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What We Know About Senator Mitch McConnell’s Condition

What We Know About Senator Mitch McConnell’s Condition

An update on Senator Mitch McConnell’s health after his recent medical episode, including confirmed facts, ongoing uncertainties, and next steps.
City investigating possible Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak

City investigating possible Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak

New York City officials are examining reports of multiple Legionnaires’ disease cases in the Upper East Side to determine if an outbreak is occurring.
Scientists discover the deep sleep circuit that builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts the brain

Scientists discover the deep sleep circuit that builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts the brain

Researchers have discovered a neural circuit active during deep sleep that promotes muscle growth, fat burning, and brain health, opening new avenues for health interventions.
Old muscle stem cells can act young again but there’s a catch

Old muscle stem cells can act young again but there’s a catch

Research shows aged muscle stem cells can regain youthful activity, but a significant challenge remains. What this means for aging and regenerative medicine.
Gavi Doubles Down on Global Immunization Drive, Targets 500 Million More Children Despite Funding Squeeze

Gavi Doubles Down on Global Immunization Drive, Targets 500 Million More Children Despite Funding Squeeze

Gavi commits to immunizing 500 million additional children worldwide despite funding challenges, aiming to strengthen global health efforts.
Gavi approves $180 million for Africa’s vaccine manufacturing

Gavi approves $180 million for Africa’s vaccine manufacturing

Gavi has approved a $180 million fund to boost vaccine production capacity across Africa, aiming to improve health security on the continent.
This spray-on powder can stop life-threatening bleeding in 1 second

This spray-on powder can stop life-threatening bleeding in 1 second

A new spray-on powder has been developed that can halt severe bleeding within one second, potentially saving lives in emergency situations.
mRNA vaccines proved safe and effective during COVID, review says. Cancer could be next

mRNA vaccines proved safe and effective during COVID, review says. Cancer could be next

A new review affirms that mRNA vaccines used during COVID were safe and effective, with potential implications for cancer research and treatment.
Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S.

Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S.

Multiple states report clusters of severe stomach illness, prompting health investigations. Details remain developing, with no confirmed cause yet.
'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say

‘Large and growing’ parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say

Health officials confirm a rising outbreak of parasitic infections in Michigan, with over 2,000 reports of severe diarrhea. Details are still emerging.