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The causes of rising colon cancer, the disease that caused James Van Der Beek's death ...

The Jerusalem Post | 2026-02-12, 00:44

Dawson's Creek star James Van Der Beek's death at 48 underscores the growing trend of colon cancer among those under 50, now the leading cause of cancer death in this age group. ...

AbCellera to Present at Upcoming Investor Conferences in March and April 2026

Pharmiweb | 2026-02-12, 00:44

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$ABCL--AbCellera (Nasdaq: ABCL) today announced that the Company will present at the following investor conferences: TD Cowen 46th Annual

Four States Sue Administration Over Loss of Public Health Funds

New York Times | 2026-02-12, 00:44

The states, all led by Democrats, claim the cuts were intended as retribution and will harm efforts to control H.I.V. and other sexually transmitted infections. ...

Are Antidepressants Safe During Pregnancy?

New York Times | 2026-02-12, 00:44

Confusion about the safety of taking the drugs during pregnancy has led to mental health emergencies for some expectant mothers, experts say. ...

Mexico May Be on Brink of Losing Its Measles-Free Status

New York Times | 2026-02-12, 00:44

The country’s confirmed cases have topped 9,000 since last year, raising fears that a high-stakes evaluation in April could lead to its status being revoked. ...

California, other states sue over Trump administration’s latest cuts to HIV programs

The Los Angeles Times | 2026-02-12, 00:40

California and three other states sued the Trump administration Wednesday over its plans to slash $600 million from programs designed to prevent and track the spread of HIV, including in the LGBTQ+ community — arguing the move is based on 'political animus and

Striking nurses at Mount Sinai approve new contract but ones at NewYork Presbyterian reject deal

no EC Seattle PI | 2026-02-12, 00:39

Striking nurses at Mount Sinai have approved a new contract but ones at NewYork Presbyterian have

Colorado sues to block Trump administration from cutting public health grants

The Tribune Greeley | 2026-02-12, 00:39

Colorado filed a lawsuit Wednesday to prevent the Trump administration from canceling more than $20 million in grants for public health. On Monday, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services notified Congress it wouldn’t pay $600 million worth of

Comfort Over Chaos: Inside the New Self-Care Choices Women and Men Are Making

The Washington Informer | 2026-02-12, 00:39

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Olympics competition briefly paused after Chinese snowboarder Liu Jiayu is injured in dramatic halfpipe crash

Fox News | 2026-02-12, 00:38

Chinese snowboarder Liu Jiayu took a serious fall during an Olympic qualifying run Wednesday. Competition at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics was

Repeal the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act

The Liberty Beacon | 2026-02-12, 00:23

Repeal the National Childhood Vaccine Injury Act The Original Petition Benjamin Bartee aka:Armageddon Prose reports on Substack As you, informed citizen, are likely aware, if you follow the machinations of the unholy marriage between state and pharmaceutical

Health Minister inaugurates metabolic clinic in Alwarpet

The Hindu | 2026-02-12, 00:20

The centre aims to focus on treating the underlying drivers of metabolic disorders, including visceral fat accumulation, insulin resistance, and muscle health, rather than limiting care to blood sugar control alone ...

House panel OKs lawsuits against vaccine makers over ads shown in Florida

no EC Sun Sentinel | 2026-02-12, 00:14

The Florida House Civil Justice & Claims Committee approved a bill Wednesday that would let people sue vaccine manufacturers if the drugs advertised in the state harm them. Rep. Monique Miller, R-Palm Bay, sponsored the proposal (HB 339), which would give

Michigan Democratic Senate hopefuls tout their union bona fides

Roll Call | 2026-02-12, 00:11

The leading Democratic candidates in Michigan’s critical Senate race all pitched themselves as strong union allies during a forum Wednesday at a United Auto Workers conference in Washington. Rep. Haley Stevens, state Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Abdul El-Sayed, a

House members push for PBM changes, question Trump drug plan

Roll Call | 2026-02-12, 00:11

Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle on Wednesday came down hard on various sectors of the U.S. prescription drug supply chain during a hearing to shed light on the reasons for rising costs. At a House Energy and Commerce Health Subcommittee hearing, Rep.

