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There is only one drug meant to treat monkeypox, Tpoxx. But recently, United States health officials said even a small mutation in the virus could render Tpoxx ineffective and are warning against overuse of the drug. Read more

Poor oral health is common among American adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly 65 million Americans have periodontitis, the most advanced form of periodontal disease. And according to Harvard Medical School, people with periodontal disease have been fou… Read more

The U.S. authorized its first update to COVID-19 vaccines last week, booster doses that target today’s most common omicron strain. Shots could begin within days. Read more

The Biden administration says there’s enough monkeypox vaccine available now, but health officials say the shots aren’t getting to some of the people who need the protection the most. Read more

Securing health care for yourself or a loved one is a big responsibility, especially if you’re just getting started with Medicare or have changes in your life, such as a new diagnosis of a condition or disease. It can be overwhelming if you need services like nursing home care, have to find … Read more

The head of the nation’s top public health agency announced a shake-up of the organization last week, saying it fell short responding to COVID-19 and needs to become more nimble. Read more

Black elders at highest risk for peripheral artery disease Read more

Federal regulators on Thursday issued a first-of-a-kind warning to the maker of nicotine gummies, saying the illegal candies pose a growing risk to teenagers and younger children. Read more

Inside and out. That’s where you wear your beauty. Read more

The Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial is celebrating 30 years of saving lives. Read more

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the nation’s top infectious disease expert who became a household name – and the subject of partisan attacks – during the COVID-19 pandemic, announced Monday he will depart the federal government in December after more than five decades of service. Read more

Pfizer asked U.S. regulators Monday to authorize its combination COVID-19 vaccine that adds protection against the newest omicron relatives – a key step toward opening a fall booster campaign. Read more

The White House recently announced the awarding of the first grant from the nearly $300 million in funding allocated to expand access to mental health services in American schools. Read more

Florida ranked 35th of the 50 states in child well-being, lagging on economic issues but doing better in education, in a report released Monday by the Annie E. Casey Foundation. Read more

British drug regulators have become the first in the world to authorize an updated version of Moderna’s coronavirus vaccine that includes protection against the omicron variant, which the government said would be offered to people aged 50 and over starting in the fall. Read more

The World Health Organization says it’s holding an open forum to rename the disease monkeypox, after some critics raised concerns the name could be derogatory or have racist connotations. Read more

When Christina Belboda looks at her son, Zayne Obileye, she’s thankful to have him in her life after he nearly died almost four years ago. Read more

August is National Immunization Awareness Month, an annual observance highlighting the importance of vaccinations. During the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccinations have become a hot-button topic. Read more

DeSantis refuses to follow suit Read more

President Joe Biden ended his COVID-19 isolation last Wednesday, telling Americans they can “live without fear” of the pandemic if they take advantage of booster shots and treatments, the protections he credited with his swift recovery, but several days later he relapsed and tested positive again. Read more

The Biden administration said Friday it has reached an agreement with Moderna to buy 66 million doses of the company’s next generation of COVID-19 vaccine that targets the highly transmissible omicron variant, enough supply this winter for all who want the upgraded booster. Read more

On a few occasions, Sitaniel Wimbley’s mother grew manic in her front yard. When neighbors were met with screaming and cursing on their street in Natchez, Miss., they would dial 911. Read more

Fetal surgery is a highly specialized and complex field of medicine that offers surgical interventions to repair or treat birth defects in the womb. Read more

In Florida, we’re lucky to have sunshine and access to beautiful waterways year-round. While enjoying the outdoors, it’s important to always protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Read more