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Monkeypox Death Confirmed by LA County Health Officials
A Los Angeles County resident with a compromised immune system has died from monkeypox, local health officials announced Monday. It's believed to be the first U.S. fatality from the disease.
Monkeypox Cases Dropping, but Racial Disparities Growing
The White House said Wednesday it's optimistic about a decline in monkeypox cases and an uptick in vaccinations against the infectious virus, despite worsening racial disparities in reported cases.
From Patient to Staff at Recovery Unplugged
"I thought I could figure it out on my own and I didn't really need any help," says David Mora of addiction recovery. Reality proved the opposite — but with the help of Recovery Unplugged, he prevailed.
CDC Reports One-Time Hookups Make Up for 50% of Monkeypox (MPVX) Cases in US
A report from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) reports that one-time hook-ups make up for 50% of the monkeypox (or MPVX) cases.
U.S. Counts Millionth Organ Transplant while Pushing for More
The U.S. counted its millionth organ transplant on Friday, a milestone that comes at a critical time for Americans still desperately waiting for that chance at survival.
US May Expand Monkeypox Vaccine Eligibility to Men with HIV
U.S. officials are considering broadening recommendations for who gets vaccinated against monkeypox, possibly to include many men with HIV or those recently diagnosed with other sexually transmitted diseases.
Transgender Beneficiaries Sue Florida over Medicaid Limit
The lawsuit filed in federal court in Tallahassee says the rule change will have dire emotional, physical and psychological consequences for transgender Medicaid beneficiaries in Florida if it's allowed to stand.
Judge Rules Against Required Coverage of HIV Prevention Drug
A federal judge ruled Wednesday that required coverage of an HIV prevention drug under the Affordable Care Act violates a Texas employer's religious beliefs.
How Do Edibles Affect You? Edibles High Explained
How can CBD edible products that contain cannabis affect you? What benefits do cannabis products have? This article will explain a few things about the subject.
Candy, Cash, Gifts: How Rewards Help Recovery from Addiction
For an increasing number of Americans, addiction treatment involves not only hard work, but also earning rewards — sometimes totaling $500 — for negative drug tests or showing up for counseling.
CVS to Buy Home Health-care Provider Signify for $8 Billion
Drugstore operator CVS Health Corp. said Monday that it will buy home-health provider Signify Health for $8 billion.
Adult Star Boomer Banks Shares His Monkeypox (MPVX) Experiences to the New York Times
In a New York Times feature chronicling seven men's experiences with monkeypox (MPVX), amongst them is adult star Boomer Banks, who went public as an advocate for LGBTQ+'s health.
CDC Endorses Updated COVID Boosters, Shots to Begin Soon
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday endorsed updated COIVD-19 boosters, opening the way for a fall vaccination campaign that could blunt a winter surge.
U.S. Clears Updated COVID Boosters Targeting Newest Variants
The U.S. on Wednesday authorized its first update to COVID-19 vaccines, booster doses that target today's most common omicron strain. Shots could begin within days.
White House to Encourage COVID Boosters, Flu Shot This Fall
The Biden administration hopes to make getting a COVID-19 booster as routine as going in for the yearly flu shot.
U.S. Life Expectancy Plunged Again in 2021, Down Nearly a Year
U.S. life expectancy dropped for the second consecutive year in 2021, falling by nearly a year from 2020, according to a government report being released Wednesday.
FDA Chief Says Long-Awaited Opioid Review Still in the Works
A long-awaited review of prescription opioid medications, including their risks and contribution to the U.S. overdose epidemic, is still underway at the Food and Drug Administration.
Tea Drinkers Enjoy Possible Health Benefits, Study Suggests
Tea can be part of a healthy diet and people who drink tea may even be a little more likely to live longer than those who don't, according to a large study.
DC Children's Hospital Harassed over Trans Youth Services
Medical providers at Children's National Hospital in Washington have become the latest targets of social media campaigns harassing U.S. hospitals for the treatments they offer transgender youths.
Explainer: Lower Prescription Prices to Take Time in New Law
After decades of failed attempts, Democrats passed legislation that aims to rein in the soaring costs of drugs for some in the United States.