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The fallacy of natural birth: Safeguarding mothers and newborns in modern times

The Hindu

Maternaland infantdeaths were heartbreakingly common in the past; Women frequently succumbed to infections, haemorrhages, or prolonged labour, leaving families devastated.

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Using Data Mining to Choose HDPE Fittings for Water Systems

Smart Data Collective

You can use AI to help research the best HDPE fittings for your business, which is important for having the best water system.

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AIIMS and Wipro to establish AI Health Innovation Hub

The Hindu

A joint working committee from both organisations will oversee the collaboration, which will include clinical research and academic engagement

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Looking Beyond the Scale: Identifying Obesity

Black Health Matters

Obesity is a chronic disease often thought of simply as having excess body weight, but the reality is more complex than the number that appears on a scale. While weight can be an indicator, diagnosing obesity requires a more comprehensive assessment that looks at various factors beyond just body mass. Understanding how obesity is diagnosed is essential for anyone concerned about their health, and clinical trials are opening doors to new ways of understanding and addressing this chronic condition

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How can gene therapy cure haemophilia A? | Explained

The Hindu

What is replacement theory and how effective is it as a form of treatment for haemophiliacs? What is Roctavian? How is using a lentivirus as the vector in gene therapy different from using an adenovirus? Are medicines for treating haemophilia affordable and accessible?

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Understanding Obesity as a Chronic Condition

Black Health Matters

Obesity has become one of the most prevalent health challenges worldwide, affecting more than 40% of adults in the United States. African American women particularly, have the highest rates of obesity compared to other groups in the United States at 57%. Its often misunderstood as simply an issue of overeating or lack of physical activity. However, obesity is a complex and chronic condition influenced by a combination of genetics, metabolism, behavior, and environmental factors.

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Ballari maternal deaths: Assam, Odisha had also flagged concerns against drug company that allegedly provided sub-standard IV fluid

The Hindu

Karnataka investigates substandard IV fluid supplier, halts operations; criminal cases initiated, comprehensive audit ordered for maternal deaths.

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Michael Moore: Anger toward health insurance companies '1000% justified'

The Hill

Filmmaker Michael Moore backed the anger toward insurance companies following the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson last week. "After the killing of the CEO of United HealthCare, the largest of these billion dollar insurance companies, there was an immediate OUTPOURING of anger toward the health insurance industry. Some people have stepped forward to condemn this anger," Moore wrote in his Substack article published Friday.

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Exposing Toxic Chemicals in Consumer Products

Mercola

Editor's Note: This article is a reprint. It was originally published July 14, 2024. In an eye-opening interview, I spoke with Leah Segedie, the founder of Mamavation, about her groundbreaking work investigating and exposing toxic chemicals in food and consumer products. Segedie's organization has become a beacon of hope for health-conscious consumers, conducting independent testing and research to help people navigate the often-murky waters of grocery shopping and make informed, healthier choic

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Obesity rate among US adults fell in 2023 for first time in over a decade: Study

The Hill

The obesity rate among U.S. adults fell in 2023 for the first time in over a decade, according to a new study released on Friday. The study published in the journal JAMA Health Forum found that obesity nationwide has dropped from 46 percent in 2022 to 45.6 percent last year.The researchers also discovered that obesity has declined substantially in the South, including among women older adults, ages 66 to 75.

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General Principles to Consider When Treating Chronic Illness

Mercola

Dr. David Minkoff is a pioneer in natural medicine with an active practice in Clearwater, Florida. In this interview, we dive deep into some of his best strategies to optimize your health and resolve common health challenges that conventional medicine is incapable of resolving. Like me, hes passionate about exercise and has been an avid athlete since his youth.

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Charlamagne tha God on people celebrating UnitedHealthcare CEO's death: 'I don’t understand'

The Hill

Radio host Charlamagne tha God was puzzled why some people are celebrating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompsons death. He questioned what Luigi Mangiones killing of Thompson in Manhattan earlier this month accomplished, arguing that insurance companies still deny claims. I dont understand why people are celebrating him being killed because at the end of the day, like I said yesterday, hes dead.

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How measles, whooping cough, and worse could roar back on RFK Jr.’s watch

NC Health News

By Arthur Allen The availability of safe, effective COVID vaccines less than a year into the pandemic marked a high point in the 300-year history of vaccination, seemingly heralding an age of protection against infectious diseases. Now, after backlash against public health interventions culminated in President-elect Donald Trumps nominating Robert F.

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Many Americans support some of RFK Jr.'s health agenda: Survey

The Hill

Certain parts of the Make America Healthy Again agenda touted by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), have the backing of the majority of Democrats and Republicans, a new YouGov poll found. The survey showed that overall, 78 percent of U.S. citizens strongly or somewhat support mandatory nutrition education in federally funded schools.