STAT+: Pharmalittle: U.S. Chamber and feds clash on Medicare price negotiation; South Africa probes J&J over TB-drug pricing
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Month: September 2023
New and follow-up outpatient appointments are out of date concepts
Oliver challenges the NHS England targets around outpatient appointments.1 He references the work that the…
Stretched medical aid agencies race to disaster zones in Libya and Morocco
International aid agencies have quickly reached areas affected by earthquakes in Morocco and flooding in…
We must confront sexual violence in the NHS to prevent further institutional harm
The recent “Me Too in Medicine” investigation by The BMJ and the Guardian1 is an…
Phenylephrine: Commonly used decongestant in cold and flu remedies doesn’t work, says FDA
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reported that the decongestant phenylephrine, used in…
How to identify and manage sports related concussions in primary care
What you need to knowConcussion rehabilitation should last at least 20 days for non-elite sport…
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Advances in the care of breast cancer survivors
AbstractBreast cancer survivors may experience significant after effects from diagnoses of breast cancer and cancer…
Nepal’s scramble to piece together a health budget amid rumoured cuts
Mandeep Pathak’s mind is on full alert. A tractor carrying local people to a funeral…
UK perinatal mortality rates increased in 2021 for first time in seven years
Stillbirths and neonatal deaths rose across the UK in 2021, after seven years of annual…
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Opinion: Where are HHS and the FTC on online privacy for people with substance use disorder?
The era of rampant, unconsented, and unregulated online data collection may finally be winding down…
STAT+: Medicare wants to increase payments for heart rehab. Hospitals see an opening to get more
Medicare plans to pay more for a type of cardiac rehabilitation that takes place in…
Why doesn’t the U.S. have more Black midwives?
In the wake of growing alarm over the disproportionately high rates of maternal mortality in…
STAT+: David Liu startup to focus on getting CRISPR therapy to hard-to-reach cells
David Liu, the Broad Institute biochemist behind two powerful forms of genome editing, is launching…
‘Before the 90 Days’: A Shocking Unplanned Pregnancy, ‘Casablanca’ Nods and Lovers–Turned–’Worst Enemies’ – PEOPLE
‘Before the 90 Days’: A Shocking Unplanned Pregnancy, ‘Casablanca’ Nods and Lovers–Turned–’Worst Enemies’ PEOPLE Read Original…
Halle Bailey pregnancy rumors heated up behind scenes at VMAs 2023 – Page Six
Halle Bailey pregnancy rumors heated up behind scenes at VMAs 2023 Page Six Read Original Article:…
Kourtney Kardashian reveals pregnancy craving shes ‘obsessed with – Geo News
Kourtney Kardashian reveals pregnancy craving shes ‘obsessed with Geo News Read Original Article: Kourtney Kardashian reveals…
Kourtney Kardashian reveals pregnancy craving she’s ‘obsessed’ with as star awaits first child with Travis… – The US Sun
Kourtney Kardashian reveals pregnancy craving she’s ‘obsessed’ with as star awaits first child with Travis… The…
Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian quotes scripture as she shares a post about trusting God… two weeks after under – Daily Mail
Pregnant Kourtney Kardashian quotes scripture as she shares a post about trusting God… two weeks…
Rubina Dilaik on her pregnancy journey and babymoon in LA, says ‘I am nervous and hubby Abhinav Shukla is excited’ – IndiaTimes
Rubina Dilaik on her pregnancy journey and babymoon in LA, says ‘I am nervous and…
American labor nurse is left STUNNED as pregnant Scottish woman showcases her FREE ‘baby box’ stuffed with gif – Daily Mail
American labor nurse is left STUNNED as pregnant Scottish woman showcases her FREE ‘baby box’…
Red states boost support for anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers; blue states move to stop them – Daily Kos
Red states boost support for anti-abortion crisis pregnancy centers; blue states move to stop them Daily…
‘Maternity care deserts’ in US rural hospitals force families to relocate for childbirth – New York Post
‘Maternity care deserts’ in US rural hospitals force families to relocate for childbirth New York Post…
Ohio abortion rights measure: What would Issue 1 do? – The Cincinnati Enquirer
Ohio abortion rights measure: What would Issue 1 do? The Cincinnati Enquirer Read Original Article: Ohio…
Aussie Bachelor stars Anna Heinrich and Tim Robards make unique pregnancy announcement in sweet IG video – PerthNow
