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America’s favorite drug — alcohol — is also its most dangerous
Despite these challenges, there are glimmers of hope in the fight against alcohol-related harm. Public health advocates, researchers, and clinicians are working to reframe the narrative around alcohol, emphasizing its…
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Middle-Income Americans Hit Hard If Congress Doesn’t Extend Obamacare Credits
Middle-income and low-income Americans are facing potential “major out-of-pocket premium increases” if Congress does not extend the current tax credits…
STAT+: Apple Watch’s hypertension alert misses half of cases. Experts still think it will boost treatment
Mario Aguilar, a tech correspondent focusing on healthcare, delves into the influences of cutting-edge technology on patient care. His articles…
After cutting SNAP benefits, Trump admin cancels federal food insecurity surveyÂ
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Countering Trump, European health officials stress that acetaminophen is safe to use during pregnancy
Regulatory Authorities in Europe Reaffirm Safety of Acetaminophen for Pregnant Women Amid Controversy LONDON — In a decisive response to…
ACIP Panel Rejects COVID-19 Vaccine Prescription Requirement
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices voted against requiring a prescription for the COVID-19 vaccine. (Photo by Nathan Posner/Anadolu Agency…
STAT+: A government shutdown looms as enhanced ACA subsidies remain in limbo
Welcome to the web edition of D.C. Diagnosis, STAT’s bi-weekly newsletter that dives into the intersection of health, medicine, and…
Ousted CDC director says Kennedy plans to change pediatric vaccine schedule
Susan Monarez Testifies on Vaccine Schedule Changes Ahead of September Implementation Former CDC Director Susan Monarez addresses the Senate health…
Repeated head trauma causes brain changes in young athletes before CTE symptoms
CTE diagnoses in professional athletes has raised awareness about the risks of concussions and other head injuries. Ian Maule/Getty Images…