Hair extensions have more risky chemicals than thought

no EC The Moore County News Press | 2026-02-12, 00:08

The popular accessories can include flame retardants, phthalates, and other substances linked with cancer and other dangers. ...

Novocure Gets FDA Approval for Pancreatic Cancer Treatment; Shares Soar

Wall Street Journal | 2026-02-12, 00:08

The Swiss biopharmaceutical company’s shares surged in after-hours trading after it said the FDA approved its Optune Pax product. ...

Conagra ordered to pay $25 million in lawsuit alleging Pam cooking spray caused lung disease

no EC The Eagle-Tribune | 2026-02-11, 23:50

A jury awarded a Los Angeles man $25 million in a lawsuit against Chicago-based Conagra alleging its butter-flavored Pam cooking spray caused a rare chronic lung disease that will require a double lung transplant. ...

VA cut health care hiring times in half. A House Democrat says it’s using different metrics

Federal News Radio | 2026-02-11, 23:47

Data from the Department of Veterans Affairs shows it cut hiring times for health care employees by more than half, compared to last year. But a Democrat on the House VA Committee says that improvement is explained by the department reporting different hiring

James Van Der Beek died at 48 after being diagnosed with colorectal cancer. Here's what ...

Business Insider | 2026-02-11, 23:44

Van Der Beek filmed "The Real Full Monty" in 2024 to raise awareness around colorectal cancer. FOX via Getty ImagesJames Van Der Beek died at 48. He was diagnosed with stage 3 colorectal cancer in 2023.Cases are rising among people under 50, including those

Pet Heart Disease in Focus During February Heart Month Across Surrey and the Lower Mainland

GetNews | 2026-02-11, 23:41

During Heart Month, cardiology specialists and other veterinarians at Boundary Bay Veterinary Specialty Hospital are raising awareness about pet heart disease, early symptoms, and the role of veterinary cardiology in supporting long, comfortable lives for dogs

Hyaluronic Acid Raw Material Market Forecast to Reach USD 10.01 Billion by 2031, Supported by ...

GetNews | 2026-02-11, 23:41

Mordor Intelligence has published a new report on the hyaluronic acid raw material market, offering a comprehensive analysis of trends, growth drivers, and future projections. Hyaluronic Acid Raw Material Market Analysis According to Mordor Intelligence, the

Global Medical Gas and Equipment Market to Reach US$30.05 Billion by 2031

GetNews | 2026-02-11, 23:40

"Source: Secondary Research, Interviews with Experts, MarketsandMarkets Analysis" Aging populations, chronic disease prevalence, and healthcare modernization position medical gases as mission-critical assets for hospitals, clinics, and homecare providers

How serious are heart palpitations?

Mega Doctor News | 2026-02-11, 23:35

Heart palpitations – a sensation that your heart is pounding or racing – are a common reason people seek medical care. Image for illustration purposes Mega Doctor News By American Heart Association Heart palpitations – a sensation that your heart is pounding

Musician who lost voice to motor neurone disease is now able to sing again

AOL | 2026-02-11, 23:30

A musician diagnosed with motor neurone disease who lost his voice due to the condition has been able to sing again. Patrick Darling, 32, a composer and performer since his teenage years, received

Minneapolis’ public hospital plans to cut 100 beds in latest HCMC budget cuts

Star Tribune | 2026-02-11, 23:26

Minneapolis-based Hennepin Healthcare says it also will suspend contributions to some worker retirement plans while pausing $24 million in capital projects. ...

South Carolina Measles Outbreak May Be Petering Out

The Epoch Times | 2026-02-11, 23:21

The largest current measles outbreak in the United States may be slowing down, South Carolina’s top