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The Maryland Senate passed a bill allowing individuals to buy health insurance regardless of immigration status, aiming to reduce uncompensated care costs and ER wait times.

The White House sets a rule to cut EtO emissions by over 90% in medical device sterilization to combat cancer, part of the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative.

First Lady Jill Biden and health insurers unite to expand patient navigation in cancer care, enhancing guidance and support for patients, as part of the Cancer Moonshot initiative.

The Blossom Kite Festival returns to the National Mall with homemade kite flying, competitions, and kite ballets as part of the National Cherry Blossom Festival.

Rhode Island's congressional delegation secured a $1.9 million grant for the state's Department of Health to improve public health infrastructure and workforce.

Veteran trust in the Department of Veterans Affairs’ healthcare has increased to 92%, with improvements noted in services and more Veterans enrolling for care following the PACT Act's expansion of eligibility.

Rep. Kathy Castor alleges Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is unlawfully denying KidCare insurance to over 22,500 children, violating federal health coverage mandates.

Mayor Bowser and the DBH highlight children's mental health with community-based services in DC, including PIECE and an Urgent Care Clinic for young residents experiencing emotional distress.

Several were injured in a multi-car crash at Shady Grove; a bridge collapse in Baltimore is still being addressed with an upcoming operation to use explosives to lift wreckage.

Vincent Gray suffers a second stroke, forgoing reelection, yet maintains his DC Council duties as Ward 7 candidates gear up for his seat.

Amazon Web Services donates $1 million to Children's National Hospital, part of a broader $10 million pledge to support nonprofit pediatric initiatives with cloud technology.

Montgomery County offers a free, six-week Virtual Diabetes Management Workshop for residents, focusing on both physical and emotional well-being for those living with diabetes.

Montgomery County hosts its 5th 'Right from the Start' event to support Black maternal and child health at Holy Cross Hospital on April 12, offering resources and education.

DC Health encourages residents to stay current with vaccinations during National Immunization Awareness Month and offers resources for information on available vaccines and boosters.

The VA offers free flu shots to veterans at both VA clinics and a network of pharmacies, urging them to get vaccinated and report non-VA vaccinations to their VA provider for continuity of care.

The Washington DC VA Medical Center held a menopause information fair for women veterans, offering health services, education, and support for managing menopause.

During Lung Cancer Awareness Month, D.C. Mayor Bowser and DC Health advocate for early detection and prevention, highlighting resources like expanded screening and anti-smoking support for residents.

Clark County Public Health investigates a confirmed measles case involving an adult at Ridgefield High School, potentially exposing unvaccinated individuals.

CDC posted Level 2 travel notices after chikungunya outbreaks in Bolivia, Cuba, Seychelles, Sri Lanka and Suriname; travelers should prevent mosquito bites and discuss vaccines.

An OIG inspection found vacancies and longer waits at the Southern Nevada VA, forcing thousands of veterans into telehealth and out‑of‑state referrals.

Shaman Botanicals is recalling one lot of Advanced Alkaloids chewable tablets after tests found excess 7-OH; refunds and returns are being arranged.

A new JAMA analysis finds about 2.9 million Medicare Advantage enrollees were forced to change plans in 2026, with rural areas and several states hit hardest.

A Virginia traveler with confirmed measles may have exposed people at a downtown Bethesda office on Feb. 10, county officials say.

Austin activist Del Bigtree told The Atlantic he wants his children to catch measles and polio as outbreaks surge nationwide.

New Red Cross data finds one in five blood donors have elevated A1C, most indicating prediabetes. Free A1C screenings for donors nationwide are scheduled in March.

A national review of CDC records finds fentanyl mixed with stimulants now drives a sharp rise in fatal overdoses among Americans 65 and older, prompting new warnings for prescribers and caregivers.

A UMN public‑health alert ties ByHeart powdered formula to 51 infant botulism cases across 19 states. All infants were hospitalized; officials report no deaths so far.

A new American Cancer Society analysis ties state-level HPV vaccination rates to uneven drops in cervical cancer among young women. Gains are strong in some states and stalled in others.

Montgomery County leans on its SMILE nurse‑home visit program and community partners to tackle stark disparities in Black maternal outcomes. Local leaders want clinical care paired with social supports.

Declining MMR coverage has left thousands of children vulnerable and pushed measles outbreaks closer to Charlotte; officials are urging parents to check records.

Children’s National reports more teens — and some 11‑year‑olds — seeking treatment for cannabis addiction as high‑THC vapes and concentrates spread.

Consumer Reports testing found arsenic, lead and PFAS in dozens of baby formulas; regulators and lawmakers face pressure to act.

