As diseases loom, CDC’s response to measles deaths stirs fears about agency’s reliability
The United States is facing its most severe measles resurgence in decades, but the crisis is being compounded by a growing lack of confidence in …
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Transformational Middleman gift creates new engine to accelerate breakthroughs at Penn Medicine
Penn Medicine is poised to accelerate its pursuit of medical breakthroughs thanks to a transformational gift from Stanley Middleman, the founder and CEO of Freedom …
Pennsylvania coroner shares details on 2 infant measles-related deaths
Lancaster County Coroner Dr. Stephen Diamantoni has provided clarifying details regarding two infant deaths recently linked to measles in Pennsylvania, revealing distinct circumstances for each …
Dementia is taking a toll on Sept. 11 responders. A federal health program doesn’t cover it.
For Stephen Stolarik, signing up for the World Trade Center Health Program back in 2011 felt like a lifeline. As a volunteer firefighter who spent …
DRC’s Ebola outbreak has the potential to become a global pandemic. How to make sure it doesn’t
Health experts are sounding a loud alarm over the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak currently ravaging the Democratic Republic of Congo, warning that its unprecedented speed and …
Former Sunnyvale resident pleads guilty to health care fraud
A former Sunnyvale resident has pleaded guilty to his role in a massive healthcare fraud operation that targeted Medicare Advantage programs for millions of dollars. …
AI-Designed Drug Might Slow Biological Aging
A breakthrough in pharmaceutical research is sparking conversation about the possibility of slowing the clock on human aging. Researchers at Insilico Medicine have reported promising …
Americans aren’t divided on health care. Washington is. | Opinion
For years, the prevailing narrative in Washington has been that America is locked in an irreconcilable partisan war over health care. Politicians frequently frame the …
8 Natural Beauty Tips for Cold Winter Weather
As the temperature drops and the wind picks up, many of us notice the immediate toll winter takes on our appearance. Red noses, brittle hair, …
Just one drink a day may increase the risk of dying from numerous cancers
A common nightly habit might be more dangerous than many realize, as a new study suggests that consuming just one standard drink a day can …