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Colombia becomes first country to restrict US beef due to bird flu in dairy cows: Colombia has restricted the import of beef and beef products coming from U.S ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/colombia-becomes-first-country-restrict-us-beef-due-bird-flu-dairy-cows-2024-04-25/
US birth rate falls to record low after pandemic bump: The U.S. birth rate fell to a record low after seeing a bump during the COVID-19 pandemic ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4621485-us-birth-rate-falls-to-record-low-after-pandemic-bump/
One in Five Milk Samples Nationwide Shows Genetic Traces of Bird Flu: There is no evidence that the milk is unsafe to drink, scientists say. But the survey ...
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Quick Glance: Key Insights on Bird Flu-Traced Milk Safety
- FDA confirms traces of bird flu in milk, but emphasizes low public risk.
- Although genetic material of the virus was found in milk, tests show no infectious or live form.
- Authorities have not conducted specific studies on bird flu inactivation in cow's milk through pasteurization.
- Experts stress that milk with bird flu traces is safe as long as it is pasteurized and sourced from infected cows.
Merck raises 2024 profit forecast on surging sales of cancer drug Keytruda: Merck & Co on Thursday raised its annual profit and revenue forecasts on the back of ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/merck-raises-2024-profit-forecast-strong-cancer-hpv-drugs-sales-2024-04-25/
Quick Glance: Merck boosts 2024 profit outlook due to Keytruda sales
- Merck & Co. raises annual profit and revenue forecasts based on double-digit growth for the blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda.
- Sales for 2024 are estimated to be between $63.1 billion and $64.3 billion, an increase from the previous forecast.
- Keytruda recorded $6.95 billion in sales in the first quarter, a 20% increase from the previous year.
- Merck also saw strong growth with its vaccine Gardasil, the drug Vaxneuvance, and a successful acquisition of Harpoon Therapeutics in the first quarter of 2024.
Gilead posts quarterly loss on acquisition charge, revenue rises 5%: Gilead Sciences reported a first-quarter loss on Thursday after taking a $3 ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/gilead-posts-quarterly-loss-revenue-rises-5-2024-04-25/
Fauci agrees to testify in Congress on covid origins, pandemic policies: It marks the first time infectious-disease doctor Anthony S. Fauci will publicly face ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/24/fauci-congress-testimony-pandemic/
U.S. requires more dairy cows tested for bird flu as viral concerns grow: Dairy cows must be tested for bird flu before moving across state lines under a new ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/24/bird-flu-dairy-cow-testing/
Today marks #WorldMalariaDay 🌍
🦟 The life-threatening disease, spread to humans by some types of mosquitoes, it is preventable and curable. However ... Show more #malaria #African
Quick Glance: Combatting Malaria: Challenges and Solutions
- Progress in reducing malaria has stalled in recent years, especially in African regions. Pregnant women, young children, and other vulnerable groups continue to have limited access to malaria services.
- Infants and young children are disproportionately affected by malaria, especially in poorer households in sub-Saharan Africa. Pregnant women are at increased risk of malaria due to immunity loss.
- Refugees, migrants, and indigenous peoples are also at higher risk of malaria and often lack access to necessary services.
- Climate change and humanitarian emergencies contribute to making vulnerable populations more susceptible to malaria. Measures like combating discrimination and integrating malaria control interventions into universal health coverage can help achieve a malaria-free world.
Dairy cattle must be tested for bird flu before moving between states, agriculture officials say
apnews.com/article/bird-flu-avian-influenza-h5n1-hpai-60ce37b87616995fee5ec7faead37dde
FDA and USDA food recalls reach highest level since before pandemic: Undeclared allergen, Listeria and Salmonella were the top three reasons for food recalls in ...
axios.com/2024/04/25/food-recall-usda-fda-recalls
What to know about the bird flu outbreak in the US after virus fragments found in milk samples
abcnews.go.com/Health/bird-flu-outbreak-us-after-fragments-found-milk/story
Bird flu tests ordered for dairy cattle that cross state lines: The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has ordered bird flu tests for dairy cattle that cross ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4621194-bird-flu-tests-ordered-for-dairy-cattle-that-cross-state-lines/
Opinion | We Are Blowing the Fight to Contain Bird Flu: “There’s a fine line between one person and 10 people with H5N1.”
