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October 19, 2024

Columbia cancer surgeon faces multiple research retractions

Kyle C. Garrison

This week, a major surgical oncology division at Columbia University faced a significant setback with the retraction of five research papers and a warning note attached to a sixth, highlighting…

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October 19, 2024

Veterans department investigates Acadia Healthcare for possible insurance fraud

Kyle C. Garrison

The Department of Veterans Affairs is currently investigating Acadia Healthcare, a major network of psychiatric facilities, for potentially defrauding government health insurance programs by unnecessarily extending patients' stays, sources familiar…

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October 18, 2024

U.N. warns of severe therapeutic food shortages threatening African children

Kyle C. Garrison

The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) has issued an urgent warning about the critical shortage of ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF), a life-saving, nutrient-rich food essential for treating malnourished children in…

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October 18, 2024

Ananda Lewis confronts stage 4 breast cancer with renewed hope

Kyle C. Garrison

Ananda Lewis, a prominent television personality best known for her work as an MTV VJ in the 1990s, recently shared an update on her ongoing battle with breast cancer, revealing…

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October 17, 2024

Fisher-Price recalls millions of Snuga Swings following infant fatalities

Kyle C. Garrison

Fisher-Price has issued a voluntary recall of more than two million Snuga swings following reports of at least five infant deaths linked to the product. The recall, announced jointly with…

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October 16, 2024

Harris campaign emphasizes candidate’s health amid 2024 election scrutiny

Kyle C. Garrison

The 2024 presidential race has brought renewed attention to the health and suitability of candidates to handle the demands of the presidency. This weekend, Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign proactively…

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October 16, 2024

Exploring the potential of weight-loss medications to enhance workplace productivity in the U.K.

Kyle C. Garrison

The British government recently unveiled a major pharmaceutical collaboration with Eli Lilly to conduct a five-year study into the effects of the weight-loss drug tirzepatide, known commercially as Mounjaro. This…

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October 15, 2024

Apple’s latest innovation transforms AirPods Pro 2 into hearing aids

Kyle C. Garrison

In an exciting development for technology and healthcare, Apple is set to revolutionize the way we think about hearing care. With a simple software update, your everyday AirPods Pro 2…

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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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