Health
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R&B Singer Nivea Reveals Leukemia Diagnosis
R&B singer Nivea has publicly disclosed a leukemia diagnosis, confirming she is currently undergoing treatment and remains focused on her music and education.
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William Shatner and Daughter Melanie Reveal Joint Battle with Stage 4 Cancer
Actor William Shatner and his daughter, Melanie Shatner Gretz, have announced they are both cancer-free after separate battles with stage 4 cancer.
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Fifth Death Reported in NYC Legionnaires’ Outbreak Amid Growing Political Friction
A Legionnaires’ disease cluster in NYC has claimed five lives, prompting City Council to demand an oversight hearing on the administration’s response.
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UK Launches ‘Know the Signs’ Campaign Amid Global Methanol Poisoning Concerns
The UK government has issued new travel warnings for 29 countries following a series of fatal methanol poisoning incidents involving tourists.
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FDA Reviews Safety of Synthetic Peptides Amid Growing Wellness Trend
The FDA is reviewing seven popular synthetic peptides to address safety risks as wellness trends outpace clinical data, threatening consumer health and safety.
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Trump Administration Pauses $1B In Medicaid Payments To California, Minnesota
The Trump administration has deferred $1 billion in Medicaid payments to California and Minnesota, citing concerns over potential fraud and lack of documentation.
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Cyclospora Outbreak Triggers Sharp Drop in Restaurant Foot Traffic
Foot traffic at major restaurant chains has fallen following an FDA-linked cyclospora outbreak traced to lettuce supplies.
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Dollarama Recalls Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder Across Canada Over Bacterial Contamination Risk
Dollarama has issued a nationwide recall of Heavenly Spices garlic powder across Canada due to potential Bacillus cereus bacterial contamination.
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FDA Approves Lipfendra, First Oral PCSK9 Inhibitor for Cholesterol
The FDA has approved Lipfendra, the first daily oral PCSK9 inhibitor, offering a new treatment option for patients who require additional LDL cholesterol reduction.
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Australia’s TGA Faces Regulatory Scrutiny Over Medical Device Oversight and Online Sales
Australia’s TGA is under fire over medical device safety amid reports of 150,000 annual incidents, while simultaneously escalating a crackdown on illegal peptide sales.
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Brisbane Family Welcomes ‘One in 15 Million’ Identical Quadruplets
A Brisbane mother has given birth to naturally conceived identical quadruplets, a medical rarity estimated at one in 15 million pregnancies.
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UK Health Officials Urged to Fast-Track Meningitis B Vaccine Following Policy Shift
Following a major JCVI policy shift, bereaved parents are urging UK and Welsh governments to roll out free Meningitis B vaccines for all teenagers over 15.
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Cameroon’s Malaria Vaccine Rollout Gains Traction Despite Challenges with Booster Doses
Cameroon reports 33,000 fewer malaria cases thanks to the RTS,S vaccine, but low fourth-dose completion rates now threaten to undermine long-term immunity.
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Dollarama Recalls Heavenly Spices Garlic Powder Over Bacillus Cereus Contamination Risk
Dollarama has issued a nationwide recall for Heavenly Spices garlic powder due to potential Bacillus cereus contamination, offering customers a $2 e-gift card.
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New Study Confirms Focal Therapy as Long-Term Effective Treatment for Prostate Cancer
A major 10-year study by Imperial College London shows focal therapy effectively treats prostate cancer with significantly fewer side effects than traditional surgery.