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/opinion/bird-flu-cow-outbreak.html
U.S. economy grew at 1.6 percent annual rate in first quarter 2024, a sharp slowdown
washingtonpost.com/business/2024/04/25/gdp-2024-economy-growth/
Woman Suddenly Loses Medicare Insurance in Middle of Cancer Treatment: The 67-year-old Charlotte resident said she was undergoing treatment for her stage 4 ...
newsweek.com/woman-loses-medicare-insurance-during-cancer-treatment-1893939
US government will require more testing, tracking of bird flu in dairy cows: The US Department of Agriculture said Wednesday that it is issuing a federal order ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/health/tracking-bird-flu-dairy-cows/
White House moves to protect patient abortion records: The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a final rule Monday blocking the disclosure of ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4611566-white-house-moves-to-protect-patient-abortion-records/
3.6 million Medicare enrollees may now be eligible for Wegovy coverage: About 3.6 million Medicare enrollees may qualify for coverage for the anti-obesity drug ...
cnn.com/2024/04/24/health/wegovy-medicare-spending/
Concern grows as bird flu spreads further in US cows: 32 herds in 8 states: Experts say the US is not sharing as much data on the outbreak as it should.
arstechnica.com/science/2024/04/concern-grows-as-bird-flu-spreads-further-in-us-cows-32-herds-in-8-states/
Scientists say USDA is sharing too little data too slowly on H5N1 flu: When the US Department of Agriculture announced late Sunday that it had publicly posted ...
cnn.com/2024/04/23/health/h5n1-usda-gisaid-genetic-sequences/
Most nursing homes don't have enough staff to meet the federal government's new rules
npr.org/sections/health-shots/2024/04/24/1246628171/nursing-home-staffing-final-rule-medicare-medicaid
Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes
- The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.
- The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.
- Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.
- The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.
CDC issues health advisory about risks of counterfeit or mishandled Botox injections
cnn.com/2024/04/23/health/cdc-health-advisory-botox-injections/
Bird flu virus detected in U.S. grocery store milk. FDA says supply still safe - National | Globalnews.ca
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VP Harris to unveil nursing home rules in battleground state of Wisconsin: U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to the political battleground state of ...
reuters.com/world/us/vp-harris-unveil-nursing-home-rules-battleground-state-wisconsin-2024-04-22/
5 things to know for April 23: Trump trial, Gaza, Ukraine, Health care privacy, Dubai floods
cnn.com/2024/04/23/us/5-things-to-know-for-april-23-trump-trial-gaza-ukraine-health-care-privacy-dubai-floods/
Bird Flu Virus Remnants Found In U.S. Milk Supply—FDA Says Milk Remains Safe: A large outbreak of bird flu in dairy cows as reported late last month.
forbes.com/sites/antoniopequenoiv/2024/04/23/bird-flu-virus-remnants-found-in-us-milk-supply-fda-says-milk-remains-safe/
Possible measles exposure at Indiana children's museum during total eclipse event, officials say
abcnews.go.com/US/possible-measles-exposure-indiana-childrens-museum-total-eclipse-event/story
U.S. Supreme Court rejects Vanda Pharmaceuticals case over sleep-drug patents: The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear a bid by Vanda Pharmaceuticals ...
reuters.com/legal/us-supreme-court-rejects-vanda-pharmaceuticals-case-over-sleep-drug-patents-2024-04-22/
Public health alert issued over ground beef that may be contaminated with E. coli
usatoday.com/story/money/food/2024/04/22/ground-beef-health-alert-e-coli/73409037007/
U.S. housing market paralyzed by lock-in effect | Analysis: For homeowners not looking to move anytime soon, the low rates they secured will benefit them for ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/15/upshot/mortgage-rates-homes-stuck.html
Blinken to raise risks for American travelers on trip to Beijing: The Biden administration is unlikely to ease high-level travel warnings for China unless the ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4611116-blinken-risks-travel-warning-china/
What the cost of insulin may mean for Biden's campaign: President Joe Biden frequently cites insulin prices as he promotes a $35 price cap for Americans with ...
