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September 5, 2024

The Weight Problem: The Challenges of Joint Replacement in Obese Patients

Ava Martinez

In the field of healthcare, especially orthopedic medicine, a growing problem is emerging as obesity rates rise along with related health problems such as arthritis. A significant challenge is presented…

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September 4, 2024

Former Gov. Cuomo to Testify Before Congress on New York's Nursing Home Crisis Amid Pandemic

Ava Martinez

Former New York Governor Andrew M. Cuomo is set to testify publicly before a congressional committee on September 10 to answer questions about the high number of deaths in New…

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September 3, 2024

Understanding Addiction as a Persistent Neurological Condition

Ava Martinez

A recently launched awareness campaign in Burlington, Vermont, challenges traditional views of addiction with a powerful message displayed on an airport walkway: “Addiction is not a choice. It is a…

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September 3, 2024

Mental Health Exploitation: How Acadia Hospitals Profit From Needlessly Holding Patients

Ava Martinez

Acadia Healthcare, one of the largest chains of psychiatric hospitals in the United States, has seen its revenues and stock price skyrocket in recent years. But a New York Times…

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September 2, 2024

Evaluation of the benefits of dialysis in prolonging the life of elderly patients

Ava Martinez

Health researchers often scrutinize various medical treatments to determine their effectiveness, especially for older adults. One noteworthy study, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine, examined the impact of dialysis…

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September 2, 2024

National Alert: Widespread recall of meat products due to listeria outbreak

Ava Martinez

A serious listeria outbreak has prompted an emergency recall of approximately seven million pounds of deli meats produced by Boar's Head. Initiated in late July, the recall follows numerous reports…

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September 1, 2024

Study finds anti-obesity drugs may reduce mortality in Covid-19

Ava Martinez

Recent research has highlighted a potentially game-changing secondary benefit of Wegovy, an established obesity management drug. In a large clinical trial, individuals taking Wegovy were observed to have a significantly…

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September 1, 2024

Accelerating Polio Immunization Efforts in Gaza During Crisis

Ava Martinez

In the latest developments from Gaza, health authorities have detected poliovirus in environmental samples, signaling a resurgence of the once nearly eradicated disease. This worrying situation was made worse when…

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August 31, 2024

Exploring Personal Connections Through Journalism: Reflections from a Well Desk Reporter

Ava Martinez

In the realm of personal relationships, questions like "How can I repair my marriage?" or "What can I do to deepen my friendships?" are common. Catherine Pearson, a senior columnist…

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August 31, 2024

Challenges in supplying Mpox vaccine in Africa due to regulatory hurdles

Ava Martinez

Despite stockpiles ready for distribution, delivery of Mpox vaccines to African nations in dire need remains hampered by intricate regulatory processes under the guidance of the World Health Organization (WHO).…

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