Health Care
Democrats urge FDA to include civil rights, disability and ethics advocates on digital health committee
A group of Democratic senators asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to include members with backgrounds in civil rights,...
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WHO says JN.1 subvariant is ‘of interest,’ but public risk is low
The World Health Organization (WHO) on Tuesday classified the JN.1 variant of the coronavirus as a “variant of interest” but...
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Harris to travel the country in early 2024 highlighting fight for abortion rights
Vice President Harris is planning to launch a nationwide tour in early 2024 focused on the fight over abortion access...
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HHS tells states to do more to protect kids after millions lose Medicaid coverage
The Biden administration is calling on states that have dropped the highest numbers of children from Medicaid to take advantage of...
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Attorneys for Kentucky woman suing to have abortion drop the case
Attorneys for a Kentucky woman who sued to demand the right to an abortion said Monday that they dropped the...
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How the Supreme Court could restrict access to abortion pills
The Supreme Court is re-entering the debate on abortion, as it agreed this week to hear an appeal from the...
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Hepatitis epidemic hits Hawaii harder than other states
HONOLULU (KHON2) — Viral hepatitis C is curable. Hepatitis B is treatable. Both are preventable — so, why does one...
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Quaker’s Chewy granola bars recalled for salmonella risk
The Quaker Oats Company is recalling some granola bars and granola-based cereals due to the risk of salmonella. The company...
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Severe sickness linked to GDF15 hormone: Study
Severe morning sickness symptoms during pregnancy are likely linked to one specific hormone, according to a new study. The scientific...
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Applesauce pouch contamination may have been deliberate: FDA official
Recalled applesauce pouches that left many children sick with lead poisoning could have been tainted on purpose, according to the...
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