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The Critical Role of USAID in Global Health and American Security
Kirsten Weeks is a global health leader with over 25 years of experience.Courtesy of Kirsten Weeks <ul><li>Kirsten Weeks has worked in global public health for over 25 years. </li><li>With the Trump… [+5891 chars]
Guinea's Only Private Drug Rehabilitation Clinic Battles Rising Drug Crisis
At Guineas only private drug rehabilitation clinic, Dr Marie Koumbassa and her 15-person team are so convinced that drug use is a national emergency that they work for no pay. Every week, SAJED-Guin… [+5112 chars]
Innovative Sound Technology Offers New Hope for Motion Sickness Relief
A research group led by Takumi Kagawa and Masashi Kato at Nagoya University Graduate School of Medicine has discovered that using “a unique sound stimulation technology”—a device that stimulates the … [+3291 chars]
Study Reveals Alarming Cancer Risks Linked to CT Scans
Computed tomography (CT) scans may account for 5% of all cancers annually, according to a new study out of UC San Francisco that cautions against overusing and overdosing CTs. The danger is greatest… [+4850 chars]
Celebrating Achievements: Happy Hour for Adults with Autism Set to Shine a Light on the Community
Whether you have an official autism diagnosis or an inkling that you could be on the spectrum, you are invited to a happy hour on Wednesday. Happy Hour for Adults with Autism kicks off at 4 p.m. Apr… [+4553 chars]
Navigating the Challenges of Adoption: A Personal Journey
The author (not pictured) experienced depression after adopting a child.Getty Images <ul><li>When I adopted my third child at 47, I didn't realize I could experience post-adoption depression.</li><l… [+4326 chars]
Essential Tips for Managing Spring Allergies and Proper Use of Nasal Sprays
If you feel like your seasonal allergies are getting worse every year, it's not just you. Warming from climate change is making the pollen season longer, and more people are going to the doctor each … [+7433 chars]
The Essential Potty Training Companion: A Parent's Lifesaver
Get a closer look on TikTok! BuzzFeed writer Emma Lord has these in her self-care toolkit: "I'm a long-ish distance runner, and these were certainly an interesting experience for my feet! You sli… [+699 chars]
Microplastics Detected in Human Ovary Follicular Fluid: A New Concern for Women's Reproductive Health
Microplastics have been found for the first time in human ovary follicular fluid, raising a new round of questions about the ubiquitous and toxic substances potential impact on womens fertility. The… [+4216 chars]
Why Americans Refrigerate Eggs: The Fascinating Science Behind Our Egg Storage Habits
This is part of Egg, an attempt to explain why Americans have absolutely lost their minds over egg prices. The Eggsplainer briefly considers some of our weirdest behaviors around eggs. Theres someth… [+3391 chars]
The Changing Landscape of Drug Purchases: From Black Market to Legal Dispensaries and Beyond
This is Checking Out, a column about how we shop, what we buy, and how it all makes us feel. Email tips and ideas to checking.out@slate.com. Before recreational marijuana went legal in California, y… [+14776 chars]
Guinea Faces Growing Drug Crisis Amidst Economic Hardships
Experts say a crisis is under way in Guinea, fuelled by a growing market run by cross-border trafficking syndicatesAt Guinea’s only private drug rehabilitation clinic, Dr Marie Koumbassa and her 15-person team are so convinced that drug use is a national emergency that they work for no pay.Every week, SAJED-Guinée (Service for Helping Young People in Difficult Situations due to Drugs) receives dozens of distress calls from relatives of addicts who are then taken to the facility in the working-class Conakry neighbourhood of Dabompa. Continue reading...
'TikTok helped me after I became a widow at 24'
Chloe Hughes Charlotte Thomas (right) died in February 2024 when she was 25 "I don't know anyone else my age that is married... never mind married and widowed." Growing up in Birmingham, Tania Pom… [+4051 chars]
Navigating Boundaries: Insights from Relationship Experts Spark Online Discussion
The online space is full of discourse about setting boundaries for better mental well-being. However, for many people, it’s still difficult to figure out how to establish them and when’s the right ti… [+7538 chars]
The Risks of Unsecured Trampolines During Storms: A Case Study
Before a storm, it’s important to protect yourself and your belongings, as it can pose significant safety risks to people and cause damage to homes and properties. The usual recommendations are to st… [+4734 chars]
Hair Styling Revolution: Customers Rave About Revlon's New Blow-Dryer
For Elementary puzzles, you need to find the suspect, location, and weapon. For Occult Medium puzzles, the added challenge is that the murderer always lies, and the other suspects tell the truth! For… [+981 chars]
The Rising Trend of Male Cosmetic Procedures: Insights from Dr. Mark Epstein
Women aren't the only ones getting Botox injections. Dr. Mark Epstein, a dual-board-certified plastic surgeon, told Business Insider he's seen an uptick in male clients over the past decade. Where … [+4849 chars]
Rare Cluster of Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease Cases Raises Health Concerns in Oregon County
A small Oregon county has been struck by one of the rarest but scariest ailments known to exist. Health officials in Hood River County have reported an unusual cluster of people coming down with Creu… [+3041 chars]
A Journey of Discovery: How My Autism and ADHD Diagnosis Changed My Life
The author was diagnosed with autism and ADHD at age 25.Courtesy of the author <ul><li>In school, I didn't understand how my classmates didn't need a system to avoid panic attacks.</li><li>My parent… [+4533 chars]
CPSC's Unique Approach to Youth Safety: A Musical Journey
Did you know that approximately 5,100 people between 13 to 24 years-old visited the emergency room for injuries related to using their phones while on the move between 2013 and 2022? Or that around 3… [+4062 chars]
CDC Report Reveals Alarming Autism Rates; Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Sparks Controversy
On its face, the April 17 report issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) was nothing short of alarming. According to a nationwide survey conducted in 2022 across 16 locali… [+7546 chars]
FDA Suspends Crucial Food Safety Measures Amid Staff Cuts and E. Coli Outbreak
The Food and Drug Administration has suspended quality control tests for a vital food safety program and is planning to end virtually all routine food safety inspections, according to a pair of repor… [+3412 chars]
A Cuddle Could Tear My Son's Skin Due to Rare Disorder
Albi's mouth and oesophagus blister, making eating and swallowing painful. He is fed through a tube into his stomach A couple whose son has a rare genetic skin condition say it is hard to process th… [+5171 chars]
Navigating Special Needs Planning: A Journey of Hope and Understanding
In this extract from her book, Rhiannon Gogh says parents often aren’t aware specialist planning is needed if you leave money to a vulnerable dependantAs parents to an autistic son, my husband and I found it hard to accept his diagnosis. Developmental milestones were missed, and the difference between Tristan and others became stark. It could not be ignored, denied or explained away – our beautiful son was profoundly autistic.Tristan was offered a place at a school for children with autism, and every Wednesday morning for a year, I was invited into the school to learn how to interact, play and communicate with our boy. It helped me understand what his future might look like. I could see that he might never talk, work, drive a car or have his own family – he could be dependent on us for the rest of his life. Continue reading...