apnews.com/article/biden-insulin-prices-cap-campaign-impact-f969191c3c5178c91cc973a1b89c2200
Fewer people are riding S.F.’s iconic cable cars: Fewer people are riding S.F.’s iconic cable cars. Here’s how far ridership has fallen
sfchronicle.com/sf/article/cable-cars-ridership-19408219.php
Syphilis case increase sparks Colorado public health order: An alarming spike in syphilis cases in Colorado prompted a statewide public health order ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/4605205-syphilis-colorado-public-health-order/
Aaron Rodgers' HIV Comments Spark Furious Backlash: The New York Jets quarterback has become known for sharing his controversial opinions and he is currently ...
newsweek.com/aaron-rodgers-hiv-comments-backlash-1891122
Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Aaron Rodgers' HIV Remarks
- Aaron Rodgers, the New York Jets quarterback, is facing strong online criticism for his contentious statements.
- Recently surfaced comments made by Aaron Rodgers regarding HIV have sparked significant backlash on social media.
- In a podcast episode from March, Rodgers alleged that the HIV/AIDS crisis of the 1980s was deliberately orchestrated by the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases with government assistance.
- Additionally, Rodgers has voiced disapproval of the handling of both health crises by Dr. Anthony Fauci, the former chief medical advisor to the U.S. president.
USDA confirms cow-to-cow transmission a factor in bird flu spread: The U.S. Department of Agriculture said this week that cow-to-cow transmission is a factor in ...
reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/usda-confirms-cow-to-cow-transmission-factor-bird-flu-spread-2024-04-19/
Turning Down the Noise Around You Improves Health in Many Ways: Experts describe ways to turn down the volume, from earbuds to smartphone apps that detect ...
scientificamerican.com/article/everyday-noises-can-hurt-hearts-not-just-ears-and-the-ability-to-learn/
FBI found it ‘alarming’ that Fauci-funded virus research at Wuhan lab would leave no trace of ‘human manipulation’
nypost.com/2024/04/19/us-news/fbi-got-tip-that-fauci-funded-virus-research-at-wuhan-lab-would-leave-no-trace-of-human-manipulation/
Free COVID Home Test Kits Are Still Available: Here's How to Get Them: If you think you might have COVID, don't panic: You have plenty of options for free ...
cnet.com/health/free-covid-home-test-kits-are-still-available-heres-how-to-get-them/
What are symptoms of fake Botox illness? What to know about CDC warning: Warnings about fake Botox injections given by people not trained to give the shots are ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fake-botox-cdc-warnings-symptoms-rcna148197
'Unabomber' Ted Kaczynski had late-stage rectal cancer and was 'depressed' before prison suicide, autopsy says
nbcnews.com/news/us-news/unabomber-ted-kaczynski-late-stage-rectal-cancer-was-depressed-prison-rcna147819
Most Seattle-area renters report big rent hikes in the past 12 months: Fifty-three percent of Seattle-area renters saw their monthly rent jump more than $100 in ...
seattletimes.com/seattle-news/data/most-seattle-area-renters-report-big-rent-hikes-in-the-past-12-months/
Quick Glance: Majority of Seattle-area Renters Report Significant Rent Increases in Past 12 Months
- While rents in the Seattle area and nationally surged in the early pandemic years, the rental market seems to have calmed since 2023, providing some relief to local tenants.
- However, recent survey data from the US Census Bureau suggests that the majority of renters in the Seattle area may not agree with these reports.
- Out of the estimated 658,000 individuals who experienced rent hikes, approximately 113,000 had a relatively minor increase of under $100. A significantly larger group - around 306,000 - saw their rent rise between $100 and $249 per month.
- Established in 2020 as a response to the pandemic, the initiative aimed to inform authorities and policymakers about the pandemic's effects on communities nationwide and offer data to support recovery post-pandemic.