Aussie Bachelor stars Anna Heinrich and Tim Robards make unique pregnancy announcement in sweet IG…
Whoopi Goldberg shocks Alyssa Farah Griffin by asking her if she’s pregnant – The Independent
Whoopi Goldberg shocks Alyssa Farah Griffin by asking her if she’s pregnant The Independent Read Original…
Women with serious pregnancy complications sue over state … – Louisana Illuminator
Women with serious pregnancy complications sue over state … Louisana Illuminator Read Original Article: Women with…
E-cigarettes could be potential smoking cessation aid during … – University at Buffalo
E-cigarettes could be potential smoking cessation aid during … University at Buffalo Read Original Article: E-cigarettes…
What Passing Blood Clots in Early Pregnancy Could Mean – Verywell Health
What Passing Blood Clots in Early Pregnancy Could Mean Verywell Health Read Original Article: What Passing…
Opinion | Emotional CPR as an Alternative to Coercive Mental … – Medpage Today
Opinion | Emotional CPR as an Alternative to Coercive Mental … Medpage Today Read Original Article:…
Brain inspires more robust AI
Most artificially intelligent systems are based on neural networks, algorithms inspired by biological neurons found…
UNGA78: UN chief brushes off absence of key leaders, says nations must deliver on climate and development promises
With several high-profile world leaders opting out of the UN General Assembly’s annual opening session…
Mitochondrial genome editing technique yields useful traits
Tweaks to the mitochondrial genome hold the potential for better hybrid seed production or to…
Newly discovered trigger of Parkinson’s upends common beliefs
A new study challenges a common belief in what triggers Parkinson’s disease. Degeneration of dopaminergic…
Brilliant galaxies of early universe
Scientists have used data from the James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) as part of the…
Test Drive: 9 Best Family Cars in 2023
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News in Brief 15 September 2023
‘We need a system that delivers for all humanity’: UN chief to G-77 and China…
Preserving dignity, public health: Managing deceased bodies during crises
The UN World Health Organization (WHO) on Friday joined with the Red Cross and Red…
Over-compliance with unilateral sanctions hurts human rights
Unilateral sanctions and over-compliance are threatening the health and well-being of people across the world,…
STAT+: South Africa investigates Johnson & Johnson over ‘excessive pricing’ for its TB drug
South African authorities are investigating Johnson & Johnson and its Janssen subsidiary over “excessive pricing”…
STAT+: Chamber of Commerce, government clash at first court hearing on Medicare drug prices
WASHINGTON — Attorneys for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the federal government sparred Friday…
In major breakthrough, researchers close in on potential preeclampsia cure
Researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in identifying the primary cause and potential treatment for…
Making AI smarter with an artificial, multisensory integrated neuron
The feel of a cat’s fur can reveal some information, but seeing the feline provides…
Scientists take next big step in understanding genetics of schizophrenia
Scientists are figuring out which of the 5,000 variants associated with schizophrenia have an actual…
STAT+: Dana-Farber deal highlights a surprising trend: New cancer centers are in vogue
Boston isn’t the only city slated for a new cancer center. Far from it. There’s…
Rights expert appeals for action to tackle elder abuse
A UN-appointed human rights expert on Friday called for urgent action and better data to…
Women receiving inflated risks from genetic testing could undergo unnecessary breast surgery
The authors of new research led by the University of Exeter have warned that women…
Cars, chlamydia and canines are biggest koala killers
A database tracking hospital admissions and deaths reveals the devastating impact cars, disease and dogs…
Living in a disadvantaged neighborhood affects food choices, weight gain and the microstructure of the brain
A new study finds poor quality of available foods, increased intake of calories from foods…
Time to revoke death penalty for social media dissent, UN experts urge
Saudi Arabia must immediately revoke the death sentence handed down to Mohammed Al Ghamdi for…
STAT+: Dana-Farber blindsided Brigham and Women’s. The blowback will be strong
This column is from Trendlines, a business newsletter that covers the forces shaping the economy…