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HealthJun 10

US measles cases surpass 2,000 in 2024; OB-GYN group diverges from CDC vaccine guidance

The US has recorded over 2,000 measles cases this year while a leading medical group issued vaccine recommendations that differ from CDC guidance.

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HealthMay 14

Connecticut Confirms First Clade I Mpox Case in U.S.

Connecticut health officials confirmed the first case of clade I mpox in the United States after a patient traveled to Western Europe.

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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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HealthMay 27

Vermont becomes first US state to ban paraquat herbicide over Parkinson's concerns

Vermont enacted the nation's first state-level ban on paraquat, a weedkilling pesticide linked to increased Parkinson's disease risk.

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HealthMay 31

Egg Freezing Demand Surges Among Women Despite High Costs and No Guarantees

Demand for egg freezing procedures has increased significantly as women delay childbearing, though the costly treatment remains expensive without insurance coverage.

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HealthApr 16

UK COVID-19 Inquiry Praises Vaccine Rollout While Highlighting Compensation Gaps

British inquiry finds COVID vaccine program saved hundreds of thousands of lives but calls for improved support for those who experienced adverse effects.

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HealthMay 12

BBC Investigation Highlights Concerns Over Baby Sleep Advice and Maternity Care

BBC investigation reveals sleep experts giving advice contrary to NHS guidelines while couple shares stillbirth experience ahead of maternity review.

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HealthMay 2

WHO Approves First Malaria Treatment for Babies Under Six Months

The World Health Organization has prequalified the first malaria treatment specifically designed for babies, addressing a critical gap in care for newborns.

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HealthMar 9

Military Personnel with Havana Syndrome Seek Recognition, Lab Tests Device

U.S. military personnel affected by Havana Syndrome are seeking government recognition while reports emerge of lab testing on a potential related device.

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HealthApr 9

California Attorney General Files Charges in $267M Hospice Fraud Case

California officials charged 21 suspects in a hospice fraud scheme that allegedly defrauded the state of $267 million.

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HealthMar 8

Ian Huntley hospitalized in critical condition following prison attack

The Soham murderer is on life support with severe head injuries after being attacked by another inmate at HMP Frankland.

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HealthMay 11

NHS to Grant Palantir Contractors 'Unlimited Access' to Patient Data

Britain's National Health Service will provide Palantir contractors with extensive access to patient data, according to Financial Times reporting.

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HealthMay 1

Cigna to Exit Affordable Care Act Exchanges in 2027

Health insurer Cigna announced plans to withdraw from ACA marketplaces in 2027, citing marketplace challenges following the end of enhanced federal subsidies.

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HealthMar 18

Raw cheddar cheese linked to E. coli outbreak across three states

Federal health officials identify California company Raw Farm's cheddar cheese as likely source of E. coli infections in California, Florida and Texas.

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HealthMay 1

FDA Expands Access to Experimental Pancreatic Cancer Drug

The FDA has granted expanded access to daraxonrasib, an experimental drug for pancreatic cancer patients.

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