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Screwworm spread tests US readiness after Trump staffing cuts
June 13, 2026·1 min read

Screwworm spread tests US readiness after Trump staffing cuts

Health Care News – Read More The U.S. spent decades driving the New World screwworm far into South America. But now the parasite has reemerged, and…

People Using GLP-1s, Like Ozempic, Wegovy, Less Likely to Exercise Despite Benefits
June 13, 2026·3 min read

People Using GLP-1s, Like Ozempic, Wegovy, Less Likely to Exercise Despite Benefits

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More Recent research has found that despite the benefits, people using GLP-1s may be less likely to exercise. Image Credit:…

‘Spermmaxxing’: Social Media Influencers are Monetizing Male Fertility Anxiety
June 13, 2026·5 min read

‘Spermmaxxing’: Social Media Influencers are Monetizing Male Fertility Anxiety

Healthline News RSS Feed – Read More “Spermmaxxing” is the newest social media trend. Why are younger males so concerned with fertility? Image Credit: Irina Shatilova/Getty…

Using cannabis for sleep isn’t harmless – a neurologist explains how it can trap people in a cycle of dependency
June 12, 2026·7 min read

Using cannabis for sleep isn’t harmless – a neurologist explains how it can trap people in a cycle of dependency

Health – The Conversation – Read More Cannabis has become a go-to-sleep aid, but safety evidence is lacking. IRA_EVVA/iStock via Getty Images Plus For millions of…

How Colorado hospitals are caring for pregnant patients with substance use disorders by overcoming stigma
June 12, 2026·6 min read

How Colorado hospitals are caring for pregnant patients with substance use disorders by overcoming stigma

Health – The Conversation – Read More Substance use disorders are common pregnant people. Research shows a fear of stigma prevents these patients from seeking health…

Democrats seek next ObamaCare ahead of midterms amid rising health costs
June 12, 2026·1 min read

Democrats seek next ObamaCare ahead of midterms amid rising health costs

Health Care News – Read More There is growing momentum within the Democratic Party to find its next ObamaCare heading into the midterms, as healthcare costs become more…

Senate defense policy bill excludes IVF provision
June 12, 2026·1 min read

Senate defense policy bill excludes IVF provision

Health Care News – Read More The Senate Armed Services Committee rejected a provision in the annual defense policy bill that would have expanded coverage of fertility services for military…

Planned Parenthood affiliate sues Alaska over telehealth abortion ban
June 12, 2026·1 min read

Planned Parenthood affiliate sues Alaska over telehealth abortion ban

Health Care News – Read More Planned Parenthood’s Northwest affiliate is suing Alaska to challenge the state’s ban on telehealth abortion. In a lawsuit filed Thursday…

CDC activates emergency response to screwworm infestations
June 12, 2026·1 min read

CDC activates emergency response to screwworm infestations

Health Care News – Read More The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) activated a formal emergency response to the New World screwworm on Thursday, the…

Listeria outbreak tied to soft cheese kills 1, sickens others across several states, FDA says
June 12, 2026·1 min read

Listeria outbreak tied to soft cheese kills 1, sickens others across several states, FDA says

Health Care News – Read More The Maryland Department of Health has suspended Clover Hill Dairy’s operating license.