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Top FDA vaccine official forced out, cites RFK Jr.'s "misinformation and lies."

NPR Health

A top vaccine advisor at the FDA was forced to resign on Friday. In his resignation letter, Dr. Peter Marks, wrote "truth and transparency are not desired," by HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

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Free medical, vision, and dental care returns in April with Seattle/King County Clinic!

Public Health Insider

Anyone who struggles to get the healthcare they need is welcome at the Seattle/King County Clinic, April 24-27 at Seattle Center. We proud to be part of this volunteer-driven event! The post Free medical, vision, and dental care returns in April with Seattle/King County Clinic! appeared first on PUBLIC HEALTH INSIDER.

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USAID terminates nearly all its remaining employees

NPR Health

The remaining USAID employees were given an end-of-employment date in an email sent out today.

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Medical gaslighting tops list of highest patient safety risks

Association of Health Care Journalists

The risks associated with medical professionals dismissing patient, family and caregiver concerns also called “medical gaslighting” ranked highest on an annual list of patient safety concerns compiled by the nonprofit organization ECRI. Insufficient governance of AI in health care, the viral spread of medical misinformation, and medical errors and delays in care resulting from cybersecurity breaches also were listed as significant concerns.

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Long wait for a rushed doctor's visit? Maybe you'll get more with a 'membership' fee

NPR Health

'/> The growing number of concierge medical practices limit the number of patients and charge them membership fees. Will this worsen the ongoing shortage of primary care doctors for everyone else?

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Health Beyond the Blog: Dr. Jessi Gold and “How Do You Feel?”

Exploring Health

Dr. Gold reflects on how to walk the line between self-care and patient care in her new memoir. by Merom Arthur This past fall, Dr. Jessi Gold, published her vulnerable and provocative memoir, How Do You Feel?: One Doctors Search for Humanity. Dr. Gold, the Chief Wellness Officer at the University of Tennessee, specializes in the psychiatric treatment of college students and healthcare workers, and also advises well-known members of the entertainment industry, such as Selena Gomez and her makeup

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Cold plunges actually change your cells

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Cold water immersion for seven days significantly improves cellular resilience and autophagic function, helping cells manage stress better. This adaptation could enhance health and longevity, potentially preventing diseases and slowing aging at a cellular level.

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Cuts to HHS staff, public health funding will undermine nation's well-being

Public Health Newswire

APHA calls on Congress to block restructuring plans

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Modeling the impact of early vaccination in an influenza pandemic in the United States

NPJ Vaccine

npj Vaccines, Published online: 29 March 2025; doi:10.

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How HIIT and intermittent fasting alter metabolism in postmenopausal women

News Medical Health Sciences

How the combination of HIIT with intermittent fasting or a low-calorie diet improves metabolic health among postmenopausal women.

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Discrimination-related depression, anxiety pronounced among multiracial, White, Asian populations

Science Daily - Public Health

A new study found that over half of US adults experienced some form of discrimination, and individuals with high exposure to discrimination have more than five times the chances of screening positive for depression, and five times the chances of screening positive for anxiety. Compared to adults who do not experience discrimination, adults who do experience this mistreatment have nearly nine times the odds of screening positive for both depression and anxiety.

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Measles outbreak sparks vaccine enthusiasm across the country

NPR Health

Measles spreads quickly in communities where vaccination rates are low - and vaccine hesitancy has been on the rise for years. But amid a growing outbreak in Texas, vaccine enthusiasm is growing, as parents try to get their kids vaccinated early.

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Life’s essential eight: a blueprint for optimal health

The Hindu

Combat cardiovascular diseases with Life's Essential 8: diet, exercise, no smoking, quality sleep, mental well-being, healthy weight, blood levels.

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Machine learning identifies key comorbidities predicting premature death in IBD patients

News Medical Health Sciences

Researchers use machine learning models to investigate patterns between multimorbidity and premature deaths among decedents with irritable bowel disease.

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Genes may influence our enjoyment of music

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Does our ability to enjoy music have a biological basis? A genetic twin study shows that music enjoyment is partly heritable. Scientists uncovered genetic factors that influence the degree of music enjoyment, which were partly distinct from genes influencing general enjoyment of rewarding experiences or musical ability.

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Embracing AI for more efficient and effective peer review in science

News Medical Health Sciences

It is expected that in 2025, approximately three million articles will be indexed in Scopus and the Web of Science.

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From ice baths to gut health, here are 2025’s biggest wellness trends

The Hindu

Hooked to your phone and unable to handle stress? We experiment with some of this years most popular wellness trends, and meet the experts for advice on emotional, physical and mental care. What are our takeaways?

