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CDC warns of rising extensively drug-resistant shigella cases in US

WASHINGTON — Health officials are warning of a rising number of extensively drug-resistant shigella infections in the United States, describing the trend as a growing public health threat linked to increasing antibiotic resistance. In a report released on Wednesday, April 9, 2026, federal health authorities said drug-resistant cases of shigella have steadily increased over the past decade. According to surveillance data, such cases accounted for 0% of reported infections between 201

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16 Apr 2026 14:44 PM 172 views

CDC warns of rising extensively drug-resistant shigella cases in US

WASHINGTON — Health officials are warning of a rising number of extensively drug-resistant shigella infections in the United States, describing the trend as a growing public health threat linked to increasing antibiotic resistance. In a report released on Wednesday, April 9, 2026, federal health authorities said drug-resistant cases of shigella have steadily increased over the past decade. According to surveillance data, such cases accounted for 0% of reported infections between 201

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New pancreatic cancer drug shows major survival gains in Phase 3 study

REDWOOD CITY, California — Revolution Medicines announced positive results from a late-stage clinical trial evaluating its experimental drug daraxonrasib, showing a significant survival benefit for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer who had previously undergone treatment. According to the company, patients receiving the once-daily oral therapy lived a median of 13.2 months, compar

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13 Apr 2026 15:38 PM 162 views

New pancreatic cancer drug shows major survival gains in Phase 3 study

REDWOOD CITY, California — Revolution Medicines announced positive results from a late-stage clinical trial evaluating its experimental drug daraxonrasib, showing a significant survival benefit for patients with advanced pancreatic cancer who had previously undergone treatment. According to the company, patients receiving the once-daily oral therapy lived a median of 13.2 months, compar

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US eye drop recall expands to over 3 million bottles across major retailers

A California-based pharmaceutical company has expa

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03 Apr 2026 12:20 PM 204 views

US eye drop recall expands to over 3 million bottles across major retailers

A California-based pharmaceutical company has expa

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Two new measles cases confirmed in Northern Virginia, officials warn

Health officials in Northern Virginia have confirmed two new measles cases, prompting a public health alert and an extensive list of potential exposure sites in and around Manassas. The Virginia Department of Health is urging residents who may have visited the identified locations during specific time windows to monitor themselves closely for symptoms and take appropriate precautions. According to the department, at least 10 locations have been flagged as possible measles exposure sites. Ind

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20 Feb 2026 14:14 PM 233 views

Two new measles cases confirmed in Northern Virginia, officials warn

Health officials in Northern Virginia have confirmed two new measles cases, prompting a public health alert and an extensive list of potential exposure sites in and around Manassas. The Virginia Department of Health is urging residents who may have visited the identified locations during specific time windows to monitor themselves closely for symptoms and take appropriate precautions. According to the department, at least 10 locations have been flagged as possible measles exposure sites. Ind

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North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

New Jersey health officials have confirmed the first pediatric death linked to influenza during the 2025–26 flu season, underscoring growing concerns about an early and intense wave of respiratory illness across the state. The child, who was under the age of five and lived in northern New Jersey, died as a result of flu-related complications, according to a statement released by the New Jersey Department of Health. State officials reported that influenza activity this season has a

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09 Jan 2026 13:07 PM 338 views

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

New Jersey health officials have confirmed the first pediatric death linked to influenza during the 2025–26 flu season, underscoring growing concerns about an early and intense wave of respiratory illness across the state. The child, who was under the age of five and lived in northern New Jersey, died as a result of flu-related complications, according to a statement released by the New Jersey Department of Health. State officials reported that influenza activity this season has a

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Trump drug pricing deals seen as limited relief for most U.S. patients

President Donald Trump’s recently announced agreements with pharmaceutical companies are expected to have a limited effect on what most Americans pay for prescription drugs, according to health policy experts who say the scope and structure of the deals leave many patients unaffected. Since Sept. 30, the Trump administration has reached agreements with 14 drugmakers in exchange for relie

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08 Jan 2026 13:43 PM 287 views

Trump drug pricing deals seen as limited relief for most U.S. patients

President Donald Trump’s recently announced agreements with pharmaceutical companies are expected to have a limited effect on what most Americans pay for prescription drugs, according to health policy experts who say the scope and structure of the deals leave many patients unaffected. Since Sept. 30, the Trump administration has reached agreements with 14 drugmakers in exchange for relie

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FDA Approves First Oral Wegovy Pill, Offering Needle-Free Weight Loss Option

In a major development for obesity treatment, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first oral version of Wegovy, marking a significant shift in how weight-loss medications can be administered. The approval was announced by Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, which described the tablet

