-respiratory-devices-most-serious-2024-03-21/
A Psychedelics Reporter With a Changing Perspective: Can an experimental drug cure opioid addiction? Andrew Jacobs, who writes about psychedelic medicine for The ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/20/insider/psychedelic-ibogaine.html
Americans have 40% chance of getting cancer. Who's most at risk and how can you prevent it?
usatoday.com/story/news/health/2024/03/22/chances-of-getting-cancer-prevention/73071839007/
Quick Glance: Cancer Prevention and Risk Factors in the USA
- Approximately 40% of Americans have the chance of getting cancer, with an increasing risk of colon cancer in younger individuals.
- Early detection and awareness of changes in the body are crucial to improving survival rates.
- Routine screenings for various types of cancer are recommended to detect the disease early and facilitate treatment.
- Lifestyle factors such as diet, tobacco and alcohol consumption, as well as sun exposure, can influence cancer risk, while genetic predispositions also play a role.
Woman says she got pregnant while on Mounjaro: What to know about weight loss drugs and pregnancy
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/woman-pregnant-mounjaro-weight-loss-drugs-pregnancy-108606993
FDA settles lawsuit over ivermectin content that doctors claimed harmed their practice
cnn.com/2024/03/27/health/fda-ivermectin-lawsuit/
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US FDA approves first drug for fatty liver disease NASH: The U.S. FDA has approved Madrigal Pharmaceuticals' drug for a fatty liver disease known as ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-first-drug-fatty-liver-disease-nash-2024-03-14/
Quick Glance: First Drug Approval for Fatty Liver Disease NASH by US FDA
- The US FDA has approved Madrigal Pharmaceuticals' drug for the fatty liver disease NASH.
- NASH, now known as metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), affects about 1.5 million Americans.
- The drug will be available in April and is seen as a pivotal moment for patients.
- Other companies are also conducting trials of their drugs for NASH to meet the much-needed treatment.
Experts Warn of Toxins in GM Corn Amid US-Mexico Trade Dispute: "The Mexican government is both wise and on solid ground in refusing to allow its people to ...
commondreams.org/news/genetically-modified-corn
Beauty influencer dies at 36 after publicly sharing her battle with cervical cancer
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/beauty-influencer-dies-36-after-publicly-sharing-battle-108317159
Quick Glance: Influencer's Public Battle with Cervical Cancer Ends in Tragic Death at 36
- A fashion and beauty influencer has passed away at 36 after bravely sharing her battle with cervical cancer publicly.
- Jessica Pettway, survived by her husband and two young daughters, died on March 11 at a hospice center in Georgia.
- Pettway revealed her health struggles on Instagram last July, disclosing her diagnosis after experiencing symptoms like intense bleeding.
- Women are encouraged to listen to their bodies and advocate for their health, as early detection of cervical cancer can be life-saving.
US CDC urges measles vaccinations amid rising cases: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Monday issued a health advisory urging people ...
reuters.com/world/us/us-cdc-urges-measles-vaccinations-amid-rising-cases-2024-03-18/
Lifesaving gene therapy for kids is world’s priciest drug at $4.25M: It's unclear if government and private insurance plans can cover the costs.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/03/lifesaving-gene-therapy-for-kids-is-worlds-priciest-drug-at-4-25m/
Puerto Rico declares public health emergency as dengue cases surge: Puerto Rico has declared a public health emergency due to a surging number of dengue cases.
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/dengue-fever-puerto-rico-emergency/
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FDA's graphic warning labels for cigarettes are constitutional, US appeals court rules
reuters.com/legal/fda-cigarette-warning-labels-satisfy-first-amendment-us-appeals-court-rules-2024-03-21/
US FDA grants full approval to AbbVie's ovarian cancer therapy: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday it had granted traditional approval for ...
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U.S. Measles Cases in 2024 Already Surpass Last Year’s Total: It’s not quite the end of March, and the U.S. has already tallied more measles cases this year than ...
webmd.com/children/news/20240327/us-measles-cases-2024-already-surpass-last-years-total
CDC alerts doctors to watch for rare, serious bacterial infection appearing with unusual symptoms
cnn.com/2024/03/28/health/cdc-alert-bacterial-infection/
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CDC Reports Deadly Amoeba Infection Due to Nasal Rinsing With Untreated Tap Water
healthline.com/health-news/cdc-reports-deadly-amoeba-infection-due-to-nasal-rinsing-with-untreated-tap-water
Seelos Therapeutics' ALS treatment fails mid-stage study: Seelos Therapeutics' experimental ALS drug did not meet the main goal of a mid-stage trial ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/seelos-says-als-treatment-fails-mid-stage-study-2024-03-19/
First over-the-counter birth control pill now for sale online: Opill, an over-the-counter birth control pill, goes on sale online today. The pill is expected to ...
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/03/04/1235404522/opill-over-counter-birth-control-pill-contraceptive-shop
Wegovy is now covered by Medicare, but not for weight loss | Here & Now: Wegovy will be covered to prevent heart problems in people with obesity and heart ...
wbur.org/hereandnow/2024/03/26/wegovy-medicare-weight-loss
Chicago Measles Outbreak Grows After More Cases Confirmed at Migrant Shelter: The CDC sent a team of experts to Chicago on March 12 to assess a measles outbreak ...
healthline.com/health-news/chicago-measles-outbreak-pilsen-migrant-shelter
Hiltzik: The FDA and a bogus COVID treatment : Three right-wing doctors said the FDA's advice against taking ivermectin for COVID infringed on their rights ...
