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October 14, 2024

U.S. seeks international help to address IV fluid shortages after hurricanes

Kyle C. Garrison

In response to the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene, U.S. health officials are urgently coordinating international efforts to import intravenous (IV) fluids. These efforts aim to mitigate severe shortages that…

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October 13, 2024

Harris unveils Medicare expansion for home care, vision, and hearing

Kyle C. Garrison

Vice President Kamala Harris announced a proposal to expand Medicare coverage to include home health care, vision and hearing benefits. This plan aims to address the growing need for affordable…

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October 13, 2024

Daytona Beach IV fluid facility remains operational after Hurricane Milton

Kyle C. Garrison

In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton's devastating passage through Florida, significant relief comes from Daytona Beach, where a critical IV fluid manufacturing plant reported no damage. This facility, operated by…

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October 12, 2024

Competing approaches to drug pricing in the 2024 election

Kyle C. Garrison

The future of drug pricing policies in the United States depends on the outcome of the 2024 elections, with Democratic and Republican candidates presenting distinct approaches. Vice President Kamala Harris…

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October 11, 2024

Florida healthcare facilities brace for Hurricane Milton

Kyle C. Garrison

As Hurricane Milton approaches, healthcare facilities on Florida's west coast are implementing emergency measures, including closing and evacuating hospitals, nursing homes and clinics in anticipation of the storm's expected severe…

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October 11, 2024

Poe U.S. rushes to address critical IV fluid shortages following Hurricane Helene

Kyle C. Garrison

In response to the destructive aftermath of Hurricane Helene, U.S. authorities initiated emergency airlifts of intravenous (IV) fluids from international manufacturers to mitigate a critical shortage that led hospitals to…

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October 10, 2024

National survey reveals mental health disparities among transgender youth

Kyle C. Garrison

A recent CDC survey provides the first national data on transgender students and high school seniors in the United States, shedding light on the prevalence of gender identity diversity among…

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October 9, 2024

Nobel Prize in medicine awarded to researchers for groundbreaking work on microRNA

Kyle C. Garrison

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded to researchers Victor Ambros of Chan Medical School at the University of Massachusetts and Gary Ruvkun of Harvard Medical School.…

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October 9, 2024

2024 nobel prize in medicine awarded for microRNA discovery

Kyle C. Garrison

Two American scientists, Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun, have been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for their pioneering work on microRNAs. This tiny molecule plays a…

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October 8, 2024

Virginia parks enhance fall color experience for colorblind visitors

Kyle C. Garrison

In Virginia, state parks have introduced innovative viewfinders to improve the fall leaf viewing experience for people with red-green color blindness. These devices allow them to perceive the vibrant reds…

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