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Congressional investigation of MultiPlan alleges harmful health insurance billing practices

Jasmin Rodriguez

Recent congressional actions have highlighted concerns about certain health insurance practices that could increase financial burdens for both patients and employers. At the center of these investigations is MultiPlan, a…

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Following WHO declaration of global health emergency, first case of multifocal smallpox reported in the Philippines

Jasmin Rodriguez

The Geneva-based World Health Organization (WHO) recently raised the mpox to a global health emergency. Shortly after this declaration, the Philippines confirmed its first case of the disease this year.…

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Introducing Neffy: a revolutionary nasal spray alternative to needle-based allergy treatments

Jasmin Rodriguez

In the realm of medical advances, a significant breakthrough has emerged with the introduction of Neffy, a nasal spray that has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration. This…

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Cellist Joshua Roman’s arduous journey from his long recovery from COVID to his musical resurgence.

Jasmin Rodriguez

Joshua Roman, a prodigious cellist known for his early debut in the world of music at the tender age of three, has had a formidable journey through the repercussions of…

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Gabapentin: versatile pain management solution gaining popularity among the elderly

Jasmin Rodriguez

Gabapentin, a drug originally developed for epilepsy, has found new life as a multipurpose pain reliever adopted by seniors for ailments ranging from nerve pain to muscle aches. This versatile…

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Financial woes hit data analytics firm amid controversial practices

Jasmin Rodriguez

MultiPlan, a key player in the health insurance industry credited with helping major insurers save billions through minimized medical reimbursements, is currently going through a tumultuous period of increased regulatory…

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Re-emergence of mucosal smallpox in Africa prompts declaration of global health emergency

Jasmin Rodriguez

The World Health Organization (WHO) declared a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) on Wednesday due to a rapid increase in mpox cases in more than a dozen African…

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Ergonomic challenges of ancient Egyptian scribes

Jasmin Rodriguez

At the Luxor Museum in Egypt, the statue of Amenhotep, a seated scribe from the 18th Dynasty (ca. 1550 BC - 1292 BC), embodies more than just artistic interpretation; it…

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Unexplained brain ailment baffles doctors in New Brunswick

Jasmin Rodriguez

Doctors in New Brunswick, Canada, are grappling with a scientific conundrum: a group of patients with similar, unexplained neurological symptoms. This unfolding medical mystery has become a political firestorm. The…

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W.H.O. issues global health alert for mpox as cases increase in Africa

Jasmin Rodriguez

The World Health Organization (WHO) has stepped up its response to the mpox outbreak by declaring it a global health emergency. The declaration came on Wednesday, marking the second such…