73 m. ago Science drives our public health policy here in Washington state and as part of the West Coast Health Alliance. We don’t trust Robert Kennedy Jr.

Science drives our public health policy here in Washington state and as part of the West Coast Health Alliance. We don’t trust Robert Kennedy Jr.  facebook.com

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2 h. 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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4 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.

Events

5 h. ago Software platform helps users find the best hearing protection

The world is loud. A walk down the street bombards one's ears with the sound of engines revving, car horns blaring, and the steady beeps of pedestrian crossings. While smartphone alerts to excessive sound and public awareness of noise exposure grows, few tools help people take protective action.

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5 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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5 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

Society

6 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

6 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.

Sport

6 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.

Events

7 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

7 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

7 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

8 h. ago Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces FAIR Act to Weed Out Fraud in SNAP

Rep. Nancy Mace (R-NC) introduced the Food Assistance Integrity and Responsibility (FAIR) Act this week, designed to weed out fraud in SNAP. The post Rep. Nancy Mace Introduces FAIR Act to Weed Out Fraud in SNAP appeared first on Breitbart.

Politics

9 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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9 h. ago Testimony of Nasim Fussell, Vice President for Trade and International at the USTR Public Hearing on the Operation of the USMCA

Testimony of Nasim Fussell, Vice President for Trade and International at the USTR Public Hearing on the Operation of the USMCA  Business Roundtable

Politics

9 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 A New Anonymous Phone Carrier Lets You Sign Up With Nothing but a Zip Code

Privacy stalwart Nicholas Merrill spent a decade fighting an FBI surveillance order. Now he wants to sell you phone service—without knowing almost anything about you.

Politics

10 h. ago Eagles coach says a 'line was crossed' in first public comments since his house was vandalized

Philadelphia Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo said a "line was crossed" in his first public comments since his New Jersey house was vandalized with eggs.

Politics

10 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

12 h. ago Governor Newsom advocates for LA fire survivors in Washington, urges Trump to uphold his commitments to help LA

Governor Newsom advocates for LA fire survivors in Washington, urges Trump to uphold his commitments to help LA  California State Portal | CA.gov

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