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Florida surgeon general says state will eliminate all vaccine mandates

September 1, 2025

Florida surgeon general plans to remove all vaccine mandates

Ava Martinez

Florida is getting ready to implement a major alteration to its public health strategy, as state representatives have confirmed intentions to remove all vaccine mandates. The statement, made by Florida’s…

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Two dead after getting flesh-eating bacteria from eating raw oysters

August 28, 2025

Raw oysters consumption results in two deaths from flesh-eating bacteria

Ava Martinez

El consumo de marisco crudo ha sido durante mucho tiempo un manjar valorado en varias regiones del mundo; sin embargo, eventos recientes han resaltado nuevamente los peligros que pueden estar…

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August 21, 2025

Mississippi declares state of emergency over increasing infant mortality

Ava Martinez

Mississippi has announced a public health emergency due to a troubling increase in infant mortality rates, becoming one of the most critical health challenges the state has encountered in recent…

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August 18, 2025

Supreme Court allows Trump’s cuts to health research grants over DEI policies

Ava Martinez

The United States Supreme Court has ruled in favor of implementing limitations on federal health research grants connected to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, a move that has ignited…

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August 16, 2025

Revised AHA guidelines on hypertension: What’s new?

Ava Martinez

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions worldwide, and its proper management is critical to reducing risks such as heart disease, stroke, and kidney…

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How Bad Are Ultraprocessed Foods, Really? - The New York Times

August 15, 2025

The secret to weight loss? Stick with minimally processed foods

Ava Martinez

The journey towards achieving sustainable weight loss has often been clouded by a multitude of diets, trends, and contradictory guidance. Nevertheless, one of the most straightforward and successful methods does…

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Does semaglutide really contribute to vision loss?

August 15, 2025

Is vision loss a side effect of semaglutide?

Ava Martinez

Semaglutide, a medication widely prescribed for type 2 diabetes management and more recently for weight control, has generated both excitement and concern in the medical community. While its effectiveness in…

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August 14, 2025

Measles outbreak now over in Texas

Ava Martinez

After several months of increased worry, health authorities in Texas have reported that the measles epidemic which recently affected the state has now officially concluded. This announcement comes after weeks…

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Man who asked ChatGPT about cutting out salt from his diet was hospitalized with hallucinations

August 11, 2025

Man develops hallucinations after seeking ChatGPT’s advice on salt-free diet and is hospitalized

Ava Martinez

The tale of a person who ended up in the hospital experiencing hallucinations illustrates the dangers of depending on unverified online resources for medical advice. This individual sought a low-sodium…

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FDA warns about unapproved thyroid pills — then says it'll 'ensure access' to them

August 11, 2025

FDA highlights risks of unapproved thyroid pills — but assures ‘access’ will be ensured

Ava Martinez

The recent declaration from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) concerning non-approved thyroid treatments has led to a complicated and sometimes inconsistent scenario for both patients and medical professionals. The…

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