Senators blast Biden administration’s staffing plans for veterans’ health care: The top two senators on the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs called the ...
cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/senators-va-healthcare-staffing-invs/
Why hospital wait times are so bad: The US may be recovering from a physician shortage, but don't expect to spend less time in hospital waiting rooms this year.
businessinsider.com/why-hospital-wait-times-are-bad-physician-shortage-low-pay-2024-4
Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound found to reduce sleep apnea, company says: Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound was found to reduce obstructive sleep ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eli-lillys-weight-loss-drug-zepbound-found-reduce-sleep-apnea-company-rcna148113
US prisons were Covid hotbed, inmates died nearly 3.5 times more than those outside
wionews.com/world/us-prisons-were-covid-hotbed-where-inmates-nearly-35-times-more-likely-died-than-those-outside-712629
Amid syphilis surge, doctors call for more testing during pregnancy: A coalition of obstetricians is recommending routine blood screening at the first prenatal ...
washingtonpost.com/health/2024/04/18/screening-syphilis-baby-pregnant/
InnovationRx: Legislation Could Prevent Pharma Companies From Working With Chinese Contractors
forbes.com/sites/katiejennings/2024/04/17/innovationrx-legislation-could-prevent-pharma-companies-from-working-with-chinese-contractors/
Popular weight loss drugs in tight supply as Zepbound shortage could last through June
abcnews.go.com/Health/popular-weight-loss-drugs-tight-supply-zepbound-shortage/story
Aaron Rodgers' HIV Comments Spark Furious Backlash: The New York Jets quarterback has become known for sharing his controversial opinions and he is currently ...
newsweek.com/aaron-rodgers-hiv-comments-backlash-1891122
Fauci warns against 'normalisation of untruth' since pandemic : Top US doctor in Dublin to receive the Stearne Medal for his outstanding contribution ...
irishexaminer.com/news/arid-41376727.html
Counterfeit Botox has been found in several states. Here’s what consumers should know.
cnn.com/2024/04/16/health/counterfeit-botox-what-to-know/
Change Healthcare’s New Ransomware Nightmare Goes From Bad to Worse: A cybercriminal gang called RansomHub claims to be selling highly sensitive patient ...
wired.com/story/change-healthcare-ransomhub-data-sale/
Whooping cough surging in some countries. Why you may need a booster.: Whooping cough outbreaks in Europe, Asia and parts of the U.S. should be a reminder to get ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/whooping-cough-surging-countries-may-need-booster-rcna147848
Eli Lilly's weight loss drug Zepbound found to reduce sleep apnea, company says: Eli Lilly’s weight loss drug Zepbound was found to reduce obstructive sleep ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/eli-lillys-weight-loss-drug-zepbound-found-reduce-sleep-apnea-company-rcna148113
Could a ‘new star’ appear in the sky this summer? Here’s what to know: This is turning out to be quite the year for skywatchers.
wearegreenbay.com/news/national/could-a-new-star-appear-in-the-sky-this-summer-heres-what-to-know/
Why Is There a Tick Vaccine For Dogs and Not Humans?: Certain concerns have hindered development, but several Lyme prevention drugs are currently being tested in ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/16/well/live/humans-dogs-vaccine-lyme-disease.html
Monday was the last day to file your taxes, and if it seems like you didn’t get a refund like you used to, you’re not alone.
In fact, it’s a growing trend ... Show more www.politico.com/news/2024/04/15/tax-fewer-people-getting-refunds-00152248
Why some U.S. adults may need another dose of measles vaccine: Falling vaccination rates and a sharp rise in cases are raising questions for older adults who got ...
ajc.com/news/health-news/why-some-adults-may-need-another-dose-of-measles-vaccine/Q3OITMRBOVHTTJ4BHRLMBY5NSE/
Quick Glance: Measles Resurgence: Key Updates for Your Practice
- Measles have returned to the US, primarily due to declining vaccination rates and increased international travel.
- The disease is highly contagious, affecting areas with low vaccination coverage, even in states with high rates.
- Vaccination rates among kindergarteners have decreased, raising concerns about increased susceptibility to outbreaks.
- Emphasis is placed on combating misinformation about vaccines and improving public understanding of the severe risks posed by measles compared to the minimal risks of vaccination.