Children’s National reported an 80% one‑week jump in pediatric flu cases as DC logs thousands of cases this season. Health officials urge vaccination and early care.

UHS plans to shift many GW Medical Faculty Associates doctors into a UHS-affiliated nonprofit, a move that could reshape staffing at GW Hospital and Cedar Hill in D.C.

Costco is recalling its Kirkland meatloaf meal kit after a supplier warned of potential Salmonella in an ingredient. Affected sell‑by dates run March 5–16, 2026; refunds available.

A Senate report and Boston Children’s surveys say GSK’s removal of Flovent left some children with worse asthma control and higher bills even as a generic is approved.

A new MESA analysis finds that each extra daily serving of ultraprocessed food modestly raises cardiovascular risk, with the biggest effects seen in Black participants. The findings are reported in JACC: Advances.

A Johns Hopkins analysis of Healthy Minds data shows large long‑term increases in depression and suicidal ideation among college students even as some short‑term measures improve.

The World Happiness Report 2026 names Finland happiest again and warns heavy social media use is linked to falling wellbeing among young people, especially teen girls.

Consumer Reports and federal data uncovered PFAS, coal‑tar dyes and hidden phthalates in everyday cosmetics. Here’s what St. Louis shoppers should check now.

A Prince George’s jury awarded $18 million after finding care delays led to an above‑knee amputation. Maryland’s cap on non‑economic damages will likely shrink the payout.

Food & Water Watch mapping shows counties that spray the most glyphosate often have higher late‑stage non‑Hodgkin lymphoma rates, concentrated in the Upper Midwest.

A West Health–Gallup survey finds one in three U.S. adults — about 82 million — have cut basic spending to afford health care, with many rationing prescriptions or delaying retirement.

Deirdre Murphy went to the ADA’s Call to Congress to urge a roughly $3 billion bump in diabetes funding as local prevention programs brace for steep cuts. The push highlights how federal dollars connect to San Antonio services.

New national analyses show colorectal cancer is now the leading cancer killer for Americans under 50. Salt Lake City clinicians urge symptom awareness and screening starting at 45.

CDC has declared pediatric sepsis a national medical emergency after a large analysis found thousands of hospitalizations and hundreds of deaths each year. Officials want hospitals and clinics to boost screening and tracking.

The CDC posted a Level 1 global dengue travel notice after rising cases among travelers. Bite prevention and quick medical care are the main defenses.

The CPSC and Vive Health recalled about 122,000 adult bed rails after two entrapment deaths; owners should stop using affected models and follow Vive Health's refund steps.

The Pentagon's annual report counted 471 service-member suicides in 2024 — down from 2023 — even as the long-term suicide rate for active-duty troops continued to climb.

CDC has paused rabies and poxvirus testing in a March update to its Test Directory, a move that public‑health experts say could leave state labs short of a federal backstop.

The EPA’s draft sixth Contaminant Candidate List adds microplastics and pharmaceuticals and opens a 60‑day comment period. The step begins a long review that could lead to monitoring or new rules.

A new report finds overdose deaths falling overall but shows Black Chicagoans continue to die at higher rates, prompting calls for targeted harm‑reduction and treatment.

WSSC is temporarily lowering fluoride doses from 0.7 to 0.4 mg/L across Montgomery and Prince George’s counties because of chemical supply disruptions. Officials say water remains safe while shipments are restored.

A federal recall covers about 356,140 VitaQuest-made iron supplements because caps aren't child-resistant; VitaQuest is offering free childproof caps and a full lot chart is available.

An internal CDC analysis that found COVID vaccines cut ER visits and hospitalizations was held up by the acting director, prompting questions about data transparency.

A Neurology analysis led by UTHealth found a modest short‑term association between high‑dose flu vaccination and lower Alzheimer’s risk in adults 65+, especially women. Researchers urge caution.

New federal dietary guidance could add about $1,000 a year to grocery bills, and Nashville food programs are already feeling the strain.

The FDA recommended a Class II recall of multiple private‑label cough drops after inspection findings at a Chinese plant. Consumers should check lot and UPC numbers before using store‑brand lozenges.

A JAMA Network Open study of nearly 128,000 postmenopausal women found living in high‑radon homes was associated with about a 31% higher ovarian cancer incidence and mortality. The paper highlights testing and EPA guidance.

One lot of Xanax XR (Lot 8177156) has been recalled after failing dissolution testing. Patients with 60‑count 3mg bottles should check labels and contact their pharmacist or prescriber.

