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Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Trump Reverses on Medicare Cuts; Pill for Ebola? Chef Jailed for Serving Norovirus

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

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Meth-Related Cardiomyopathy: Where the Biggest Clusters Are

Innovative, targeted approaches sought out groups by age, sex, location

FDA APPROVED resmetirom (Rezdiffra) over a computer rendering of a transparent body with the liver highlighted.

FDA Approves First-Ever Drug for Serious Liver Condition

Resmetirom indicated for NASH patients with liver scarring

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Another Dangerous Amoeba Linked to Neti Pots and Nasal Rinsing

"These infections are very serious and even life threatening," said CDC physician

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Published Data Show Why GSK Bailed on Its Maternal RSV Vaccine

Solid efficacy for protecting infants from serious RSV marred by 37% higher risk of preterm birth

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Slowing of Peripheral Artery Disease: Another Liraglutide Benefit?

GLP-1 receptor agonist significantly slowed progression over 6 months

A computer rendering of tumors in the colon.

Noninvasive Screening Tests Show Promise for Catching Colorectal Cancer

Could these tests help to increase the number of people who undergo screening?

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Doctors Are Using New AI Tools to Record Medical Exams, Draft Messages

Thousands of doctors are using products based on large language models

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Quest Alzheimer's Blood Test No Longer Marketed Directly to Patients

Amyloid AD-Detect test not offered on Quest's consumer platform

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Flu Makes a Late Stand in Some Parts of the U.S.

Michigan shows a late surge, while other regions have seen improvements

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Serious Issues With Slow Heartbeat Flagged for Afib Patients on Antiarrhythmics

Pacemaker, syncope rates prompt advice not to ignore bradycardia issue

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Sickle Cell Pain Hospitalizations Rose After CDC's Opioid Recs

Agency's 2016 guidance may have contributed to reduced access to opioids, and more pain

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Online Obesity Program Helped Primary Care Patients Lose Weight

Weight regain was less in the groups who participated in 9 months of active maintenance

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Knowing When to Start, Knowing When to Stop

Discussions about screening recommendations can be difficult, but they're worth having

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Commonly Used Fingertip Pulse Oximeters Not Up to Snuff

Some failed to meet regulatory standards, skin pigmentation remains an issue

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

Trump's Anti-Vax Rhetoric; Amputations After NFL Game; 'Overdose' or 'Poisoning'?

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

A photo of the interior of an Aledade office.

Largest Independent Primary Care Network in the U.S. Accused of Medicare Fraud

Whistleblower lawsuit alleges Aledade encouraged doctors to tack on suspect medical diagnoses

Deaths Due to Alcohol Use; Steps for the Sedentary

Also in TTHealthWatch: microplastics in arteries, and worldwide obesity and diabetes risk

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Zero-Star Ratings: Point of Shame or Professional Pride?

Navigating the patient with questionable motives

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Use of CGM Linked to Lower Risk of Retinopathy in Type 1 Diabetes

Use of CGM devices, either solo or with insulin pumps, tied to lower odds of the complication

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Cardiometabolic Disorders Tend to Accompany a 'Lazy Eye'

Persistent amblyopia associated with myocardial infarction and death

A photo of a box of Beyfortus over a scanning electron microscope image of RSV viruses.

CDC: Nirsevimab 90% Effective Against RSV Hospitalization in Infants

But effectiveness over a full RSV season expected to be lower, researchers caution

FDA APPROVED semaglutide (Wegovy) over a computer rendering of a heart attack.

Wegovy Approved for Major Heart Disease Prevention

New indication for patients with obesity or overweight and a history of cardiovascular disease

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Biden Defends Reproductive Rights, Touts Drug-Pricing Law in State of the Union

President says attacks on IVF, like January 6, are "another assault on American freedom"

A photo of almond milk, semaglutide pens, and coconut milk on the door of a refrigerator

Obesity Drugs Like Wegovy Are Meant for Long-Term Use, but Some Want to Stop

Other patients have been forced to ration or halt doses due to drug costs

A photo of an anesthesiologist holding a anesthesia mask to a male patient鈥檚 face.

One-Week GLP-1 Agonist Hold Not Enough Before Anesthesia?

Even following this rule, increased residual gastric content still prevalent

A photo of a female physician checking on her senior female patient鈥檚 recovery after total hip arthroplasty

Three-Drug Combo Wins for Opioid-Sparing Pain Relief After Hip Replacement

Less morphine needed with multiple analgesics

Morning Break over illustration of a syringe, Covid virus, and DNA helix over a photo of green vegetation.

10,000 Steps Lowers Death Risk; Obesity Drug Beats Wegovy; Lead in Cinnamon Warning

Health news and commentary from around the Web gathered by 麻豆传媒 staff

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Medicare a Big Contributor to the Broken Health Payment System, Senators Told

Use of "hybrid" payment model urged

FDA APPROVED Dexcom Stelo Glucose Biosensor System over a photo of the device.

FDA Clears First OTC Continuous Glucose Monitor

Dexcom's Stelo system available without a prescription by the summer

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Dementia More Common in People With Essential Tremor

Prevalence greater than normal aging, but not as high as Parkinson's disease

FDA APPROVED Interchangeable biosimilars to Prolia and Xgeva over a computer rendering of bone affected by osteoporosis.

FDA OKs First Interchangeable Biosimilars for Denosumab

New products will carry all the same indications as Prolia and Xgeva, though launch date unclear

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Kids' Atopic Dermatitis Tied to Higher Risks of Learning, Memory Difficulties

Association primarily limited to children with neurodevelopmental comorbidities

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Up in Smoke: What Happened to New Zealand's Tobacco Ban Plan?

It appears the new government is making an embarrassing attempt to fend off a budget shortfall

A close up photo of a senior woman holding a glass of water and a white pill.

Seniors, Doctors at Odds on Opioid Risks and 'Deprescribing'

Conversations between primary care physicians and older patients often "challenging"

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Lancet Menopause Series Wants to Change How Society Views 'The Change'

Researchers advocate away from over-medicalizing menopause

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Afib Might Be a Not-So-Pleasant Aftertaste of Sweetened Beverages

Atrial fibrillation risk associated with drinks made with added sugar or artificial sweetener

A photo of surgeons helping each other put on rubber gloves prior to surgery.

Emergency Surgery Rates Higher in Primary Care Shortage Areas, Study Suggests

Retrospective study on Medicare patients shows disparities in serious complications, readmissions

A photo of a senior man receiving a COVID vaccination.

Latest COVID Shots Protect Against Serious Outcomes

Effectiveness against COVID-related hospitalization ranged from 43% to 52%

A photo of a snoring man.

Memory, Cognitive Symptoms Linked to Sleep Apnea

Findings highlight importance of early screening for apnea, researcher says

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