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Minnesota rabies death linked to bat exposure

Jasmin Rodriguez

A recent incident in western Minnesota resulted in a rabies-related death, marking the fifth such case in the state since 1975, according to health officials. The individual, exposed to a…

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Unexpected online access to therapist notes surprises patients

Jasmin Rodriguez

Health systems are increasingly uploading therapists' progress reports to online patient portals, prompting unexpected reactions from some patients. This step towards digital transparency is intended to foster better patient engagement…

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Planning for your pet’s future: setting up a trust for your pet’s ongoing care

Jasmin Rodriguez

In the unexpected event of the owner's death, the fate of his beloved pets often becomes uncertain. This concern prompted Tracy Jennings, a landscaper in Buffalo, Minnesota, to take proactive…

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Biden officials act to prevent Medicare drug premium hikes before election

Jasmin Rodriguez

In an effort to mitigate potential backlash in the upcoming presidential election, the Biden administration announced a significant reduction in Medicare drug premiums for 2025, achieved by allocating billions in…

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Congress calls for review of alleged conflicts by FDA official

Jasmin Rodriguez

Recent concerns have prompted an official call for an investigation into potential conflicts of interest involving a top FDA medical device official, Dr. Jeffrey Shuren, and his wife's legal activities.…

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At 60 and widowed, rediscovering romance

Jasmin Rodriguez

“Life After Love” explores the poignant journey of finding companionship after a significant loss. This narrative reveals the transformative experience of dating as an elderly widow. Four months after losing…

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AI-generated responses: the new frontier of patient-physician communication

Jasmin Rodriguez

As the volume of messages sent by patients to their doctors via communication platforms like MyChart skyrockets, a growing number of healthcare providers are adopting artificial intelligence tools to manage…

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Inconsistent cannabis laws put profit over public health, report warns

Jasmin Rodriguez

A recent report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine raises serious concerns about the fragmented landscape of cannabis laws in the United States. The report argues that…

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Bridging the antibiotic gap: access versus resistance in infection control

Jasmin Rodriguez

The global fight against infectious diseases is undergoing a fundamental shift in perspective. For years, the dominant narrative around antimicrobial resistance (AMR) has focused on the overuse of antibiotics, painting…

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Michel Siffre, 85, dies; explored mental effects of temporary isolation in caves

Jasmin Rodriguez

Michel Siffre, recognized as a pioneer of chronobiology, which delves into the response of our biological clocks to time, has died at the age of 85. He is celebrated for…