A selection of news items from around the country relevant to the medical community
- More blood-pressure pills recalled over cancer-causing chemical - msnNOW September 21, 2019More blood-pressure pills recalled over cancer-causing chemical msnNOWA carcinogen ID'd in recalled losartan tablets is the same one that prompted Novartis to halt distribution of generic Zantac meds.View full coverage on Google News
- Another human case of mosquito-borne EEE confirmed in Michigan - WDIV ClickOnDetroit September 21, 2019Another human case of mosquito-borne EEE confirmed in Michigan WDIV ClickOnDetroitA second person in Massachusetts has died after contracting Eastern equine encephalitis CNNMassachusetts reports 2nd death from mosquito-borne virus Beaumont EnterpriseAt least 7 dead from rare disease spread by mosquitoes CBS Evening NewsHealth officials: 2nd person dies of EEE in state's 10th human case of virus WCVB BostonView full coverage […]
- 7 dead from rare disease spread by mosquitoes - CBS News September 20, 20197 dead from rare disease spread by mosquitoes CBS NewsDeadly mosquito-borne virus has Michigan officials moving high school football games The Washington PostView full coverage on Google News
- LIRR warns riders of possible measles exposure - New York Post September 20, 2019LIRR warns riders of possible measles exposure New York Post Nassau County's latest confirmed measles patient rode the LIRR three times last week between Mineola and Penn Station, county health officials said.
- Did you wade in Texas floodwaters? You could be infected - Houston Chronicle September 20, 2019Did you wade in Texas floodwaters? You could be infected Houston Chronicle First responders, stranded motorists and passersby wading in knee-length to chest-deep floodwaters — that image is branded in Southeast Texas' collective ...
- Maine reports first lung illness case related to e-cigarette use - WMTW Portland September 20, 2019Maine reports first lung illness case related to e-cigarette use WMTW PortlandMore deaths expected from vaping lung illnesses, CDC warns AOLSecond vaping-related lung illness reported in King Co. KOMO NewsFDA launches criminal probe of vaping-related illnesses, Congress to hold hearing Fox NewsLori Falce: Vaping defense is up in smoke TribLIVEView full coverage on Google News
- CBS: Is a social panic over e-cigs ruining the “biggest public health opportunity” in a century? - Hot Air September 20, 2019CBS: Is a social panic over e-cigs ruining the “biggest public health opportunity” in a century? Hot AirVaping debate: U.S. is blowing "biggest public health opportunity" in 120 years amid e-cig debate, scientist says CBS NewsPublic health expert worries e-cigarette panic is ruining "single biggest public health opportunity" in 120 years Yahoo NewsPublic health expert worries e-cigarette panic […]
- Collin County health officials warn public after restaurant worker tests positive for typhoid fever - FOX 4 News September 20, 2019Collin County health officials warn public after restaurant worker tests positive for typhoid fever FOX 4 NewsUpdated: Collin County issues alerts after one typhoid fever case confirmed, possible exposure at elementary school Community Impact NewspaperWorker at McKinney burger joint infected with typhoid fever, health officials warn The Dallas Morning NewsCase of typhoid fever confirmed in Hat Creek Burger […]
- Doctor: Utah women aren't getting screened for breast cancer regularly - KSL.com September 20, 2019Doctor: Utah women aren't getting screened for breast cancer regularly KSL.comAn annual mammogram is the best way to detect breast cancer early, according to Dr. Brett Parkinson, medical director at Intermountain Healthcare\u2019s ...
- Women are getting Botox to look nicer. A psychologist says it's sexist - INSIDER September 20, 2019Women are getting Botox to look nicer. A psychologist says it's sexist INSIDERWomen are getting Botox to fix 'resting b---h face,' and a psychologist says the trend is troubling msnNOWView full coverage on Google News
- 30 Dead, 920 Sickened In Michigan Hepatitis A Outbreak, According To Health Dpt. - WWJ Newsradio 950 September 20, 201930 Dead, 920 Sickened In Michigan Hepatitis A Outbreak, According To Health Dpt. WWJ Newsradio 9503 years after hepatitis A outbreak started in Michigan, 30 people have died Detroit Free Press920 cases of hepatitis A outbreak, including 30 deaths reported in Michigan WDIV ClickOnDetroitHepatitis A outbreak continues affecting Michigan for third year ABC 12 NewsMichigan health officials investigate extended […]
- Low Vitamin D Levels, Shorter Life? - WebMD September 20, 2019Low Vitamin D Levels, Shorter Life? WebMDNot getting enough vitamin D 'can triple' risk of early death IOLView full coverage on Google News
- President Trump signs executive order aimed at improving flu vaccines - One America News Network September 20, 2019President Trump signs executive order aimed at improving flu vaccines One America News NetworkShould you get the flu shot? What to know about the 2019-20 flu season Fox NewsUM School of Medicine receives $200 NIH contract to develop a universal influenza vaccine University of Maryland School of MedicineUniversity of Maryland wins $200 million grant to develop flu vaccine […]
- Should you try a subscription meal delivery kit? A dietitian weighs in - NBC News September 20, 2019Should you try a subscription meal delivery kit? A dietitian weighs in NBC NewsWhat's for dinner? That can be a loaded question at the end of a busy day, when your decision-making brainpower is practically used up. Deciding what to eat ...
- Could sunscreen cause Vitamin D deficiency? Short answer: Yes - CNN September 20, 2019Could sunscreen cause Vitamin D deficiency? Short answer: Yes CNNExposing skin to sunlight is a convenient way to meet our vitamin D needs, which is crucial for bone health. That might make you wonder: Does wearing ...
- Franklin County Public Health urges people to immediately stop using vaping products - 10TV September 20, 2019Franklin County Public Health urges people to immediately stop using vaping products 10TVFranklin County Public Health urges residents to immediately stop using vaping products ABC6OnYourSide.comColumbus Public Health, Franklin County distribute bags to deactivate prescription drugs NBC4 WCMH-TVView full coverage on Google News
- Doctors: Rhode Island woman changed color after using toothache medicine - Boston.com September 20, 2019Doctors: Rhode Island woman changed color after using toothache medicine Boston.comA Woman's Toothache Remedy Left Her With Horrifying Blue Blood GizmodoWoman Suffers 'Rare Case' After Her Blood Turned Blue from Using Common Numbing Agent PEOPLE.comWoman's Blood Turns a Shocking Shade of Blue After She Used Tooth-Numbing Gel Livescience.comA 25-Year-Old Woman Turned Blue After Using A Topical Numbing Medicine Women's HealthView […]
- New research: Hand sanitizers no match for Influenza-A - KARE11.com September 20, 2019New research: Hand sanitizers no match for Influenza-A KARE11.comA squirt of hand sanitizer may be giving you a false sense of health security.View full coverage on Google News
- Reversing Hair Loss Could Soon Be as Easy as Wearing a Hat After Scientists Develop Simple New Tech - Good News Network September 20, 2019Reversing Hair Loss Could Soon Be as Easy as Wearing a Hat After Scientists Develop Simple New Tech Good News NetworkCap that zaps your scalp could reverse male balding New York Post Baldness-banishing baseball cap will zap your head until your hair grows again Digital TrendsTiny, self-powered, hair-growth-stimulating device fits under a baseball cap New AtlasScalp-zapping cap could reverse […]
- A New Way Of Paying For Maternity Care Aims To Reduce C-Sections - NPR September 20, 2019A New Way Of Paying For Maternity Care Aims To Reduce C-Sections NPRInstead of paying doctors piecemeal for prenatal appointments and delivery of the baby, some insurers now offer medical practices one lump sum to cover it all.