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The Allergy Season is Here, Check Out Medicinal Safety Tips and Risks For Your Health Benefits

The Allergy Season is Here, Check Out Medicinal Safety Tips and Risks For Your Health Benefits

People with seasonal allergies often rely on over-the-counter and prescription medications to alleviate symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, congestion, and itchy eyes, nose, or throat. However, these medications, including antihistamines, carry risks for side effects, drug interactions, and potential overdose, similar to other medications. Understanding the Risks “All medicines have side effects associated … Read more

FDA Approves New Drug Offering Hope for Advanced Lung Cancer Patients

FDA Approves New Drug Offering Hope for Advanced Lung Cancer Patients

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new drug, tarlatamab (Imdelltra), for treating patients with an advanced and deadly form of lung cancer. Breakthrough Treatment for Small Cell Lung Cancer This approval is particularly significant for those suffering from extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC) who have exhausted all other treatment options. … Read more

Ascension Healthcare Network Faces Cybersecurity Disruption

Ascension Healthcare Network Faces Cybersecurity Disruption

The Ascension Healthcare Network revealed on Wednesday that it is grappling with a cybersecurity incident, resulting in disruptions to its clinical operations. The healthcare provider promptly responded to the event, initiating measures to mitigate the impact and restore normalcy. However, access to certain systems has been compromised, prompting ongoing remediation efforts. Immediate Response and Patient … Read more

Patient Safety Concerns: NYC Hospitals Graded by Watchdog Group

Patient Safety Concerns: NYC Hospitals Graded by Watchdog Group

Eight hospitals in New York City received a “D” grade for patient safety in the latest report card released by The Leapfrog Group, a prominent healthcare watchdog organization. The hospitals that earned poor marks include St. Barnabas Hospital, Montefiore Medical Center (Einstein and Moses campuses), NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull, Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, St. John’s … Read more

Powassan Virus: Massachusetts Town Reports First Case, Urges Precautions

Powassan Virus: Massachusetts Town Reports First Case, Urges Precautions

Sharon, Massachusetts, has confirmed its first case of Powassan virus, a tick-borne illness that has raised concerns due to its increasing prevalence in humans. The Sharon Health Department issued a warning to residents following the report of the case on April 25. Situated in Norfolk County, approximately 25 miles south of Boston, Sharon is now … Read more

Olivia Munn Reveals Breast Cancer Battle, Shares Her Journey

Actress Olivia Munn, known for her roles in “X-Men” and other films, courageously shared her battle with breast cancer in a heartfelt Instagram post on Wednesday. Accompanied by a photo from her hospital bed, Munn’s announcement aimed to provide comfort, inspiration, and support to others facing similar challenges. Olivia Munn’s Diagnosis of Breast Cancer Despite … Read more