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22 Dec 2025 23:55 PM 218 views

FDA Approves First Oral Wegovy Pill, Offering Needle-Free Weight Loss Option

In a major development for obesity treatment, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved the first oral version of Wegovy, marking a significant shift in how weight-loss medications can be administered. The approval was announced by Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk, which described the tablet

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First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

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20 Nov 2025 02:19 AM 323 views

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

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Early global surge of H3N2 flu raises concern as U.S. enters peak season

Health officials across the United States are closely monitoring a rapidly spreading H3N2 influenza strain that has already led to unusually large outbreaks in several countries. The early and aggressive activity observed abroad is raising concern that the U.S. may be headed toward a more challenging flu season than in recent years. Countries including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan have recorded stronger-than-normal waves of influenza infection, with some regions reporting significant

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19 Nov 2025 10:10 AM 323 views

Early global surge of H3N2 flu raises concern as U.S. enters peak season

Health officials across the United States are closely monitoring a rapidly spreading H3N2 influenza strain that has already led to unusually large outbreaks in several countries. The early and aggressive activity observed abroad is raising concern that the U.S. may be headed toward a more challenging flu season than in recent years. Countries including Canada, the United Kingdom, and Japan have recorded stronger-than-normal waves of influenza infection, with some regions reporting significant

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Haley Stevens announces impeachment articles against Robert F Kennedy Jr over health crisis

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced on Thursday, September 25, that she will introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. The move marks an escalation of her opposition to Kennedy’s policies, which she described as creating “healthcare chaos” across the country. In her post, Stevens stated that the time for patience has ended, declaring “enough is enough” and pledging to pursue formal impeachment proceedi

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25 Sep 2025 14:20 PM 593 views

Haley Stevens announces impeachment articles against Robert F Kennedy Jr over health crisis

US Congresswoman Haley Stevens announced on Thursday, September 25, that she will introduce articles of impeachment against Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr. The move marks an escalation of her opposition to Kennedy’s policies, which she described as creating “healthcare chaos” across the country. In her post, Stevens stated that the time for patience has ended, declaring “enough is enough” and pledging to pursue formal impeachment proceedi

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Novo Nordisk cuts Ozempic price to $499 for uninsured diabetes patients

Novo Nordisk has announced a major price cut for its popular diabetes medication Ozempic, offering the drug for just $499 per month for patients in the United States who are uninsured or paying out-of-pocket. This move represents a significant reduction from the previous list price of nearly $1,350, and it is aimed at improving access for patients who otherwise struggle to afford the medication. The drug will now be available at the lower price through the comp

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19 Aug 2025 14:39 PM 671 views

Novo Nordisk cuts Ozempic price to $499 for uninsured diabetes patients

Novo Nordisk has announced a major price cut for its popular diabetes medication Ozempic, offering the drug for just $499 per month for patients in the United States who are uninsured or paying out-of-pocket. This move represents a significant reduction from the previous list price of nearly $1,350, and it is aimed at improving access for patients who otherwise struggle to afford the medication. The drug will now be available at the lower price through the comp

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CDC warns of rising extensively drug-resistant shigella cases in US

CDC warns of rising extensively drug-resistant shigella cases in US

New pancreatic cancer drug shows major survival gains in Phase 3 study

New pancreatic cancer drug shows major survival gains in Phase 3 study

US eye drop recall expands to over 3 million bottles across major retailers

US eye drop recall expands to over 3 million bottles across major retailers

Two new measles cases confirmed in Northern Virginia, officials warn

Two new measles cases confirmed in Northern Virginia, officials warn

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

North Jersey child dies from flu as 2025–26 season shows early severity

Trump drug pricing deals seen as limited relief for most U.S. patients

Trump drug pricing deals seen as limited relief for most U.S. patients

FDA Approves First Oral Wegovy Pill, Offering Needle-Free Weight Loss Option

FDA Approves First Oral Wegovy Pill, Offering Needle-Free Weight Loss Option

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

First U.S. human case of H5N5 bird flu confirmed in Washington state

Early global surge of H3N2 flu raises concern as U.S. enters peak season

Early global surge of H3N2 flu raises concern as U.S. enters peak season

Haley Stevens announces impeachment articles against Robert F Kennedy Jr over health crisis

Haley Stevens announces impeachment articles against Robert F Kennedy Jr over health crisis

Novo Nordisk cuts Ozempic price to $499 for uninsured diabetes patients

Novo Nordisk cuts Ozempic price to $499 for uninsured diabetes patients

Dangerous swim and boating conditions hit Lake Michigan beaches amid storms and high waves

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