Health

Senate passes Trump tax cut bill that slashes Medicaid spending

The Senate has successfully passed a $4.5 trillion tax-cut bill, following last-minute alterations to its healthcare provisions in order to secure support from within the Republican party. The bill, which…

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How forensic pathologists play a key role in tracking disease and supporting public health

Forensic pathologists are often portrayed in a dark and mysterious light, focusing…

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Senate tax bill, anti-vax rhetoric, lung cancer

The use of swear words in journalism has always been a controversial…

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Circadian disruption by night light linked to multiple cardiovascular outcomes

Flinders Health and Medical Research Institute researchers, in collaboration with colleagues from…

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Why this activist is putting her body on the line for Americans with disabilities

Latoya Maddox, a disability rights activist, found herself at the center of…

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SA scientists release promising HIV cure trial results –

The groundbreaking findings of the first HIV cure trial in Africa have been released by South African scientists, showcasing promising…

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Even the richest Americans face shorter lifespans than their European counterparts, study finds

A recent study published in the New England Journal of Medicine has shed light on the differences in wealth and…

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998 hotline, NIH cuts, Dr. Oz confirmed at CMS

The strategy is expected to be met with skepticism from public health experts, who have long argued that a punitive…

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Exposure to wildfire smoke linked to worsening mental health conditions

Wildfire smoke has long been known to pose serious health risks, particularly in terms of respiratory and cardiovascular issues. However,…

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CDC effectively shutters unit handling asthma control, lead poisoning issues

The aftermath of Hurricane Ian left many Floridians dealing with the devastation of flooded homes and moldy debris. For those…

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US Funding Cuts Set Back HIV Research By Decades

In conclusion, the abrupt shutdown of key USAID-funded HIV research and development programs has had a devastating impact on HIV…

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How we reported the snakebite scandal –

Snakebite is a deadly threat faced by rural workers in sub-Saharan Africa, with venomous snakebites killing between 80,000 and 140,000…

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Western diet causes inflammation while traditional African foods protect, new study finds

The impact of diet on our health is undeniable, and a recent study has shed light on just how significant…

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Advisory panel on ethical, legal issues in human health research disbanded

The Secretary’s Advisory Committee on Human Research Protections, a vital group of experts that advises the Department of Health and…

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GPS ignites independence in older adult drivers

GPS technology has revolutionized the way we navigate our world, and a recent study suggests that it could have significant…

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