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New insights into how the immune system handles latent parasite infections

News Medical Health Sciences

Most humans have long-lived infections in various tissues-including in the nervous system-that typically do not result in disease.

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Its all about patient engagement.

Managed Care Matters

1. Let’s start with a little backstory—what inspired you to start Plethy, and how has the journey evolved so far? Well, like a lot of great ideas, Plethy started because we saw a huge gap in care. Patients recovering from musculoskeletal (MSK) injuries—whether from surgery or just daily life—were being sent home with vague instructions like, “Do your exercises and check in later.” That’s just not how recovery works!

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Discrimination exposure found to raise anxiety, depression risks among racial and ethnic groups

News Medical Health Sciences

A new study found that more than half of US adults encounter some form of discrimination, and that this mistreatment may fuel higher chances of depression and/or anxiety among specific racial and ethnic groups due to cultural, social, and systemic factors.

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Physicists use quantum entanglement to crack mystery of strange metals

Science Daily: Pharmacology News

Scientists have long sought to unravel the mysteries of strange metals -- materials that defy conventional rules of electricity and magnetism. Now, a team of physicists has made a breakthrough in this area using a tool from quantum information science. The study reveals that electrons in strange metals become more entangled at a crucial tipping point, shedding new light on the behavior of these enigmatic materials.

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Six promising biomarkers could improve early and accurate detection of kidney injury

News Medical Health Sciences

Critical Path Institute (C-Path) and Boston Medical Center (BMC) published results for six biomarkers that could improve the early and accurate detection of kidney injury, leading to both the development of safer medications and better health outcomes for all patients.

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Vaping is not an approved way to quit smoking, it is in fact, far more harmful

The Hindu

A 20 mg/ml vape, with 40 mg of nicotine is the equivalent of smoking one or two packs of 20 cigarettes.

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AI-powered model improves prediction of bladder cancer treatment outcomes

News Medical Health Sciences

Leveraging the power of AI and machine learning technologies, researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine developed a more effective model for predicting how patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer will respond to chemotherapy.

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AI and the Future of SEO: How Businesses Can Stay Ahead

Smart Data Collective

AI is transforming SEO by enhancing content strategies, optimizing search rankings, and driving more organic traffic.

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UTA expert discusses the latest developments of measles outbreak in Texas

News Medical Health Sciences

Measles is a highly contagious disease that was declared eliminated from the U.S. by the World Health Organization 25 years ago due to the success of vaccination efforts.

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Prices of coronary stents set to rise

The Hindu

The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority has allowed manufacturers and importers to revise prices based on inflation

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Study uncovers how resistance to chemotherapies may occur in some cancers

News Medical Health Sciences

Investigators at Mass General Brigham have uncovered how resistance to chemotherapies may occur in some cancers. Researchers focused on a pathway that harnesses reactive oxygen species (ROS) to kill cancer cells.

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Slim Down Without Exercise? The NEAT Effect Explained

Mercola

Picture this: youre stuck at your desk, your leg bouncing under the table, or youre clicking your pen during a long phone call. You might think its just a nervous habit, but what if those wiggles are secretly boosting your health? Fidgeting those little movements you cant seem to stop along with everyday actions like standing or pacing, do wonders for you.

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Research sheds light on the genetic basis of music enjoyment

News Medical Health Sciences

Music is central to human emotion and culture. Does our ability to enjoy music have a biological basis? A genetic twin study, published in Nature Communications, shows that music enjoyment is partly heritable.

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A New Paradigm for Healing — Shifting Focus to Cellular Health

Mercola

Your cells are the building blocks of your body, and their health determines how well your entire system functions. At the heart of cellular health are the mitochondria tiny structures within each cell that act as power plants, driving everything from repair and regeneration to immune function and overall vitality. Healthy cells are essential to keep you energized, focused and free from chronic disease.

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Scientists develop lab model to study TDP-43 accumulation in neurodegeneration

News Medical Health Sciences

Accumulation of a protein called TDP-43 is a key feature of ALS and frontotemporal dementia. In a newly published study, researchers report 'seeding' this accumulation through fragments of the culprit protein created in the lab.

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The Hidden Link Between Vitamins and Hair Loss

Mercola

Picture this: you step out of the shower, glance down and see a tangle of hair circling the drain more than usual. You wonder, Whats happening to my hair? While stress or family genes could be culprits, theres another common reason you might not have thought of: vitamin deficiencies. Your hair acts like a window to your overall health, dropping hints about whats going on inside your body.

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Scientists confirm neurobiochemical link between dopamine and cognitive flexibility

News Medical Health Sciences

For the first time, scientists have confirmed a neurobiochemical link between dopamine and cognitive flexibility, according to new research published in the March issue of The Journal of Nuclear Medicine.

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