She has a rare condition that caused a blood clot which surgeons removed. Congresswoman Lauren Boebert of Colorado had emergency surgery Tuesday for a blood clot due to…
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Supreme Court Hears Medication Abortion Case
Mifepristone is a prescription drug used in medication abortions that can sent via the mail. The Supreme Court heard initial arguments for the restriction of mifepristone, a prescription…
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HHS Issues Letter to Healthcare Officials on Cyberattack
The agency outlines the steps being taken after the Change Healthcare ransomware incident. The Department of Health and Human Services released a letter to health professionals over the…
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First Lady Promotes Women’s Health Research in Atlanta
She highlights the White House Initiative on research for women’s health launched last fall. First Lady Jill Biden promoted the White House Initiative on Women’s Health Research on…
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First Lady Speaks at Chicago Women’s Health Research Event
The White House initiative highlights advancing research on menopause. First Lady Jill Biden spoke at the University of Illinois Chicago as part of the White House Initiative on…
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FTC Sues to Block Acquisition of Exclusive Drug License
The deal would give the French company a pharmaceutical monopoly over Pompe Disease therapy. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken action to prevent Sanofi from acquiring an…
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DHS Seeks Changes to Work Visas
The department is trying to increase efficiency and improve processes. The Department of Homeland Security announced a series of plans that would change how the government grants work…
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Senate Committee Agrees Reform Necessary for College Athletics
Signing deals, and physical and emotional care for student-athletes varies widely. The Senate Judiciary Committee recently agreed that federal action must be taken to solidify best practices for…
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VA Surpasses Fiscal Year 2023 Hiring Goal
The department hires more than 54,000 employees to sustain healthcare needs. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) health officials announced they exceeded their fiscal 2023 hiring target of…
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CDC Reports on Medical Mistreatment During Pregnancy
Minorities and uninsured or publicly insured receive worse treatment. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released a report documenting widespread experiences of mistreatment during medical appointments…
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