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Study Shows 1,100% Spike In Mississippi Babies Born With Syphilis—It’s Also Rising In These Other States

The treatable disease is rebounding due to factors including a lack of STD prevention and inconsistent healthcare coverage.

Ultra-Processed Food—Especially Artificial Sweeteners—Linked To Depression, Study Finds

People with diets high in ultra-processed foods—products made with industrial ingredients and often loaded with chemical additives—had around a 50% higher risk of depression, researchers found.

Creatine Supplements Might Help Reduce Post Covid Fatigue

Taking dietary creatine supplements for at least six months might help in reducing the severity of symptoms among patients with post Covid fatigue syndrome.

Congress Navigating The Future Of AI In Healthcare

Summarizing the white paper on Exploring Congress’ Framework for the Future of AI

FDA Rejects Nasal Spray For Severe Allergic Reactions—Delaying First Needle-Free EpiPen Alternative

ARS Pharmaceuticals chief executive Richard Lowenthal said the company is “very surprised” and “deeply disappointed” by the FDA’s decision.

Cancer Is Becoming More Common In Young Americans—Here’s What Needs To Be Done

The results of this study underscore the importance of taking a pro-active approach in mitigating cancer risk factors.

Dark Magic: Drug Companies And The Art Of Deception

Pharma companies have mastered the art of deception to maintain massive profits—and to keep Americans distracted from these important truths about drug pricing.

Covid-19: England Urges Public To Get Shots As Hospital Cases Rise

Health leaders asked members of the public to book their winter booster shots as soon as possible in the hopes of getting everyone eligible a shot by the end of October.

Bankrupt Digital Health Company Babylon Sells U.K. Assets For Just $620,000

The British telehealth startup–once valued at over $4.2 billion–had sold its U.K. arm for around $620,000 after filing for bankruptcy.

Danaher Lowers Price Of Tuberculosis Test After Pressure Campaign

Popular novelist and YouTuber John Green as well as international health nonprofits had been running a weeklong pressure campaign against the company.