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Long Island nurse hit with record $544K fine for fake COVID vaccine scheme
Former pediatric clinic owner Julie DeVuono has been hit with the largest vaccination fraud penalty in New York history. The case follows the discovery of thousands of falsified immunization records sold to parents.
WHO projects global cancer cases to hit 35 million annually by 2050
A new WHO report warns that global cancer cases will surge by 77% over the next three decades, with low-income nations facing the highest burden of disease.
Semaglutide misuse sparks surge in poison control center calls
A rise in poison control reports for semaglutide is linked to therapeutic dosing errors and complex injectable delivery devices. Experts emphasize that improved patient education is necessary to address these trends.
Experimental HIV vaccine elicits broadly neutralizing antibodies in prim…
Scientists have reported success in training primate immune systems to produce broadly neutralizing antibodies against HIV using new immunization strategies. These findings provide a vital proof of concept for overcoming the virus's rapid mutation rate.
DR Congo Ebola death toll hits 600 as health workers strike over pay
Healthcare workers in Ituri have begun walking off the job to protest unpaid wages, causing significant disruption to the Ebola outbreak response efforts.
Catnip lotion matches DEET in effectiveness against mosquitoes, study finds
A study conducted in Uganda found that 6% catnip oil lotion performs as effectively as a 15% DEET product. This research aims to provide an affordable, locally sourced mosquito repellent for rural communities.
Frequent breaks from sitting may lower cancer death risk, study suggests
A study of 91,000 participants reveals that frequent movement breaks can significantly reduce the cancer-related risks associated with long periods of sedentary behavior. Replacing even short bouts of sitting with light activity may provide measurable health benefits.