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Arizona Medicaid Director Quits After Fraud Crackdown Controversy
Carmen Heredia, who led Arizona’s Medicaid agency, resigned under mounting political pressure tied to her handling of a massive fraud scheme....
Seasonal COVID Booster Rollout in Doubt as FDA Stalls Under Trump
The Trump administration suggests it may end routine annual COVID boosters, raising concerns that Americans won’t have updated vaccines for the...
World Immunization Week Champions Vaccine Success Stories
Amid ongoing public health challenges, global institutions are celebrating World Immunization Week, spotlighting the transformative power of...
Utah Pulls Plug on Free Therapy for Farmers Despite Suicide Crisis
Amid soaring mental health struggles in rural America, Utah abruptly ended its free counseling vouchers for farmers, leaving a vulnerable...
Midlife Exercise Linked to Lower Alzheimer’s Risk in Later Years
New research reveals that boosting physical activity between ages 45 and 65 can significantly reduce Alzheimer’s disease risk in older adulthood....
Understanding the Allergy Spike: Why Seasonal Sniffles Are on the Rise
Allergies have become noticeably worse for millions, with warming climates lengthening pollen seasons and urban landscaping favoring high-pollen...
New Study Links Daily Walks to Reduced Stress
A recent study suggests that regular brisk walks can greatly lower stress and anxiety. Researchers followed participants who consistently walked...
Middle-Age Weight Gain Tied to Hyperactive Stem Cells in Belly Fat
Scientists studying midlife weight gain discovered that certain belly-region stem cells ramp up production of new fat once adults hit their 40s or...
FDA Ruling Blocks Ozempic Copycats, Reinforcing Semaglutide Restrictions
A Texas federal court upheld the FDA’s directive banning compounding pharmacies from producing semaglutide, the ingredient fueling popular...
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