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News from Aug. 14: Flu vaccines, multisystem inflammatory syndrome in children, and new COVID-19 cases…
Category: Life Sciences
STAT Plus: CureVac’s value soars after IPO, as Covid-19 vaccine manufacturers become biotech’s hottest companies
The developer of a vaccine for Covid-19 saw its share price nearly triple within hours…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Governments race to acquire Covid-19 vaccines; top Russian doctor quits over vaccine ethics
And so, another working week will soon draw to a close. Not a moment too…
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STAT Plus: Johnson & Johnson invests in Thirty Madison, signaling the resilience of pharma’s interest in health tech
Late last year, several high-profile partnerships between big pharma companies and health tech startups fell…
Opinion: Going viral: What Covid-19-related loss of smell reveals about how the mind works
A few months ago, a friend called me from New York in the middle of…
Covid-19 clinical trials are are failing to enroll diverse populations, despite awareness efforts
It’s been well-established that Covid-19, at least in the United States, has disproportionately affected people…
‘A powerful shift’: Disability advocacy, once an afterthought in presidential races, gains new traction
For decades, the disability advocacy community has fought for a permanent — and prominent —…
Complementary And Alternative Medicine Market Newest Research Report In PDF by Future Trend, Growth Rate, Opportunity, Industry Experts Analysis – The Daily Chronicle
Complementary And Alternative Medicine Market Newest Research Report In PDF by Future Trend, Growth Rate,…
CMS unveils new alternative payment model for rural health – Modern Healthcare
CMS unveils new alternative payment model for rural health Modern Healthcare Read Original Article: CMS unveils…
Amherst will explore alternative policing models – MassLive.com
Amherst will explore alternative policing models MassLive.com Read Original Article: Amherst will explore alternative policing models…
When should Lehigh Valley residents seek health care during coronavirus pandemic? – Morning Call
When should Lehigh Valley residents seek health care during coronavirus pandemic? Morning Call Read Original Article:…
Dept. of Health: Alternative distribution methods of potassium lodide tablets available – fox56.com
Dept. of Health: Alternative distribution methods of potassium lodide tablets available fox56.com Read Original Article: Dept….
Alternative Distribution Methods of Potassium Iodide Tablets during COVID-19 – bctv.org
Alternative Distribution Methods of Potassium Iodide Tablets during COVID-19 bctv.org Read Original Article: Alternative Distribution Methods…
COVID-19: An Update
The coronavirus hygiene rules are simple, says the CDC’s director, pleading with people to follow…
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Listen: Pharma’s lobbying dollars, Alnylam’s future, and diversity in Covid-19 studies
Is pharma scared of Kamala Harris? Are there second acts in biotech? And why aren’t…
STAT Plus: Teladoc rival MDLive is preparing to go public next year
On the heels of Teladoc’s landscape-shifting deal to buy Livongo, telemedicine rival MDLive is setting…
STAT Plus: Doctors say antibiotic resistance is an issue — but most say they’re not part of the problem
Amid growing concerns over antibiotic resistance, a new survey finds the vast majority of doctors…
Pink Eye Itch in Your Eye? Yes, Add It to the COVID-19 Related List
Yesterday, we learned what happens to the skin when wearing a mask on a consistent…
Opinion: Lung cancer deaths are declining faster than new cases. Advances in treatment are making the difference
This year’s annual release of cancer statistics generated more buzz than usual. Perhaps the most…
Don’t Let COVID-19 Stop You From Breastfeeding
Don’t discourage moms from breastfeeding, even if they have COVID-19. Read Original Article: Don’t Let…
STAT Plus: Many psoriasis patients are paying higher prices than ever at the pharmacy counter
Over the past decade, wholesale prices for self-administered psoriasis medicines rose substantially, underscoring the ongoing…
Large study suggests convalescent plasma can help treat Covid-19, with caveats
Infusing hospitalized Covid-19 patients with blood plasma from people who recovered from the disease appeared…
One Toke Too Many for Pregnant Women
Think twice before taking that toke if you’re pregnant. It may affect your baby more…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: FDA approves another Duchenne muscular dystrophy drug; European orphan drug incentives questioned
Good morning, everyone, and how are you today? We are doing just fine, thank you,…
Opinion: Instead of lockdowns, teach people how to socialize safely in the time of coronavirus
In response to the rising Covid-19 death toll and case counts in the U.S., calls…
The Trump administration haphazardly gave away millions of Covid-19 masks — to schools, broadcasters, and large corporations
Hundreds of millions of cloth face masks shipped to U.S. agencies, nonprofit organizations, and private…
Alternative care sites anticipated to cost $125 million – State of Reform – State of Reform
Alternative care sites anticipated to cost $125 million – State of Reform State of Reform Read…
What to Do for a Back Spasm
Almost everyone gets back pain at some point. People may say they have a backache…
What Is Leptin?
