These outbreaks are evidence that the two polio vaccines currently in use are not sufficient to reach complete eradication, and the development of an even safer and more effective vaccine is essential.
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How The Documentary Below The Belt Shines A Light On Endometriosis
Endometriosis can often be a misunderstood and misdiagnosed medical condition, even though it affects one in ten women and 25% to 50% of women who deal with infertility.
Indiana Supreme Court Keeps Abortion Ban Blocked—Here’s Where State Lawsuits Stand Now
Abortion providers are taking aim at states’ bans in state court after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.
According To CVS Health, These Are The Healthiest Communities In The USA
Social determinants of health (SDoH) play a significant role in healthcare outcomes.
Study Finds Women, White And Older People At Greater Risk Of ‘Long Covid’
New research published in U.K. research journal Nature Communications finds the likelihood of experiencing long-term Covid symptoms increases for women, white people, older people and individuals with general and mental health issues.
Cancer Survivors At Higher Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease
The increased risk is thought to be partially due to cardiotoxic side effects from some radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatments.
Maternal Death Rates Soared During Pandemic—Especially Among Black And Hispanic Women, Study Finds
Maternal death rates jumped by a third after March 2020, researchers found, though among Black and Hispanic people deaths increased at a much higher rate, figures that have emerged as the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade will disproport…
Bob Harper’s Simple Advice: Know CPR, Save A Life
Celebrity trainer, Bob Harper, experienced a near-fatal heart attack and cardiac arrest. Now he’s on a mission to help YOU save a life through CPR and AED training.
Tired Doctors Are Less Likely To Prescribe Painkillers, Says New Study
Tired doctors have less empathy for patients in pain and are less likely to prescribe painkillers, according to a new study.
Walgreens Won’t Sell U.K. Boots Pharmacies After All
Walgreens Boots Alliance won’t be selling its Boots pharmacies in the United Kingdom following a strategic review of buyers.
