Good morning. According to a recent report by the AP, the shooter at the CDC fired 180 shots, causing damage to 150 windows.
Another explanation has been put forth for the cancellation of $500 million in contracts to develop messenger RNA vaccines. NIH director Jay Bhattacharya suggested that the platform is not viable due to lack of public trust. However, this contradicts the previous explanation given by health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who cited safety and effectiveness concerns. Experts have criticized Bhattacharya’s rationale as disingenuous.
In a new study published in JAMA, data on telehealth abortions nationwide reveals an increasing trend in seeking medication abortions through telehealth services, particularly in states with restrictive abortion laws. The study found that 84% of prescriptions were sent to states with near-total abortion bans, higher rates were observed in areas with limited access to clinics, and in counties with higher poverty levels. Despite the safety of medication abortion, legal challenges persist, as seen in the case of a physician facing charges in multiple states.
Plastic surgeon Douglas Steinbrech has noted a rise in the number of men seeking cosmetic surgery, with 1.6 million procedures performed in the U.S. last year. Men from various backgrounds, including models, executives, and bodybuilders, are turning to plastic surgery to address insecurities exacerbated by social media and virtual platforms like Zoom. The most common procedures among men are highlighted in the report by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons.
A new book titled “Hermaphrodite Logic: A History of Intersex Liberation” sheds light on the historical mistreatment of intersex individuals by the medical community. Author Juliana Gleeson challenges the outdated practices of genital surgeries performed on intersex babies to conform to binary notions of sex. The book aims to amplify the voices and experiences of intersex individuals in advocating for their rights and autonomy.
The International Society for Stem Cell Research has released new guidelines for stem cell-based embryo models, emphasizing the need for stricter oversight and ethical considerations in research involving these models. The guidelines aim to establish clear boundaries on the use of stem cell-based embryo models for certain activities to ensure responsible and ethical practices in the field of embryonic development research.
In other news:
– Cheryl Hines’ transition from Hollywood star to Mrs. MAHA is explored in a feature by the Wall Street Journal.
– The New Yorker delves into how an ultra-rare disease accelerates aging.
– A Texas woman files a wrongful death suit alleging she was given abortion pills without consent.
– Abridge introduces live prior authorization features to its AI scribe in collaboration with Highmark Health.
