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The Case for Breaking Up Large Nonprofit Health Systems
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The Case for Breaking Up Large Nonprofit Health Systems
How market consolidation turned tax-exempt hospitals into regional monopolies
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December 29, 2025 at 12:38 PM
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New Long-Acting Biologic Advances Care for Severe Asthma
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New Long-Acting Biologic Advances Care for Severe Asthma
A newly approved antibody therapy targets eosinophilic inflammation in asthma and nasal polyps with infrequent dosing and strong phase 3 evidence.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:42 PM
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GLP-1 Therapy Shows Promise for Glaucoma Risk Reduction
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GLP-1 Therapy Shows Promise for Glaucoma Risk Reduction
New real-world evidence suggests tirzepatide may be associated with lower glaucoma risk compared with other GLP-1 drugs in people with type 2 diabetes
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December 15, 2025 at 11:57 AM
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Cruciferous Vegetables Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk in Long-Term Study
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Cruciferous Vegetables Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk in Long-Term Study
Large cohort data suggest diets rich in broccoli, kale, and cauliflower may be associated with modest reductions in breast cancer risk, including estrogen receptor negative disease.
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December 13, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Monoclonal Antibodies and JAK Inhibitors Show Real Progress for Photosensitive Skin Disorders
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Monoclonal Antibodies and JAK Inhibitors Show Real Progress for Photosensitive Skin Disorders
Emerging targeted therapies may improve symptoms and quality of life for people living with chronic sunlight-triggered skin conditions.
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December 12, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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Rising Screen Time Noise Exposure Raises Hidden Hearing Risks in Children
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Rising Screen Time Noise Exposure Raises Hidden Hearing Risks in Children
How everyday headphones and prolonged device use contribute to preventable childhood hearing loss
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December 10, 2025 at 3:04 AM
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Nordic People Say How to Beat the Winter Blues and Find Light in the Darkest Months
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Nordic People Say How to Beat the Winter Blues and Find Light in the Darkest Months
Ways to Boost Mood and Well-Being in the Darkest Winter
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December 9, 2025 at 1:27 AM
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GLP1 Therapy and Metabolic Pathway Repair After Twelve Months
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GLP1 Therapy and Metabolic Pathway Repair After Twelve Months
How long term GLP1 treatment may help restore disrupted cellular metabolism in people with insulin resistance
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December 7, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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Physical activity in midlife and older age tied to reduced dementia risk
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Physical activity in midlife and older age tied to reduced dementia risk
A long running Heart Study analysis suggests about when physical activity matters most for protecting brain health
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December 6, 2025 at 3:32 PM
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Current cardiac risk tools overlook a large share of impending first heart attacks
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Current cardiac risk tools overlook a large share of impending first heart attacks
A closer look at why many low risk adults still experience major cardiac events
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December 5, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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Protein Reveals New Clues About Obesity Biology
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Protein Reveals New Clues About Obesity Biology
A newly discovered role for HSL inside fat cell nuclei may reshape how we approach obesity treatment.
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December 3, 2025 at 9:55 PM
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Early Alzheimer’s Treatment Shows Targeted Benefits Only for APOE4 Patients
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Early Alzheimer’s Treatment Shows Targeted Benefits Only for APOE4 Patients
New analysis suggests valiltramiprosate may help slow decline in a select high-risk group
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December 3, 2025 at 1:32 AM
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Ketogenic Diets Show Associations With Mental Health Changes
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Ketogenic Diets Show Associations With Mental Health Changes
How a strict low carb pattern may influence depression and anxiety
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December 2, 2025 at 12:29 AM
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GLP 1 Drugs Shape Sexual Health in Unexpected Ways
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GLP 1 Drugs Shape Sexual Health in Unexpected Ways
Emerging research shows both improvements and problems in sexual function among people taking GLP 1 agonists for diabetes or weight loss.
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November 30, 2025 at 6:30 PM
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Daily Coffee Habits May Shield Your Liver
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Daily Coffee Habits May Shield Your Liver
Coffee’s Bioactive Compounds May Aid Liver Function
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November 28, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Ashwagandha Benefits - A grounded look at what this popular adaptogen can and cannot do for most people news.justcarehealth.com/p/ashwagandh...
Ashwagandha Benefits For Stress Sleep and Everyday Performance
A grounded look at what this popular adaptogen can and cannot do for most people
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November 24, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Undisclosed Influencer Marketing Fuels Prescription Drug Hype
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Drug Companies Use Shadow Influencer Campaigns Online
A new analysis reveals widespread undisclosed promotion of prescription drugs across major social platforms.
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November 20, 2025 at 3:21 AM
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Watching giant platforms quietly shape what we see, buy, and believe online feels like losing a little piece of economic freedom every day 😔🛒
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The New Platform Power Play Reshaping Global Commerce
How Amazon, Flipkart, and other digital giants influence prices, visibility, and competition across three major economies
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November 19, 2025 at 1:34 AM
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Improved colon cancer survival rates identified for patients on glp1
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Improved colon cancer survival rates identified for patients on glp1
New analysis suggests GLP-1 agonists may offer meaningful mortality benefits for people with colon cancer, especially those with higher BMI.
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November 19, 2025 at 12:39 AM
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Most GLP-1 Prescriptions Miss the Mark in Obesity Treatment
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Most GLP-1 Prescriptions Miss the Mark in Obesity Treatment
New recommendations stress muscle preservation, micronutrient monitoring, and long-term planning for effective GLP-1 therapy
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July 29, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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Humana just blinked. 👀

The insurer says it’ll axe one-third of prior auth requirements for outpatient care by 2026.

No more pre approval for colonoscopies, echos, or some MRIs.
July 22, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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A massive swedish study of 1.2M children over 24 years found no link between aluminum in vaccines and increased risk of asthma, allergies, or autism.
#health #news #trending
July 17, 2025 at 4:42 PM
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Gov’t pressure on drug prices is showing results: Pfizer & Bristol-Myers Squibb will now sell Eliquis (a top blood thinner)directly to patients for $346/month, 43% below list price.

Medicare’s $231 cap starts next year. A win for the uninsured & underinsured.
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July 17, 2025 at 3:14 PM
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Hormone Therapy Enhances Tirzepatide Weight Loss news.justcarehealth.com/p/hormone-th...
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Hormone Therapy Enhances Tirzepatide Weight Loss
Concurrent menopausal hormone therapy increases tirzepatide efficacy in postmenopausal women
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July 16, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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📉 Medicare proposes cuts to ‘overpriced’ procedures, targeting highly paid specialists most.

Under RFK Jr., the agency seems to be signalling a shift challenging the AMA’s powerful pricing panel and aiming to rebalance pay toward primary care.

“Efficiency” is the new policy buzzword. 🤔
#health
July 16, 2025 at 6:12 PM