96 m. ago 2 mpox cases confirmed in Worcester as Mass. health officials warn of ‘concerning’ uptick

As of Dec. 1, there have been 51 confirmed mpox cases in Massachusetts this year, with 37 of those cases occurring between Aug. 1 and Dec. 1. The post 2 mpox cases confirmed in Worcester as Mass. health officials warn of ‘concerning’ uptick appeared first on Boston.com.

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2 h. ago Former NFL defensive lineman Spice Adams talks about good fantasy football punishments

Former NFL defensive lineman Spice Adams spoke to Fox News Digital about good fantasy football punishments and a new alternative as the season winds down.

Sport

3 h. ago Depression is common among police. One cop found relief on the comedy stage

Depression and other mental health issues affect millions of Americans. Police are especially vulnerable, due to the stresses of the job. One officer in Colorado found an outlet doing standup comedy.

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4 h. ago Vaccine Advisory Panel Again Postpones Vote on Hepatitis B Shot for Newborns

After heated disagreements, the committee members, appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., delayed the vote until Friday morning. It was the third time the vote had been postponed.

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4 h. ago Amid Russian Sabotage, U.K. Points Finger at Putin Over Novichok Death

The 2018 death of a British woman from exposure to a rare, military-grade nerve agent was the result of a botched assassination attempt on a former Russian spy, an official report said on Thursday.

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4 h. ago ‘Isolated workers’ to receive panic buttons under new Washington state law

‘Isolated workers’ to receive panic buttons under new Washington state law  Safety+Health magazine

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5 h. ago Republican pitches health savings accounts 'on steroids' that Americans could use to buy insurance — and steak

Missouri Republican Rep. Eric Burlison envisions a super HSA that would let users buy health insurance and unprocessed foods with pre-tax dollars from employers.

Economics

5 h. ago CDC advisers delay planned vote on hepatitis B vaccine for infants

After a contentious discussion, the vaccine advisory group pushed the vote to Friday to give members time to study the language of proposed changes longstanding policy on the shots.

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5 h. ago Simple nightly habit linked to healthier blood pressure, study suggests

New research reveals that a consistent bedtime can lower blood pressure without sleeping longer. Simple sleep timing changes may reduce cardiovascular risk, experts say.

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6 h. ago Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Kenyan President William Ruto at the Signing of a Health Framework of Cooperation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Kenyan President William Ruto at the Signing of a Health Framework of Cooperation  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Politics

6 h. ago As Health Care Subsidies Teeter, Congress Is Again at an Impasse

Democrats won an agreement for a floor showdown after the shutdown, but consensus still eludes the Senate. Will Republicans pay a political price?

Events

6 h. ago Vaccine Panel Again Postpones Vote on Hepatitis B Shot for Newborns

The advisory committee delayed the vote until Friday morning after heated disagreements. It was the third time the vote has been postponed.

Events

7 h. ago Starlink, OneWeb satellites provide accurate positioning in GPS

As disruptions to GPS services increase globally, radio signals from low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites could become reliable navigation alternatives, a new study suggests.

Politics

8 h. ago Eric Dane Says There's 'No Reason To Be In A Good Spirit' During ALS Battle, BUT...

Eric Dane won’t back down. In a candid virtual panel with I AM ALS on Tuesday, the Grey’s Anatomy alum got real about how the diagnosis is taking a toll on him — and what he refuses to do in the face of the health battle. As we’ve been covering, Eric, just 53, first announced [...] Read More... The post Eric Dane Says There's 'No Reason To Be In A Good Spirit' During ALS Battle, BUT... appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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8 h. ago Alternate proteins from the same gene contribute differently to health and rare disease

New findings may help researchers identify genetic mutations that contribute to rare diseases, by studying when and how single genes produce multiple versions of proteins.

Science

9 h. ago The stark disparity in maternal health care for Indigenous women | Op

The stark disparity in maternal health care for Indigenous women | Op-Ed  The Seattle Times

Politics

11 h. ago What to know about "winter vomiting disease" as norovirus spikes

What to know about "winter vomiting disease" as norovirus spikes  Axios

Politics

12 h. ago Poll Suggests Voters May Blame Republicans More if Affordable Care Act Subsidies Go Away

About half of people covered under the Affordable Care Act say that if their health costs spike, it will have a “major impact” on how they vote in the 2026 midterm elections, a survey found.

Politics

12 h. ago Eating for pleasure may boost health, say experts — here are 6 foods to try

Health experts reveal how high-quality proteins, nutrient-dense seasonal produce and omega-3-rich foods help regulate blood sugar, support brain health and reduce stress.

Politics

13 h. ago Scientists reveal the one practice that could prevent dementia as you age

New research reveals that social isolation increases dementia risk by 47% in older adults. The study shows that a lack of social contact is a major neurological threat.

Science