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Millions of People May Carry Hidden Genetic Cancer Risks, Study Finds

Millions of People May Carry Hidden Genetic Cancer Risks, Study Finds

FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 — Millions of Americans could unknowingly carry genetic mutations that significantly increase their risk for cancer, even if they have no family history of the disease, a new study suggests. Widespread Hidden Mutations As many as 5% of Americans—roughly 17 million ...

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FDA to Ease Rules for Approving Low-Cost Biosimilar Drugs

FDA to Ease Rules for Approving Low-Cost Biosimilar Drugs

FRIDAY, Oct. 31, 2025 (HealthDay News) — The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced Wednesday that it will relax certain regulations for approving biosimilars, or low-cost alternatives to expensive biologic drugs. The decision is aimed at accelerating access to cheaper treatments for patients while ...

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Blood pressure medication recalled over high levels of cancer-causing chemical

Blood pressure medication recalled over high levels of cancer-causing chemical

A New Jersey-based pharmaceutical company, Teva Pharmaceuticals USA Inc., has issued a voluntary recall of more than half a million bottles of its Prazosin Hydrochloride capsules after tests detected elevated levels of a potentially cancer-causing chemical impurity. According to a U.S. Food and Drug Administration ...

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7 Magnesium-Rich Foods to Help Improve Your Sleep—and Your Mood

7 Magnesium-Rich Foods to Help Improve Your Sleep—and Your Mood

Magnesium is one of the most essential minerals for overall health, yet many Americans fall short of the recommended 420 milligrams (mg) per day. This vital nutrient supports hundreds of chemical reactions in the body — from maintaining muscle and nerve function to supporting heart ...

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159-year-old whiskey brand facing Chapter 11 bankruptcy, asset sale

159-year-old whiskey brand facing Chapter 11 bankruptcy, asset sale

Few modern brands can trace their roots back to the 1850s, and even fewer were born to correct a historical injustice. Yet, Uncle Nearest stands apart. More than a whiskey label, it’s a movement that reclaims an overlooked legacy, celebrating a man whose influence helped ...

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Major Study Finds No Link Between COVID-19 Vaccine and Birth Defects in Early Pregnancy

Major Study Finds No Link Between COVID-19 Vaccine and Birth Defects in Early Pregnancy

A landmark study involving more than half a million infants has found that receiving an mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine during the first trimester of pregnancy does not increase the risk of birth defects. The findings, published in JAMA Network Open, reinforce earlier research showing that COVID-19 ...

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CDC Rocked by Mass Layoffs, Sudden Reversals Leave Agency in Turmoil

CDC Rocked by Mass Layoffs, Sudden Reversals Leave Agency in Turmoil

More than a thousand employees at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) received notice on Friday that they were losing their jobs—a sweeping move that wiped out entire departments before portions of it were suddenly reversed over the weekend. The confusion and ...

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Study Links Private Equity Takeovers of Hospitals to Higher Death Rates Among Medicare Patients

Study Links Private Equity Takeovers of Hospitals to Higher Death Rates Among Medicare Patients

A new study published in Annals of Internal Medicine has found that private equity ownership of hospitals is associated with higher death rates among Medicare patients in emergency departments. The findings add to a growing body of evidence suggesting that when private equity firms acquire ...

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Doctors Warn: The Dangerous Habit That Could Turn a Minor Crash Into a Catastrophe

Doctors Warn: The Dangerous Habit That Could Turn a Minor Crash Into a Catastrophe

Across the United States, emergency rooms see millions of car accident victims every year. Many of those injuries could have been prevented, doctors say, if passengers avoided one deceptively comfortable position—resting their feet on the dashboard. What feels relaxing on a long drive could, in ...

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What Your Stool Says About Your Health—and When to See a Doctor

What Your Stool Says About Your Health—and When to See a Doctor

It’s not the most comfortable topic, but your bowel movements can reveal a lot about your health. While stool color and consistency often vary depending on diet and hydration, certain changes may signal something serious. Recognizing these warning signs early can help you make timely ...

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