H5N1 bird flu infections being missed in farmworkers, CDC reports
Human cases of H5N1 bird flu linked to an outbreak in U.S. dairy cattle prompt concern about missed infections among farmworkers. Blood tests reveal evidence of recent infections in some…
Scandal of “newborn gang” that put profits ahead of babies’ lives rocks Turkey’s health system
A health scandal in Turkey has resulted in the closure of eleven private hospitals and the trial of 47 people involved in allowing newborn babies to die for profit. Charges…
FDA proposes ban on a ‘useless’ decongestant, phenylephrine
The FDA is proposing to remove phenylephrine from common over-the-counter decongestants due to lack of effectiveness against nasal congestion. Products like Sudafed PE, Vicks Sinex, and Benadryl Allergy Plus Congestion…
Where neuroscience meets community, collaboration, and innovation
The Society for Neuroscience (SfN) annual meeting is a crucial event for global neuroscientists, offering groundbreaking research presentations, lectures, and networking opportunities. With over 30,000 attendees this year, the conference…
Telehealth Reduces Low-Value Care in Primary Care
Increased telehealth use in primary care practices is linked to reduced rates of low-value cervical cancer screening and thyroid testing, according to a study using Medicare fee-for-service claims data. High…
Vitamin D During Pregnancy Linked To Better Bone Health In Children At Age 7: Study
A recent study found that taking vitamin D supplements during pregnancy can have a lasting impact on children's bone health, improving bone density into mid-childhood. The study, which began in…
Pregnant and Empowered: Why Trust is the Latest Form of Member Engagement
The maternity journey is filled with uncertainty and questions for expecting mothers. Health plans can help by showing they care, being reliable and consistent, and taking action. Contextualized and personalized…
Uptake of flu vaccine among hospital healthcare workers falls to just over half
The Health Protection Surveillance Centre (HPSC) reports a decline in vaccination rates among healthcare workers in hospitals and long-term care facilities. In hospitals, only 50.3% of healthcare workers received the…
12 States Promised To Open the Books on Their Opioid Settlement Funds. We Checked Up on Them.
Across the United States, there is a lack of transparency in how opioid settlement funds are being spent in various states, including Idaho. While some states are making efforts to…
Thirty-minute training session reduces unnecessary ANA testing by non-rheumatologists
A study conducted at Meir Medical Center in Israel found that a simple educational intervention on antinuclear antibody (ANA) testing in non-rheumatology departments led to a decrease in the number…