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September 25, 2024

Dr. John A. Clements dies at 101; pioneered life-saving neonatal treatment

Kyle C. Garrison

Dr. John A. Clements, a preeminent figure in pulmonary science who deciphered critical lung function in the 1950s and later developed a revolutionary drug to treat lung failure in newborns,…

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September 24, 2024

FTC questions prescription managers over high insulin costs

Kyle C. Garrison

On September 20, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) initiated a lawsuit against the three largest pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) in the United States, alleging that their practices have led…

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September 24, 2024

Assessment of the surge in infectious diseases this summer: perception vs. reality

Kyle C. Garrison

Starting on September 23, 2024, the past few summer months have seen what seems like a relentless surge in infectious diseases, from avian influenza and mpox to dengue and eastern…

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September 23, 2024

Unveiling new weapons: Lasker Awards honor breakthroughs in health research

Kyle C. Garrison

This title emphasizes the focus on new discoveries and treatments highlighted by the Lasker Awards. It avoids direct mention of specific diseases to maintain interest and encourage reading. Here is…

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September 19, 2024

Potential impact of R.F.K. Jr.’s collaboration with Trump on U.S. public health policies

Kyle C. Garrison

In an unexpected turn of political allegiances, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a prominent vaccine safety skeptic, could soon influence national health policy if he joins forces with former President Donald…

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September 16, 2024

Change in polio vaccination strategy leads to unexpected outbreaks

Kyle C. Garrison

In a significant health shift, the 2016 change to the oral polio vaccine, aimed at eradicating the disease, inadvertently contributed to new outbreaks. This modified vaccine strategy, called “the switch,”…

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September 16, 2024

Norovirus outbreak forces closure of popular Kauai hiking trail

Kyle C. Garrison

Officials have closed the popular Kalalau Trail on the island of Kauai, Hawaii, following a major norovirus outbreak that has sickened numerous hikers. The trail, a scenic 22-mile loop within…

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September 15, 2024

Boar’s Head closes Virginia facility due to listeria outbreak

Kyle C. Garrison

Boar's Head has announced an indefinite closure of its Jarratt, Virginia, deli meat plant following a major listeria outbreak. The outbreak has been linked to nine deaths and affected multiple…

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September 15, 2024

Wisconsin farm initiates salmonella egg recall

Kyle C. Garrison

A major salmonella outbreak affecting individuals in nine states has led to the recall of egg products from a Wisconsin farm, with 65 confirmed cases reported by health officials. Fortunately,…

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