Leptin is a hormone that was only discovered in 1994. A hormone is a chemical…
Twitching While Sleeping
Have you ever been jerked out of sleep by a sudden twitch or uncontrolled muscle…
Deaths from the most common lung cancer are falling fast, hinting at the impact of improved treatment
For the most common type of lung cancer in Americans, deaths are falling faster than…
STAT Plus: ‘We’re going to keep going’: A new clinical trial for ALS gives patients hope
As a cardiologist, Dr. Marc Litt has plenty of arrows in his quiver for patients…
STAT Plus: A long-awaited report on orphan drugs in Europe suggests incentives to pharma need change
After being kept under wraps for a year, an expansive review of European regulations designed…
It’s Physician Experience That Counts with Testicular Cancer
All things being equal in terms of treatment, the earlier testicular cancer is detected, the…
STAT Plus: Pharmalittle: Moderna gets $1.5 billion U.S. contract for Covid-19 vax; state out-of-pocket caps saved residents money
Hello, everyone, and how are you today? A bright shiny sun and cool breezes are…
Don’t Skip Skin Care and Make-Up When Face Masks Are a Must
If your masks are causing your skin to be extra dry or oily, you may…
Opinion: We need new antimicrobials to prevent the next infectious disease crisis
Imagine if scientists had seen Covid-19 coming years in advance yet did little to prepare….
STAT Plus: 4 questions for neurology startups as venture investors pour millions into the field
As pharmaceutical companies stepped back from developing new drugs for neurological conditions, venture capitalists took…
Long after the fire of a Covid-19 infection, mental and neurological effects can still smolder
Early on, patients with both mild and severe Covid-19 say they can’t breathe. Now, after…
Dying to believe: alternative medicine and the brutality of charlatanism – Big Issue
Dying to believe: alternative medicine and the brutality of charlatanism Big Issue Read Original Article: Dying…
Modern vs Alternative Medicine – iDigitalTrends
Modern vs Alternative Medicine iDigitalTrends Read Original Article: Modern vs Alternative Medicine – iDigitalTrends »
Doctor’s license suspended for improperly authorizing medical marijuana to patients – NJ.com
Doctor’s license suspended for improperly authorizing medical marijuana to patients NJ.com Read Original Article: Doctor’s license…
South Jersey doctor suspended over medical marijuana approvals – Courier Post
South Jersey doctor suspended over medical marijuana approvals Courier Post Read Original Article: South Jersey doctor…
Alternative treatment for osteoarthritis – Medical News Bulletin
Alternative treatment for osteoarthritis Medical News Bulletin Read Original Article: Alternative treatment for osteoarthritis – Medical…
CMS launches new alternative payment model for rural healthcare providers – FierceHealthcare
CMS launches new alternative payment model for rural healthcare providers FierceHealthcare Read Original Article: CMS launches…
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Offers an Alternative to Long-Term Warfarin Medication for Atrial Fibrillation with Next-Generation Watchman FLX™ Implant – BioSpace
PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital Offers an Alternative to Long-Term Warfarin Medication for Atrial Fibrillation…
Larimer County sticks with site near landfill for behavioral health facility – Coloradoan
Larimer County sticks with site near landfill for behavioral health facility Coloradoan Read Original Article: Larimer…
Here are Biden VP pick Kamala Harris’ healthcare policy positions – Modern Healthcare
Here are Biden VP pick Kamala Harris’ healthcare policy positions Modern Healthcare Read Original Article: Here…
Plant-based meat lowers some cardiovascular risk factors compared with red meat, study finds – Stanford Medical Center Report
Plant-based meat lowers some cardiovascular risk factors compared with red meat, study finds Stanford Medical Center…
Study finds reprocessing N95 masks one time is acceptable alternative if supplies low – FierceHealthcare
Study finds reprocessing N95 masks one time is acceptable alternative if supplies low FierceHealthcare Read Original…