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U.S. sees sharp decline in lung cancer from PM2.5 pollution
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: Researchers reveal that while stricter air quality policies are cutting pollution-related cancer deaths in the U.S., Japan, and South Korea, China’s persistently high rates and global aging trends mean the worldwide burden is projected to climb.…
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Analysis isolates population aging as primary driver of musculoskeletal disorders
This map depicts the ratios between the numbers of incident cases attributed to incidence rate changes and those attributed to population aging in 204 countries and territories, 1990-2021. “Not applicable” indicates population deaging associated decreases in incident cases. Credit: Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases / Guan et al. Novel research shows that in approximately one third of countries and territories…
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Employees and employers brace for a spike in health insurance premiums
WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) – Employers and employees alike are preparing for what some are calling the highest increase in healthcare benefit costs in years, with some plans seeing rises of nearly 10 percent. “It’s been a while since we’ve seen increases like that,” said Taylor Langlois, Co-Owner of Trinity Assurance Group, noting that people are already experiencing rising healthcare benefit…
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Permanent license ban for N.J. doctor accused of improperly prescribing drugs
A doctor has been permanently banned from practicing in New Jersey in an agreement with the state to resolve allegations of misconduct including the improper prescribing of drugs. A final consent order filed by the state Board of Medical Examiners last week states that John R. McGee has surrendered his medical license and is permanently banned from applying for a…
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Scientists map kissing bugs beyond the Americas to assess Chagas threat
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: A groundbreaking dataset charts the distribution of kissing bug species across three continents, providing public health officials with the insights needed to prevent new Chagas disease outbreaks. Data release: Triatomines outside the Americas: a comprehensive dataset…
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Ozempic trend: 1 in 10 Americans have tried weight loss drugs— here’s why 74% still say ‘not for me’ |
Image credits: Getty Images Weight loss drugs have been all the rage lately. Like a magician’s wand these drugs in the form of injectables, pills and more have transformed the body and lives of many including influential figures such as Serena Williams and Oprah Winfrey.While these might be promoted by the who’s and whos of Hollywood, a recent survey has…
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Study finds laser correction for short-sightedness is safe and effective for older teenagers
Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain A major study of laser correction for short-sightedness shows that the procedure is as safe and effective in older teenagers as it is in adults, according to research presented at the 43rd Congress of the European Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgeons (ESCRS). Short-sightedness, or myopia, affects around a third of children and teenagers and research…
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Allopathy vs Homeopathy: FAIMA urges Maharashtra Medical Council to withdraw notification on CCMP registration | Nagpur News
Nagpur: The Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) has written to the Maharashtra Medical Council (MMC), urging it to withdraw its recent notification permitting the registration of Certificate Course in Modern Pharmacology (CCMP) -qualified homeopaths with the council. The move permits CCMP-qualified homeopaths to practice allopathy, and this faced opposition from MBBS doctors.In its letter dated September 12, FAIMA…
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SDSU launches four new nursing programs to address critical healthcare needs | News
San Diego State University is expanding its impact on the health care workforce with the launch of four new Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) programs. With the demand for advanced practice nurses rising sharply in San Diego and Imperial Valley counties, and elsewhere across California, these new offerings represent a major step in preparing the next generation of nursing leaders.…
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Philippines unveils new technologies to detect and manage African Swine Fever
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: Three new technologies to detect and manage African Swine Fever have been unveiled in the Philippines amid ongoing concerns about a vaccine imported from Vietnam. African Swine Fever, which causes haemorrhagic fever in pigs, has had…
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