September 24, 2025

When High Hospital Prices Mean Higher Risk

High-markup hospitals, often for-profit, were tied to higher surgical risks, with commentary calling for transparency and oversight.

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September 23, 2025

Juvenile SLE: Feasibility of Early Glucocorticoid Tapering

Early glucocorticoid tapering in juvenile systemic lupus erythematosus is feasible without added flare risk, though anti-double-stranded DNA positivity signals higher relapse odds.

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September 18, 2025

'Integrity Cannot Be Replaced': Ousted CDC Leader Speaks Out

Testimony from former CDC leadership highlighted differences with federal health officials on the process for reviewing and implementing vaccine policies.

KFF Health News

September 17, 2025

‘Death by a Thousand Cuts’

Rural South Texas hospitals and physicians face mounting strain as rising uninsured rates and federal funding cuts threaten access to essential health care.

KFF Health News

September 16, 2025

State’s Largest HIV Outbreak Raises Alarms

Public health experts cite syringe shortages and encampment clearings as drivers of Penobscot County’s historic HIV outbreak.

KFF Health News

September 15, 2025

FDA Approves First Intranasal Loop Diuretic

The FDA has approved Enbumyst offering a self-administered outpatient option for managing edema in patients with heart failure, liver disease, and kidney disease.

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September 12, 2025

FDA Considers Ending Routine Advisory Committees on New Drugs

The FDA move to limit advisory committee involvement in drug approvals has prompted debate on the balance between efficiency and transparency.

KFF Health News

September 09, 2025

Dietary Nitrate Lowers Blood Pressure in Older Adults, Study

Researchers show nitrate-rich beetroot reshapes the oral microbiome.

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September 05, 2025

Dr. Jordan Strom Lays the Scene for ASE 2025

As ASE marks its 50th anniversary in Nashville, the meeting will showcase the latest echocardiography research, updated guidelines, the Kalmanson Lecture, and discussions on workforce challenges.

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