Tag: Health

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Navigating Sickle Cell Pain, Loss, and Survival in America

Today, I want to talk about Tammy Clemons, a woman who is navigating the challenges of living with sickle cell disease in America. Tammy's story is one of pain, loss, and survival, and it...
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Private Medicare Plans vs VA Care for Veterans: Billions Collected for Services Provided

Many private Medicare insurers are targeting veterans with plans that claim to enhance their Veterans Affairs coverage. These plans, such as the "Patriot Plan," "Courage MA," and "Honor" plan, offer additional benefits like dental...
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Global Measles Cases Increase by 20% in 2023: New Report

Measles vaccination coverage has not yet returned to pre-Covid levels globally, leading to a 20% increase in measles cases in 2023 compared to the previous year, as per a recent report from the World...
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First Severe Case of H5N1 Bird Flu Confirmed by CDC in the U.S.

First Severe Case of H5N1 Bird Flu Confirmed in the U.S. The United States has recently made a significant discovery, confirming the first severe human infection of H5N1 bird flu in the country. The case...
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Biotech Analyst and CEO Discuss Election Results: Insights from Brian Skorney and Daphne Zohar

Biotech analyst Brian Skorney and biotech executive Daphne Zohar recently appeared on "The Readout LOUD" podcast to share their thoughts on how the outcomes of the recent election may impact the biotech industry. They...
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Caregiving Resources and Tips from National Institute on Aging | NIH MedlinePlus

Being a caregiver or care partner is a significant responsibility that involves managing someone else's healthcare, daily tasks, financial decisions, and more. It can be overwhelming to navigate all of these responsibilities while also...
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The End of Cassava Sciences and its Alzheimer’s Drug: Lingering Damage

The story of Cassava Sciences came to a disappointing end on Monday when their experimental drug for Alzheimer's disease, simufilam, was found to be no more effective than a placebo in a large clinical...
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CAR-T Therapy Shows Promise in Treating Aggressive Brain Tumors in Young Patients

Michelle Monje-Deisseroth, a medical student about 20 years ago, treated patients with a type of brain tumor called diffuse intrinsic pontine gliomas, or DIPG. These tumors are difficult to treat because they wrap around...
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Pfizer’s New R&D Head, VC Deep-Dive, and FDA Commissioner: What You Need to Know

Pfizer has welcomed a new R&D head, Chris Boshoff, who is expected to make significant strides in research and development to satisfy investors. Additionally, the biotech venture capital landscape is set to see some...
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Impact of Cardboard Beds on Olympic Athletes’ Sleep: What Sleep Doctors Say

Athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics are using cardboard beds for the second summer games in a row. These beds are an environmentally friendly solution in the Olympic Village. The beds can be extended...
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Pharmalittle: RFK Jr. Vaccines Scandal & Kids’ Obesity Drug Prescriptions

Good morning and welcome to a new week of work. We hope you had a refreshing weekend because now it's time to get back to the usual routine of online meetings, phone calls, and...
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RFK Jr. Considered for Health Secretary as Pharma Execs Seek Stability

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a well-known critic of the pharmaceutical industry, has been considered for the position of Health Secretary. He has been vocal about his views on how the industry has influenced U.S....