The Surprising Link Between Oral Hygiene and Cardiovascular Health
Brushing your teeth and flossing has been found to reduce cardiovascular disease risk.MirageC/Getty Images <ul><li>Gut health is a buzzy topic, but the oral microbiome might be the next big trend.</… [+6548 chars]
Study Reveals Contextual Factors Impacting Soldiers' Mental Health After Taking a Life
Killing another person is not necessarily harmful to a soldier's mental health in fact, the impacts on wellbeing depend more on the context than on the act itself. At least, this is the conclusion of… [+5299 chars]
A Glimpse into the Struggles of Healthcare in Gaza: Dr. Sukkar's Daily Battle
The BBC joins a GP in Gaza as she sees dozens of patients, struggling to treat them with a dwindling supply of drugs.
MedEx Ambulance Reports Data Security Incident Affecting Patient Information
SKOKIE, IlI., April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Medical Express Ambulance Inc. D/B/A MedEx Ambulance ("MedEx") recently experienced a data security incident that may have resulted in unauthorized access to patient health information and employee personal information. While this incident did...
Univfy's Innovative IVF Prediction Models Outperform National Registry Standards
Neue Forschungsergebnisse zeigen, dass die Modelle von Univfy zur Vorhersage von Lebendgeburten nach IVF deutlich besser abschneiden als das auf US-Registern basierende Modell. Dabei wurden Modellkennzahlen verwendet, die für die Verbesserung des Zugangs zu IVF, der Erschwinglichkeit und...
FDA Classifies Q'Apel Medical's Recall of Aspiration System as Class I
FREMONT, Calif., April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- On April 7, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA" or "the agency"), classified Q'Apel Medical, Inc.'s ("Q'Apel" or "the company") voluntary recall of 1,617 units of its 072 Aspiration System (also known under the product name...
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Receives FDA Complete Response Letter on EYLEA HD Extended Dosing Proposal
TARRYTOWN, N.Y., April 18, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ: REGN) today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a complete response letter (CRL) regarding the supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for the addition of extended dosing intervals (up to every 24 weeks) for EYLEA HD® (aflibercept) Injection 8 mg across all approved indications.
SparX Biopharmaceutical to Present Promising Clinical Updates on SPX-303 at AACR Annual Meeting
CHICAGO, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- SparX Biopharmaceutical Corp. announced today that it will present clinical updates on its lead asset, SPX-303, a first-in-class anti-LILRB2/PD-L1 bispecific antibody, during the Trial-in-Progress poster session at the 2025 American Association for...
Imperial Health Plan Earns Prestigious NCQA Accreditation for Quality and Excellence in Healthcare
The National Committee for Quality Assurance recognizes Imperial Health for its commitment to clinical excellence and member experience PASADENA, Calif., April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Imperial Health Plan of California, Inc., along with its affiliates Imperial Health Plan of the...
Univfy's AI Models Outperform National Registry in Predicting IVF Success
Une nouvelle étude montre que les modèles de prédiction des naissances vivantes après FIV d'Univfy sont nettement plus performants que les modèles basés sur les registres américains, en utilisant des métriques de modèle essentielles pour améliorer l'accès à la FIV, son accessibilité...
Anti-Vaccine Activists Promote False Claims on Measles Outbreak in Texas
CHD has also pushed the debunked claim that vitamin C offers protections against contracting measles. The groups website is currently promoting an ebook titled The Measles Book: Thirty-Five Secrets t… [+3230 chars]
FDA Approves Dupixent for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria Treatment
Approval based on Phase 3 trials demonstrating Dupixent significantly reduced itch and hives compared to placebo
Dupixent Becomes First New Targeted Medication Approved in the U.S. for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria in Over a Decade
Le Dupixent devient le premier nouveau médicament ciblé approuvé aux États-Unis depuis plus de dix ans pour le traitement de l’urticaire chronique spontanée
Dupixent Receives FDA Approval as First New Targeted Therapy for Chronic Spontaneous Urticaria in Over a Decade
Dupixent approved in the US as the first new targeted therapy in over a decade for chronic spontaneous urticaria