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Benefits, Uses, and Traditional Medicine
I was taking a walk recently and saw Ficus exasperata, known as ewe eepin, in front of a house, and it reminded me of the story I shared about how this plant induced a woman’s menstruation. So, on our visit to nature’s pharmacy this week, we shall be discussing Ficus exasperata, in the family Moraceae. It is popularly known as…
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Mayor Mamdani Announces New Appointments, Including Commissioners for Health and Correction
New York – Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani announced five new appointments to lead core agencies across city government and advance the administration’s vision for a safer and more affordable New York City. Mayor Mamdani appointed Dr. Alister Martin as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene and Stanley Richards as Commissioner of the New…
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Pharmacist issues warning to 5 million people taking atorvastatin
The expert said that there are “side effects people should not ignore” Sophie Buchan Money and Lifestyle Writer 07:11, 31 Jan 2026 The pharmacist issued a warning to those taking the medication, or peoople looking to start it(Image: Getty) A pharmacist has issued an important warning for people taking statins. Urging them to exercise caution, the concern centres on a…
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Woman hospitalised after Juniper prescribes weight-loss drugs her GP refused
A woman says she was hospitalised with an eating disorder after a medical telehealth provider approved weight-loss drugs her GP had refused. Even after she complained following her discharge, she was later sent marketing promotions and discount codes from that same company, known as Juniper. Juniper continued sending Ms Munch marketing promotions and discount codes. (Supplied) In 2023, Claire Munch…
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US exit from the World Health Organization marks a new era in global health policy – here’s what the US, and world, will lose
The U.S. departure from the World Health Organization became official in late January 2026, according to the Trump administration – a year after President Donald Trump signed an executive order on inauguration day of his second term declaring that he was doing so. He first stated his intention to do so during his first term in 2020, early in the…
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The disruptive force of weight loss drugs: How GLP-1s do more than shed pounds
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it’s investigating the financials of Elon Musk’s pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, ‘The A Word’, which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know…
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Engineering-driven startups at ASU advance biomedical innovation
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: The future of engineering-driven health innovation is currently unfolding at Arizona State University. In the School of Biological and Health Systems Engineering, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, a new generation of biomedical entrepreneurs is…
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2026 heart health faculty experts list – USC News & Events
Posted on: February 1, 2026; Updated on: February 1, 2026By Gregory Hardy, ghardy@sc.edu Heart disease is the leading cause of death in South Carolina, and rates are rising among younger adults and communities facing the greatest health disparities. During February’s American Heart Month, University of South Carolina faculty experts are available to provide insight into the science, clinical care…
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Foreign legislation strongly influences domestic novel psychoactive substance deaths
In an evolving health landscape, emerging research continues to highlight concerns that could impact everyday wellbeing. Here’s the key update you should know about: Ric Treble is a retired forensic chemist, who has studied the development of novel drugs for over thirty years. He provides support to the UK’s Advisory Council on the Misuse of Drugs and was awarded an…
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NativePath Bladder Health Product Information Updated as Consumer Interest in Bladder Support Supplement Options Grows in 2026
NativePath An informational overview examining category context, publicly available product disclosures, and what consumers often consider when researching bladder support supplement options MIAMI, FL, Jan. 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. It is not medical advice. Bladder and urinary concerns should be evaluated by a qualified healthcare professional. This content does not diagnose,…
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