latimes.com/business/story/2024-03-26/column-the-fda-shoots-itself-in-the-foot-by-settling-a-dumb-lawsuit-over-ivermectin
CDC Report: Tuberculosis Cases Increase in U.S.: While the U.S. has one of the lowest rates of tuberculosis in the world, researchers found that cases increased ...
usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-03-28/cdc-report-tuberculosis-cases-increase-in-u-s
Long COVID Symptoms Among Americans on the Rise: Symptoms of long COVID are becoming more common among Americans, according to a new CDC survey.
webmd.com/covid/news/20240315/long-covid-symptoms-among-americans-on-the-rise
COVID-Cautious Americans Feel Abandoned: There's a growing rift between COVID-19 communicators and people who are COVID-cautious as many experts embrace more ...
time.com/6960789/covid-19-cautious-americans/
Oprah Winfrey says she has released the shame of being 'ridiculed' for her weight for 25 years
goodmorningamerica.com/wellness/story/watch-exclusive-1st-clip-oprah-winfreys-special-drugs-108240222
Elon Musk says ketamine can get you out of a 'negative frame of mind'. What does the research say?
abc.net.au/news/2024-03-23/elon-musk-ketamine-negative-state-of-mind-research-say/103619394
FDA authorizes drug to boost COVID protection for immunocompromised patients: It will offer added protection to high-risk patients who may have weaker responses ...
axios.com/2024/03/25/covid-antibody-fda
US FDA panel votes in favor of expanded use of Bristol Myers' CAR-T therapy: Advisers to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday voted in favor of ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-panel-votes-favor-expanded-use-bristol-myers-car-t-therapy-2024-03-15/
US FDA approves BeiGene's esophageal cancer therapy: The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said it has approved BeiGene's drug to treat a type of advanced ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-approves-beigenes-esophageal-cancer-therapy-2024-03-14/
Wegovy to be covered by US Medicare for heart disease patients: Heart patients insured under the U.S. Medicare program would be covered for Novo Nordisk's ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/wegovy-be-covered-by-us-medicare-heart-disease-patients-2024-03-21/
New Infant RSV Antibody Treatment Shows Strong Results: The new RSV antibody treatment for babies has been highly effective in its first season ...
webmd.com/lung/news/20240312/new-infant-rsv-antibody-treatment-shows-strong-results
In Early Study, People on Weight Loss Pill Lost 13% of Their Body Weight: Novo Nordisk is testing a new weight-loss pill, called amycretin, that is said to lead ...
healthline.com/health-news/in-early-study-people-on-weight-loss-pill-lost-13-of-their-body-weight
List of fruits with the most health benefits: These 8 are expert recommended: Any fruit is going to yield health benefits like fiber, vitamins and minerals ...
usatoday.com/story/life/food-dining/2024/03/24/best-healthiest-fruits-list/72988308007/
U.S. airport nasal swabbing expanding to Chicago and Miami: The nation’s top public health agency is expanding a program that tests international travelers for ...
apnews.com/article/cdc-airport-surveillance-chicago-miami-bd2eff1faf297003fc408a732c1db546
What to know about dangerous amoeba linked to neti pots, nasal rinsing: Researchers have linked another kind of amoeba to nasal rinsing. The Centers for Disease ...
apnews.com/article/neti-pots-tap-water-amoeba-aed6e6f9129d85146d396d71b8778812
Trader Joe's nut recall: Select lots of cashews recalled for potential salmonella risk
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/03/18/salmonella-detected-in-cashews-sold-at-trader-joes/73022841007/
FDA approves new drug that may help stop and even reverse a rare, fatal condition that doctors call a ‘ticking time bomb’
cnn.com/2024/03/26/health/winrevair-pah-drug-approval/
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No End in Sight for National ADHD Drug Shortage: Nearly 18 months after the FDA first acknowledged a national shortage of Adderall, there is now a widespread ...
webmd.com/add-adhd/news/20240312/cm/national-adhd-drug-shortage-continues
FDA Issues New Guidance for Early Alzheimer's Drug Development: The FDA embraces the use of biomarkers and surrogate endpoints in its most recent guidance on ...
medscape.com/viewarticle/fda-issues-new-guidance-early-alzheimers-drug-development-2024a100052v
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Madrigal Pharma surges after drug wins first approval for fatty liver disease NASH
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/madrigal-pharma-surges-fda-nod-first-drug-fatty-liver-disease-nash-2024-03-15/
Reproductive rights before Supreme Court again with abortion pill access at stake
pbs.org/newshour/show/reproductive-rights-before-supreme-court-again-with-abortion-pill-access-at-stake
Mpox cases nearly double what they were at the same time last year: There is a national year-to-date estimate of 511 cases as of mid-March.
abcnews.go.com/Health/mpox-cases-double-same-time-year/story
Why People Aged 65 and Older Should Get a Spring COVID Vaccine: Older people are particularly vulnerable to COVID and should get another vaccine against the ...
theconversation.com/covid-19-vaccines-cdc-says-people-ages-65-and-up-should-get-a-shot-this-spring-a-geriatrician-explains-why-its-vitally-important-224838
Regeneron's blood cancer therapy faces setback as FDA raises trial concerns: Regeneron Pharmaceuticals said on Monday the U.S. FDA has declined approval for its ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-fda-declines-approve-regenerons-blood-cancer-therapy-2024-03-25/
Medicare spending on Ozempic and similar diabetes drugs soars, study finds, and it could end up costing seniors
cnn.com/2024/03/26/health/medicare-ozempic-diabetes-drugs-spending/
Kent Campbell, Pivotal Figure in the Fight Against Malaria, Dies at 80: Among his accomplishments in a four-decade career in public health, he helped pioneer ...
nytimes.com/2024/03/15/health/kent-campbell-dead.html
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