A new JAMA Oncology analysis shows rising colorectal cancer deaths in adults 25–49 are concentrated among people without a four‑year degree, exposing widening prevention gaps.

A National Academies report, with help from a Nashville doctor, sets the first formal blood‑pressure treatment target for pregnant and postpartum women.

A new blood biomarker and a ‘p‑tau217’ clock could let doctors estimate when Alzheimer’s symptoms will begin, speeding diagnosis for symptomatic Twin Cities patients while raising important caveats.

A KFF/Miami Herald account and federal research show emergency‑department "boarding" — patients on stretchers for hours or days — has worsened. New CMS reporting rules aim to make the crisis visible.

A Chicago survey found most patients would take an Alzheimer’s blood test, but doctors say results need confirmatory testing and counseling. Tests aren’t yet a standalone diagnosis.

ACP now advises biennial mammograms for average‑risk women 50–74, and radiologists — including a Chicago specialist — are warning it could put younger people at risk.

A Phoenix doctor warns a rotavirus surge and a federal schedule change have made timing crucial — the rotavirus series must be finished by eight months.

About 786,100 travel-size Afrin bottles were voluntarily recalled after regulators found they lack child-resistant packaging. Affected lot numbers and refund steps are listed.

The FDA cleared the ProSense cryoablation system for women 70+ with small, low‑risk tumors; trials show low recurrence but surgeons say more comparative data are needed.

A University of Utah‑led analysis of 1900–2021 records finds suicide rates move in decades‑long cycles while youth suicide began climbing in the 1950s. The study urges prevention beyond clinics.

A backend Medicare dataset left providers’ Social Security numbers exposed for weeks, prompting officials to pull the files and pledge fixes. Coverage shows providers and lawmakers want answers.

Three people died and several others fell ill after a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship near Cape Verde. WHO and national authorities are coordinating evacuations while tests continue.

U.S. life expectancy hit 79, but longer lives mean more years of costly care — and many households aren't ready.

A Fort Worth veteran says TRICARE approvals were reversed after TriWest took over the West Region, leaving patients with unpaid bills and delayed care.

USCIS has added medical physicians to a narrow list that may resume processing, giving some hospitals relief while thousands of other applicants stay on hold. The pause still blocks researchers and entrepreneurs from dozens of countries.

Consumer Reports found popular home lead-test kits flag high contamination but often miss lower, still-dangerous levels. Officials say certified lab testing is the reliable way to confirm lead.

A global analysis links DEHP and similar phthalates to nearly 2 million premature births and roughly 74,000 newborn deaths in 2018, and U.S. studies point to tens of thousands of domestic cases.

A U.S.‑led public‑private push will scale SC Johnson’s year‑long Guardian spatial repellent in high‑burden countries, aiming to protect about 60 million people. Backing from WHO and new manufacturing in Nairobi make broad rollout possible.

Johns Hopkins will close two nonprofit home‑health agencies serving D.C. and parts of Maryland this summer, citing staffing and financial shortfalls. The move arrives amid tighter federal oversight of the sector.

A Lancet Psychiatry meta‑analysis finds no meaningful link between common antidepressants used around pregnancy and autism or ADHD after accounting for parental and family factors.

Africa CDC reports 246 suspected cases and 65 deaths in Ituri; the CDC says it is monitoring the outbreaks in the DRC and Uganda and can provide technical support.

Charles County issued a rabies alert after a cat tested positive near Dartmouth Road. Free pet vaccination clinics in La Plata are scheduled and contact numbers were provided.

A new survey finds 95% of insured Americans worry about hospital bills; Indiana data show prices fell while household debt and fear persist.

Hospice Maui says patient care continues as usual after CMS paused new hospice enrollments; leaders point families to Medicare’s Care Compare and a local hotline.

About 121,340 ORB Funkee sand‑filled "Monkee" squeeze toys sold at Walmart and Ollie's are being recalled after tests found trace tremolite asbestos in the sand.

A JAMA study and a federal advisory link late‑night phone use to widespread teen sleep loss, and a UW Health doctor outlines steps parents can try tonight.

A Dec. 5 HHS review classified seven pediatric deaths as possibly or probably linked to cardiac complications after COVID‑19 vaccination, but agencies say VAERS alone can’t prove causation.

Federal and global health agencies say alcohol raises the risk of at least seven cancers, and Atlanta experts are urging clearer warning labels and more screening.

A new peer‑reviewed paper using Wisconsin Longitudinal Study data finds older adults who vote had markedly lower mortality up to 15 years later — but authors caution the link is associative, not causal.

