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Truck accident involving research monkeys sparks public health concerns

A truck carrying rhesus monkeys overturned on Interstate 59 in Jasper County, Mississippi, igniting public concern over potential health risks. The incident occurred north of Heidelberg, with the monkeys reportedly en route to a research facility. Initial statements by law enforcement raised alarms,......

US approves new generic abortion pill, sparking conservative backlash

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the marketing of a new generic version of mifepristone, a pill widely used in medical abortions across the country. The decision, normally considered a routine regulatory step, has provoked strong criticism from conservative groups. Kristan Hawkins,......

Sofia Vergara misses 2025 Emmys due to unexpected ER visit

Sofia Vergara, the beloved star of “Modern Family,” was notably absent from the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday night after an unexpected health issue required a trip to the emergency room. The actress shared the news with her followers on social media, explaining that she was unable......

EU approves breakthrough HIV treatment amid accessibility concerns

The European Union has officially approved the new HIV prevention treatment developed by the American pharmaceutical company Gilead. Known as "Yeytuo" in Europe, the drug requires just two injections per year, offering a simpler alternative to the daily pills currently used by most patients.......

Moroccan neurologist pioneers device to filter blood inside vessels

Youssef El Azouzi, a Moroccan neurologist, has unveiled a groundbreaking medical device that filters blood from within blood vessels, marking a significant breakthrough for patients with immune deficiencies and chronic infections. The innovation also holds promise for improving organ transplant success......

Hundreds of healthcare devices in Morocco expose patient data to cyber risks

More than 500 healthcare devices in Morocco, spanning both private and public sectors, have been found exposed online, leaving sensitive patient data vulnerable to cyberattacks, according to research by cybersecurity firm Modat. A growing cybersecurity concern The study highlights a troubling reality:......

CDC issues warning over chikungunya virus outbreak in China’s Guangdong province

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a travel advisory for Americans visiting China, as an outbreak of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus rapidly spreads in Guangdong province. The warning follows a surge in infections, with over 7,000 confirmed cases reported in the......

Gaza's infants face malnutrition as families turn to desperate feeding measures

A humanitarian crisis unfolds In the heart of Gaza, families are grappling with a worsening humanitarian crisis as infant formula becomes nearly unattainable. In a makeshift beach tent, three-month-old Muntaha winces as her grandmother feeds her chickpea paste through a syringe. The grainy mixture,......

Long Island man critically injured after necklace pulls him into MRI machine

A Long Island man suffered critical injuries on Wednesday after being pulled into an active MRI machine by the metallic chain necklace he was wearing. Incident details The accident occurred around 4:30 p.m. at Nassau Open MRI in Westbury, according to Nassau County police. The 61-year-old man reportedly......

Proposed budget cuts could overwhelm ERs and disrupt health care systems

A quiet but impactful policy change within the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" threatens to upend the U.S. health care system, potentially leaving emergency rooms (ERs) overwhelmed and nursing homes shuttered. The legislation, passed by Congressional Republicans, reduces the nationwide provider......

Kennedy Jr reshapes US vaccine panel with critics amid controversy

US Health Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr has significantly restructured the nation's top vaccine advisory committee by replacing all 17 existing members with eight newly appointed individuals, several of whom are known critics of vaccines. This move marks a major shift in how vaccine policies are guided......

Gaza bombing at its worst says UK surgeon after mission

British surgeon Victoria Rose has just returned to London after completing her third humanitarian mission in Gaza since the beginning of Israel's war in October 2023. During nearly four weeks at Nasser Hospital in southern Gaza this May, Rose experienced what she describes as the most intense period......

Vitamin D may slow biological aging, major study reveals

Vitamin D might be doing more than just supporting bone health; it could also help the body age more slowly, according to a new study led by researchers at Mass General Brigham and the Medical College of Georgia. The study, published this month in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, reveals......

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