April 15, 2025

1 in 31: Autism Rate Hits New Mark

“The true or actual rate of autism [in the United States] is more likely to be closer to what this report has identified in California or Pennsylvania."

Reuters

April 10, 2025

September Deadline for Autism Etiology Findings

Federal initiative aims to pinpoint causes of rising autism rates by September, as HHS Secretary Kennedy launches global research effort.

Reuters

April 07, 2025

Cannabis for Pain: ACP Issues Best Practices

New guidelines from the American College of Physicians address the limited benefits and potential harms of cannabis and cannabinoids for chronic noncancer pain management.

Conexiant

April 02, 2025

Unequal Access Worsens Opioid Crisis for Black Patients

Despite rising opioid overdose rates among Black patients, systemic barriers and unequal access to treatment continue to hinder recovery efforts and worsen outcomes.

KFF Health News

March 31, 2025

Tariff Threat: Drugs Could Cost U.S. $750M More

New research reveals 25% tariffs on Canadian pharmaceuticals would impact critical medications, strain supply chains, and potentially increase costs—with 28 drugs having no alternative suppliers.

Conexiant

March 24, 2025

New State Model for Psilocybin Therapy

Read about the emergence of state-regulated psychedelic mushrooms in Colorado and their potential therapeutic applications.

KFF Health News

March 20, 2025

FDA Youth E-Cigarette Ad Linked to Lower Initiation

E-cigarette initiation among U.S. youth was reduced following The Real Cost Youth E-cigarette Prevention Campaign.

Conexiant

April 29, 2024

Record Heat Waves Propel Surge in Heat-Related Illness

2023 brought record-breaking heat waves in the United States, significantly impacting vulnerable groups. Analysis by the CDC revealed a substantial number of heat-related illness (HRI) emergency department visits, resulting in multiple public health alerts.

Conexiant

January 15, 2025

Bertagnolli to Exit NIH Director Role

NIH director, Dr. Monica M. Bertagnolli, is stepping down after launching major initiatives in women's health and long COVID research, indicating optimism for their continuation under new leadership.

Conexiant