The American Cancer Society added Guardant’s Shield blood test as a screening option for adults 45 and older, while reaffirming colonoscopy and stool tests remain best at preventing cancer.

A Utah clinic advertising $399 MRIs highlights why hospital outpatient charges can run into the thousands. Here’s what drives the gap and how patients can shop smarter.

CVS Caremark will add Eli Lilly’s Zepbound back to some commercial formularies on Oct. 1, 2026, reversing a mid‑2025 exclusion that limited patient options.

A WalletHub study finds Alaska, Oregon and Maine spend the largest share of household income on routine medical care as out‑of‑pocket costs climb.

A limited number of SkinnyDipped Dark Chocolate Coconut Almond Bites were recalled after undeclared peanuts were found in individual wrappers. No illnesses were reported as of the notice.

FDA testing found sildenafil in Boner Bears Sex Chocolate; JXK Enterprises recalled Lot BB21125 and is offering refunds. Buyers should stop use and report problems.

Federal data show 31 children died in 2025 after being left in hot vehicles. Sevierville police echoed prevention tips urging drivers to check back seats and lock cars.

HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will outline federal steps to improve Lyme testing and care in Concord on May 29, 2026. The package includes investments in diagnostics and a renewed LymeX accelerator.

Two D.C. families say their infants were secretly enrolled in a 1960s NIH‑backed RSV trial and later died; lawyers allege preserved tissue informed 2023 vaccine research.

The FDA approved Xocova, the first oral pill to prevent COVID after exposure, for people 12 and older. A Phase 3 trial found a 67% drop in symptomatic infection.

A CDC review of consultations from 2014–2024 links about 145 U.S. patients to post‑op infections and four deaths after cosmetic surgery travel, prompting calls for stronger monitoring and patient guidance.

A national firefighter cancer registry is growing quickly, but Nevada signups lag. Local experts say bigger enrollment is needed to link southern Nevada exposures to long‑term risk.

Federal officials added Hawaii to a ten‑state Medicaid demonstration to expand mental‑health and addiction care. Maui clinics are slated for early certification.

A new PNAS analysis finds cohorts born after 1970 are dying at higher rates and a post‑2010 downturn may stall U.S. life‑expectancy gains.

Target recalled select Up & Up baby wipes after lab tests found Burkholderia bacteria. Parents should check pack codes and stop using affected wipes.

Cigna will end coverage of GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications for employees on July 1, pushing staff toward cash payments and manufacturer or federal discount programs. The move follows price shifts driven by new oral pills and the Medicare Bridge.

A new federally commissioned study finds health risks rise after one drink a day and recommends one drink or fewer, while the 202520130 Dietary Guidelines omitted numeric limits.

The FDA added bemotrizinol to the U.S. sunscreen monograph, the first new active allowed since the 1990s; DSM gets limited exclusivity and products are expected later this year.

MedStar will close one postpartum unit at Washington Hospital Center, cutting 11 beds and displacing staff as the system cites financial pressures while union and community leaders push back.

A biomarker analysis of more than 30,000 adults found that most people who meet the 'five-a-day' guideline still fall short of the 500 mg/day flavanol level linked to lower heart deaths.

Certain duloxetine (generic Cymbalta) lots were recalled after tests found a nitrosamine impurity; regulators and pharmacists advise checking NDCs and talking to your prescriber.

Unregulated injectable peptides marketed online are rising among teens and young men in DC, prompting warnings from doctors and federal regulators. Clinicians and the FDA say the risks go beyond marketing claims.

A national ABCD study finds early heavy social media use tied to much higher odds that teens will try alcohol, nicotine and cannabis.

UNLV researchers were among co‑authors of a GBD study published in Med that finds the U.S. had the highest substance use disorder prevalence in 2023 and projects increases to 2050 without intervention.

A University of Georgia meta‑analysis found tirzepatide produced the largest weight loss among GLP‑1 therapies in non‑diabetic adults, but questions remain on durability and access.

Starting July 1, 2026, Medicare’s GLP‑1 Bridge will let select Part D enrollees get Wegovy, Zepbound or Foundayo for $50 a month — but strict BMI and health rules apply.

A Psychological Bulletin review of 307 studies finds rising perfectionism among college students, with sharp increases in worry over mistakes and socially prescribed pressure.

The FDA says Inventia-made chlorthalidone 25 mg failed dissolution testing; two lots — 11,460 bottles — were recalled nationwide. Patients should consult their pharmacist before changing therapy.

Listening to Mothers IV finds Medicaid-covered birthing people report delayed prenatal care, higher complication rates, and widespread feelings of being ignored.