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Promoting Evidence-Based Content: YouTube Health’s Fight Against Misinformation
Garth Graham, the global head of healthcare and public health at YouTube, believes that the platform plays a crucial role in providing valuable information to people worldwide. He emphasized the importance of responsibility in...
Rare Disease Research: NIH Findings on Bones, Skin, & Endocrine System
Fibrous dysplasia/McCune-Albright Syndrome is a rare genetic disease that affects bones, skin, and the endocrine system. Patients with this condition may experience fractures, early puberty, vision and hearing loss, and other complications. While there...
The Reality of Cold Plunging: My Experience with Social Media Pressure
Cold plunging has become a popular wellness trend, especially on social media, with influencers and celebrities documenting their experiences with icy waters. While cold plunging has been used by athletes for recovery for a...
Up to 70% Off Patagonia and Arc’teryx Outdoor Gear at REI
If you love the great outdoors and staying active, then you won't want to miss the amazing deals happening at REI's outlet section. This August sale is offering up to 70% off on a...
Medicaid Coverage of Obesity Drugs and Sickle Cell Trial Death: Pharmalittle Update
Good morning, everyone! We hope you're having a great day. Despite the cloudy skies here at Pharmalot, we're doing well and enjoying the autumn breeze. Today is an exciting day with millions of voters...
Biden’s Cognitive Health Concerns: Kamala Harris’ Awareness and Denial Risks
Many voters believe that Vice President Kamala Harris knew about President Joe Biden’s reported cognitive health issues. Jonathan Alpert, a psychotherapist, suggested that Harris may have found it difficult to pick up on any...
FDA Approves First Drug for Rare Neuron Disease Niemann-Pick Type C
The Food and Drug Administration has officially approved the first drug for Niemann-Pick disease, type C, marking a significant milestone in the treatment of this rare neurological condition. The approval of this drug, known...
Understanding the Diverse Symptoms of Long Covid in Children
Understanding the Diverse Symptoms of Long Covid in ChildrenRachel Gross, a pediatrician and population health researcher, is on a mission to dispel misconceptions surrounding children and Covid-19. As the Covid-19 pandemic unfolded, there was...
NIH Funding Approved for Women’s Health Initiative
Elizabeth Cooney, who's a cardiovascular disease reporter at STAT, is covering heart, stroke, and metabolic conditions. On Monday, the Women’s Health Initiative said the federal contracts funding the study’s 40 regional centers would end...
Hands-Only CPR Training for Louisiana and Mississippi Coaches
The American Heart Association and the New Orleans Saints have joined forces to provide critical Hands-Only CPR training to youth and high school coaches in Louisiana and Mississippi. This lifesaving skill is essential for...
Exploring Trump and RFK Jr.’s Impact on Healthcare: Possibilities and Limitations
Republicans are gearing up to take charge in Washington, with high hopes of turning their healthcare goals into reality. After years of being overshadowed by a Democratic White House and Senate, congressional Republicans and...
Biden’s Medicare Advantage Regulation Boosts Payments to Insurers
Biden's Medicare Advantage Regulation Boosts Payments to InsurersIn a groundbreaking move that could reshape the landscape of the Medicare Advantage industry, President Biden's Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services recently unveiled a...
