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Fauci Fallout: New NIH chief says all gain-of-function research stopped, no lockdowns in future
Gain of function research is a controversial form of science that tries to enhance deadly viruses and bacteria to make them more deadly in an effort to study future pandemic responses.
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AMA's medical education infused with political ideology, Do No Harm says
In order to maintain their license to practice medicine, medical professionals must continually keep up with their education – in varying degrees state by state – as explained by Do No Harm’s report, with the American Medical Association (AMA) offering such Continuing Medical Education (CME).
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Doctor groups backpedal from medicalized gender transitions for kids as lawsuits threaten field
American Medical Association tries to save "endocrine interventions" as plastic surgeons warn whole field plagued by weak evidence. Mainstream media portray defendants in $2 million verdict as outliers.
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American Medical Association flips on gender identity surgeries, now 'generally' opposes for minors
Statement closely follows new guidance from plastic surgeons group against performing procedures on gender-confused minors, though AMA still supports non-surgical "gender affirming care."
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You Vote: Plastic Surgeons group urges delaying gender-change surgeries until age 19. What say you?
The ASPS, which represents more than 11,000 physicians globally, agreed with HHS that there is low certainty in the risk-benefit ratio for gender-related surgical interventions for minors.
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US plastic surgeons organization recommends delaying gender-affirming surgery until patient is 19
The ASPS, which represents more than 11,000 physicians globally, found that there is low certainty in the risk-benefit ratio for gender-related surgical interventions for minors.
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NIH opens East Palestine office to study long-term health effects of Ohio train derailment
A Norfolk Southern train transporting the toxic chemical, vinyl chloride, unexpectedly derailed three years ago, after a hot railcar wheel bearing sparked a fire. The derailment forced 38 train cars off track, 11 of which were carrying hazardous material.
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WHO issues alert as Nipah virus outbreak prompts quarantines in Asia
The Nipah virus, known for its high fatality rate and ability to spread between people, has raised concern among governments, with some officials saying it has “pandemic potential.”
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University hospital system nurse fired after posting videos instructing 'sabotage' of ICE agents
"Following an investigation, the individual involved in the social media videos is no longer employed by VCU Health," the hospital said
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Mess halls get a re-do: Trump trades 'mystery meat' for MAHA meals
As America's Armed Services are experiencing a boost in recruitment under Trump 2.0, their health and meals will soon get a boost as well, with a watchful eye on how we feed our soldiers.
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Top 5 tips from cardiologist to prevent heart issues while shoveling during powerful winter storm
Dr. William Lawson, Director of Preventive Cardiology at the Stony Brook Heart Institute, discussed his tips with a local news station in New York
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Newsom announces California will remain in WHO network despite US withdrawal
The governor said California is now the first and only state to join WHO's Global Outbreak Alert & Response Network, which is designed to rapidly detect, verify, assess, and respond to emerging public health threats.
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Newly released records reveal 725% increase in Medicaid for Illinois children without SSNs
After more than a year of digging, Statehouse candidate Bailey Templeton’s most public records collection shows 1,085 Illinois children under 18 without SSNs had Medicaid bills of $66 million in 2025. That’s up 725% from $8 million for 450 children in 2021.