50/FIFTY

Today's stories, rewritten neutrally

HealthMar 19

FDA Approves Higher 7.2 mg Dose of Wegovy Weight Loss Drug

The FDA approved a higher 7.2 mg dose of Novo Nordisk's Wegovy weight loss medication for patients who have used lower doses for at least four weeks.

3 sources
HealthMar 31

Seven families claim wrong donor material used at Northern Cyprus IVF clinic

Parents of seven children believe incorrect sperm or egg donors were used during fertility treatments at an IVF clinic in Northern Cyprus.

2 sources
HealthApr 13

NYC Building Workers Threaten Strike Over Wages and Benefits

About 34,000 doormen, concierges and building workers in New York City are threatening to strike over wage and health insurance disputes.

2 sources
HealthApr 8

Three Separate Medical Developments Show Evolving Treatment Landscape

Recent developments in male hair loss medication, weight-loss drugs, and hormone therapies highlight advances in personalized medicine and regulatory changes.

3 sources
HealthMar 5

Minneapolis man sentenced in $250M welfare fraud case for bribing juror

A Minneapolis man was sentenced for attempting to bribe a juror with $120,000 cash in a major welfare fraud trial involving $250 million.

3 sources
HealthMar 17

Gunman killed, one hospitalized after shooting at Georgia VA clinic

A shooting at a Veterans Affairs clinic in Jasper, Georgia left one person hospitalized and the gunman dead after police response.

3 sources
HealthApr 12

Georgia Midwives Face Legal Restrictions Amid Maternal Health Crisis

A lawsuit challenges Georgia's laws that criminalize certain midwifery practices as maternal health outcomes worsen in the state.

2 sources
HealthMar 28

Four arrested in murder investigation after woman found dead in Leeds street

Police arrested four people on suspicion of murder after a young woman was found unconscious on a Leeds street and later died in hospital.

4 sources
HealthMar 27

AstraZeneca lung disease drug shows positive results in late-stage trials

AstraZeneca reported successful late-stage trial results for a chronic lung disease treatment, leading to a 4% increase in the company's stock price.

2 sources
HealthApr 23

Florida Couple Identifies Biological Parents in IVF Embryo Mix-Up Case

Tiffany Score and Steven Mills have identified the biological parents of a baby born through IVF who isn't genetically related to them.

2 sources
HealthMar 14

Medicare Chief Dr. Oz Vows Crackdown on Hospice Fraud Following CBS Investigation

Dr. Mehmet Oz, head of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, pledged to combat hospice fraud after CBS News investigation revealed red flags in LA County hospices.

2 sources
HealthApr 5

Costco Recalls Sauté Pans After Metal Caps Eject, Causing Injuries

Sauté pans sold at Costco have been recalled after reports that metal caps can forcefully eject during use, with one consumer reporting bruising and burns.

3 sources
HealthMar 26

Scotland Marks 20 Years Since Smoking Ban; Male Midwife Advocates for Profession

Two separate stories from across the UK highlight workplace milestones and professional diversity challenges.

4 sources
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.

2 sources
HealthApr 22

Study Finds Yoga May Lower Blood Pressure as Effectively as Some Medications

British researchers found that yoga practice could reduce high blood pressure with effectiveness comparable to certain medications.

2 sources

Page 32 of 42 (620 stories)