Emerging Infectious Diseases journal outlines the rise in cases in the past decade. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently released a research paper in its…
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Administration Announces Heat Protections for Workers
The move comes after members of Congress wrote to OSHA with concerns about protecting workers from heat exposure. President Joe Biden has requested that the Department of Labor…
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Navy Secretary Mandates Mental Health Care
The order also provides training regarding confidential evaluations. The U.S. Navy and Marine Corps became the first branch of the military to sign provisions of the Brandon Act…
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Senate Bill Would Ban Transgender Surgeries for Minors
A similar bill was introduced in the House of Representatives. Senator J.D. Vance of Ohio introduced the “Protect Children’s Innocence Act” that would ban gender reassignment surgeries for…
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Behavioral Support Contract Extended for Native Schools
Interior approves five-year extension for Tribal-tailored wellness support. The Department of the Interior (DOI) has extended its contract for behavioral health and wellness support in Tribal schools by…
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Congress Disagrees over Army Fitness Test Reform
Senate’s version would revert to the old Army fitness test while the House proposes sex-neutral standards. Members of the House and Senate are working on the annual National…
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CDC Reports Increase in E-Cigarette Sales
Number of brands and flavors between 2020-2022 appeal to youth. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released a recent study that revealed significant changes in the e-cigarette…
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FDA Approves Gene Therapy for Hemophilia A
Severe cases of the bleeding disorder can be life-threatening. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval for Roctavian, gene therapy for adults with severe hemophilia…
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FTC and FDA Warn Companies Selling Copycat Delta-8 THC
The joint effort by federal agencies seeks to protect consumers from the potentially harmful ingredient. The Federal Trade Commissioner (FTC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have…
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FDA Fully Approves Alzheimer’s Drug Leqembi
This traditional approval follows previously fast-tracked authorization. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Leqembi for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease. The FDA included a safety warning…
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