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Ole Miss identifies students found dead near kratom product

Two University of Mississippi students were found dead near a kratom product, prompting university support for families.

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Hillsborough County declares state of emergency due to rising dengue fever cases

Hillsborough County has declared a state of emergency due to a significant rise in dengue fever cases.

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NHS bodies in England implement two-year wait for ADHD and autism assessments

Four NHS integrated care boards in England have implemented a minimum two-year wait for ADHD and autism assessments due to rising demand and financial constraints.

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Congo experiences health worker shortage amid Ebola outbreak

Congo is facing a shortage of health workers to manage the Ebola outbreak, especially in North Kivu where cases have surged significantly.

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CDC reports additional measles death linked to 2026 outbreak

The CDC reported an additional measles death linked to the ongoing outbreak, marking the first fatal case acknowledged by the agency.

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Trump administration removes 760,000 ObamaCare enrollees

The Trump administration has removed approximately 760,000 individuals from ObamaCare health programs.

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Group files intent to sue FDA over mifepristone regulation

Students for Life of America has filed a notice of intent to sue the FDA over mifepristone regulation, citing environmental concerns under the Endangered Species Act.

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Kwaneta Harris establishes menopause support network in Texas prison

Kwaneta Harris created a menopause support network while incarcerated in a Texas prison to address women's health issues related to menopause.

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Nurses conduct outreach in Pennsylvania to promote measles vaccination

Nurses in Pennsylvania are conducting door-to-door outreach to promote measles vaccination amid an outbreak that has resulted in four deaths.

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Senator reports on suicide attempts by US Navy personnel in carrier group

Senator Kirsten Gillibrand reported that there have been eight suicide attempts by personnel assigned to the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group during its extended deployment.

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Eight sailors from USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide

Eight sailors from the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group attempted suicide during deployment.

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Study finds many in England undiagnosed with high blood pressure

A study reveals that 59% of individuals with high blood pressure in England are undiagnosed, with many at risk of serious health issues.

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Two students at University of Mississippi died, kratom identified in investigations

Two students at the University of Mississippi died, and kratom was found during the investigations into their deaths.

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Nurse claims discrimination by union over changing room dispute

A nurse has accused her union of discrimination after a dispute over sharing a women's changing room with a transgender doctor.

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USDA announces recall of over 167,000 pounds of raw meat products

The USDA has announced a recall of over 167,000 pounds of raw meat products produced without federal inspection.

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US Reports Increased Overdoses Despite Decrease in Deaths

The US is experiencing an increase in overdose incidents despite a decrease in overdose-related deaths, highlighting ongoing public health challenges related to the opioid crisis.

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Covid vaccinations for children delayed in multiple states and one territory

Covid vaccines for children are being withheld in at least 11 states and one US territory, with no indication of when they will be available.

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Research on mifepristone examines potential new applications in women's health

Researchers are exploring new applications for mifepristone and similar drugs in women's health, including treatment for uterine fibroids and endometriosis and potential cancer prevention.

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UK doctors create non-invasive test for womb cancer detection

UK doctors have developed a non-invasive test using urine and vaginal fluid samples to detect womb cancer in women experiencing postmenopausal bleeding.

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Children referred to UK hospital for bladder condition linked to ketamine use

Alder Hey children's hospital in Liverpool has opened a specialist clinic for young people with bladder problems linked to ketamine use.

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Lawsuit challenges Medicaid work requirement exemption for medically frail individuals

A lawsuit has been filed against the Trump administration over the definition of 'medically frail' in Medicaid work requirements.

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El-Sayed and Harris participate in Black maternal health roundtable

El-Sayed and Harris participated in a roundtable focused on Black maternal health, highlighting disparities in maternal health affecting Black communities.

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Walmart recalls pasta due to potential listeria contamination

Walmart is recalling pasta due to potential listeria contamination.

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Patients file lawsuit against GLP-1 manufacturers over vision loss claims

Patients have filed a lawsuit against GLP-1 manufacturers over claims of undisclosed risks of vision loss.

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Vance and Oz to announce new measures against alleged Affordable Care Act fraud

Vice President Vance and Dr. Mehmet Oz are announcing a new initiative to address alleged fraud in the Affordable Care Act insurance exchanges, which includes canceling subsidy payments for 760,000 accounts deemed fraudulent or ineligible.

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Discussion on union effectiveness for nurses

Some nurses are questioning the effectiveness of their union in supporting their work and future needs.

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Woman gives birth in San Francisco traffic

A woman gave birth in traffic in San Francisco with the help of a doula while first responders were delayed.

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Trump to establish board for National Institutes of Health grant funding oversight

President Trump plans to create a board for overseeing National Institutes of Health grant funding to align it with his administration's priorities.

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Study finds adults with severe mental illness die earlier than general population

Research shows that adults with severe mental illness have a mortality rate nearly five times higher than their peers, largely due to preventable health conditions.

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Emerging kidney disease identified in the US, new risk group observed

A new type of chronic kidney disease is increasing in the US among individuals without common risk factors.