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HEALTH6h agoShe Either Has No Water or Lives With Uncertainty : The Racial and Economic Divide of Puerto Rico Water RationingAn article highlights the racial and economic disparities in water rationing in Puerto Rico, leading to uncertainty or lack of access for some residents. This points to a significant social justice and infrastructure issue affecting public welfare.russiaherald.com · Russia
HEALTH10h agoUS measles cases exceed 4,400, far exceeding last year’s totalsNational measles cases this year have now exceeded 4,400, all but guaranteeing the country will more than double the number of measles infections confirmed last year, which totaled 2,289. The latest update from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on Friday recorded 4,410 total cases in 2026 just a week after the U.S.…The Hill
HEALTH10h agoRising Employer-Sponsored Insurance Premiums Will Add to the Pressure for ReformThe consultants agree: Healthcare premiums in 2027 for employer-sponsored insurance (ESI) are going up once again at an exceptionally elevated rate. As has been the case in all the years since the COVID-19 pandemic ended,... The post Rising Employer-Sponsored Insurance Premiums Will Add to the Pressure for Reform appeared first on American Enterprise Institute - AEI.AEI
HEALTH10h agoColorado sues opioid manufacturer over oxycodone addictionsThe state of Colorado has filed a lawsuit against an opioid manufacturer concerning addictions to oxycodone. This legal action addresses a significant public health crisis and corporate accountability.westword.com · United States
HEALTH12h agoNew law aims to stop overdoses with stiffer penalties as 8 states struggle to slow deathsThe proposed change would make possession of any amount of fentanyl a felonyThe Independent World
HEALTH12h agoN.I.H. Hospital Board Rebukes Kennedy Over New Vaccine Injury ClinicThe board that oversees the N.I.H. Clinical Center voted unanimously to support a statement accusing Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. of undermining trust in the hospital’s work.NYT US
HEALTH12h agoRFK Jr. Pledged to Advance Anti-Vaccine Group’s Goals. Here’s What He’s Doing.The health secretary is quietly taking steps that public health experts fear will reduce immunization rates further.NYT US
HEALTH13h agoHot flashes, night sweats, insomnia – OB-GYNS set new rules for menopause treatmentFor the first time since 2014, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has updated its guidelines for the treatment of symptoms commonly associated with menopause.NPR News
HEALTH13h agoUS records 4,410 measles cases as outbreak growsAl Jazeera [en]
HEALTH16h ago4,400 measles cases reported in US as CDC to send 'disease detective' to PennsylvaniaMore than 4,400 measles cases have been reported in the U.S. as the CDC says it plans to send a "disease detective" to Pennsylvania.ABC News
HEALTH21h agoRoche's Enspryng wins FDA approval for thyroid eye diseaseRoche's drug, Enspryng, has received approval from the FDA for the treatment of thyroid eye disease. This represents a new treatment option for patients with this condition.Seeking Alpha Tech
HEALTH23h agoStates Pledge Meta $17 Billion Teen Social Media Settlement to Youth Mental Health , but Few Rules Bind SpendingStates have pledged a $17 billion settlement from Meta for teen social media issues towards youth mental health, but there are few rules governing how these funds must be spent. This concerns the allocation of significant funds for public health with potential oversight issues.medicaldaily.com · United States
HEALTH1d agoPharmacy regulations will make NC healthcare problem worseNew pharmacy regulations are anticipated to exacerbate healthcare issues in North Carolina. This suggests potential negative impacts on healthcare access or quality in the state.ncspin.com · United States
HEALTH1d agoFDA Approves Herpes Drug for Some Patients“The US FDA on Friday [10/09/26] approved Japan's Asahi Kasei's drug for persistent herpes simplex virus ​sores in certain patients with weakened immune systems ‌who have not responded to available antiviral treatments… Pritelivir blocks proteins ​the herpes virus needs to copy its genetic ⁠material, stopping it from multiplying and allowing the ​drug to work against […] The post FDA Approves Herpes Drug for Some Patients appeared first on Human Progress.Human Progress
HEALTH1d agoOpen letter warns of hospital specialist exodus over Interior Health policyagassizharrisonobserver.com · Canada
HEALTH1d agoOpen letter warns of hospital specialist exodus over Interior Health policyAn open letter is warning of a potential exodus of hospital specialists due to an Interior Health policy. This issue suggests a crisis in healthcare staffing and service delivery due to policy decisions.vicnews.com · Canada
HEALTH1d agoDusk to Dawn Urgent Care : Dr . Vinson Eugene Allen Concerned About Rising Breast Cancer Rates in Los AngelesDr. Vinson Eugene Allen of Dusk to Dawn Urgent Care has expressed concern about rising breast cancer rates in Los Angeles. This highlights an important public health issue in the region.finanznachrichten.de · Germany
HEALTH1d agoOpen letter warns of hospital specialist exodus over Interior Health policyAn open letter has warned of a potential exodus of hospital specialists due to an Interior Health policy. This suggests concerns about the policy's impact on healthcare staffing and services.peacearchnews.com · Canada
HEALTH1d agoFDA advances peptide push to White HousePresented by Coalition to Strengthen America’s Healthcare {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story  RFK Jr. advances peptide push The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) this week submitted a peptide “interim access policy” to the White House for review, according to a government filing, which would reportedly allow compounding pharmacies to temporarily produce and sell previously restricted…The Hill
HEALTH1d ago It will impact everyone . UW faculty warn new federal student loan limits could strain health , social servicesUniversity of Washington faculty are cautioning that new federal student loan limitations may stress health and social services. This highlights a potential broad societal impact stemming from policy changes.kuow.org · United States
HEALTH1d agoLetter : Utah should invest in student mental healthA letter suggests that Utah should allocate resources to student mental health initiatives. This highlights the importance of addressing mental well-being in educational settings.sltrib.com · United States
HEALTH1d agoCleft lip and palate and other craniofacial surgery for kids isn’t cosmetic, it’s lifesavingThe Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act aims to prevent insurance companies from wrongfully denying medically necessary surgeries for children and adults born with congenital facial conditions.The Hill
HEALTH1d agoRoutine testosterone screening of US troops may require extensive follow-on care, study findsOne-time testosterone testing of troops found that 100,691 active-duty soldiers had morning screening levels below the medical threshold.Defense News
HEALTH1d agoRoutine testosterone screening of US troops may require extensive follow-on care, study findsOne-time testosterone testing of troops found that 100,691 active-duty soldiers had morning screening levels below the medical threshold.Military Times