Paxlovid COVID Treatment Is Most Beneficial for Unvaccinated People with Risk Factors. Others May Not Need It
scientificamerican.com/article/paxlovid-covid-treatment-most-beneficial-for-unvaccinated-people-with-risk/
Fake Botox Is Sending People to the Hospital: Users of suspected counterfeit products are experiencing botulism-like symptoms.
thedailybeast.com/fake-botox-is-sending-people-to-the-hospital
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How will changes to the CDC’s COVID-19 isolation guidelines impact people with disabilities?
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Fake Botox is the cause of bad reactions in 9 states, FDA says: Fake Botox is behind 19 reports of vision problems and difficulty breathing and swallowing in at ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/fake-botox-cause-bad-reactions-9-states-fda-says-rcna148009
‘Forever chemicals’ have been linked to many diseases. Are they connected to breast and gynecological cancers, too?
thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4574448-forever-chemicals-linked-diseases-breast-gynecological-cancers-too/
CDC: Nearly a third of measles cases since 2020 happened in the past three months
usatoday.com/story/news/health/2024/04/11/cdc-measles-cases-2020-2024/73280772007/
Quick Glance: CDC warns of looming measles outbreak in the US
- A report from the World Health Organization and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention indicates a significant decline in measles immunization since the onset of the coronavirus pandemic, resulting in a record high of almost 40 million children missing a vaccine dose last year.
- With the increase in cases that could jeopardize the virus's eliminated status in the U.S., the CDC is calling for measures to boost measles immunization.
- So far, 113 measles cases have been confirmed since 2020, compared to 58 cases detected last year. The majority of measles patients since 2020 have not been vaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
- Experts express concerns that the rise in measles cases in the U.S. may signal a troubling trend. The CDC emphasizes the need to increase routine MMR vaccination coverage to maintain elimination.
CDC finds Covid vaccines not linked to sudden death in young people: There is no evidence that mRNA Covid vaccines cause fatal cardiac arrest or other deadly ...
nbcnews.com/health/health-news/cdc-finds-covid-vaccines-not-linked-sudden-death-young-people-rcna147188
Neumora Therapeutics shares fall after clinical trial setback: Shares of Neumora Therapeutics fell more than 15 percent Monday morning after announcement that ...
bostonglobe.com/2024/04/15/business/neumora-therapeutics-schizophrenia-trial/
How 'miracle' weight-loss drugs made health disparities worse: Ozempic and other drugs raised the possibility of reversing the country's obesity crisis ...
latimes.com/science/story/2024-04-15/how-miracle-weight-loss-drugs-made-health-disparities-worse
McCaughey: Biden & Co. not ready for next pandemic: The H5N1 virus, which for 30 years affected mostly birds, is rapidly evolving and spreading globally ...
bostonherald.com/2024/04/15/mccaughey-biden-co-not-ready-for-next-pandemic/
How will changes to the CDC’s COVID-19 isolation guidelines impact people with disabilities?
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The wallet-busting era of car ownership: Driving is more expensive than it's been in decades.
axios.com/2024/04/13/car-prices-insurance-repairs
Study: COVID-19 Vaccine Not Linked to Sudden Cardiac Death Among Young People: Cases of myocarditis and pericarditis have rarely been observed after COVID-19 ...
usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2024-04-11/study-covid-19-vaccine-not-linked-to-sudden-cardiac-death-among-young-people
US biotech executive sentenced to 7 years in jail for COVID test fraud: The chief executive of a U.S. biotechnology company that falsely promised investors it ...
reuters.com/legal/us-biotech-executive-sentenced-7-years-jail-covid-test-fraud-2024-04-12/
'Run, run, run': Chaos at a Sydney mall as 6 people stabbed to death, and the suspect fatally shot
omaha.com/news/nation-world/crime-courts/violence-crime-police-stabbing-sydney/article_90eed776-07df-5b8a-ac1a-0bf4350d43d4.html
Adderall shortage and drug price issues ahead of presidential election: The shortage and increased costs could impact who many Americans vote for in the upcoming ...
businessinsider.com/adderall-shortage-highlights-drug-price-concerns-presidential-election-biden-2024-4
These states have the highest property taxes. Where does yours fit in? See map.: Property taxes nationwide have increased since before the pandemic ...
usatoday.com/story/money/2024/04/13/highest-property-taxes-america-map/73296122007/
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