Health - Page 114

December 9

Mamdani's new safety advisor confessed serious pill addiction, turned to ex-NBA star for help

Tamika Mallory, chosen for Zohran Mamdani's public safety team, previously battled an addiction that reached 20 to 30 prescription pills daily before she entered rehab.

December 9

Major California health system ending transgender procedures for minors across its network

Sacramento's Sutter Health ends transgender procedures for minors, joining a trend among California healthcare systems changing youth treatment policies.

December 9

Senate Republicans land on Obamacare fix, tee up dueling vote with Dems

Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., announced that Republicans would back Sens. Bill Cassidy, R-La, and Mike Crapo's, R-Idaho, plan to convert Obamacare subsidies to HSAs.

December 9

Key voting bloc boosts Obamacare to highest approval ever as Congress battles over soaring costs: poll

Gallup polling reveals stark partisan divide on Obamacare, with 91% of Democrats approving, compared to just 15% of Republicans supporting the healthcare program.

December 9

Deadly bat disease fungus confirmed in key tourist destination as officials warn of impacts

Pseudogymnoascus destructans fungus confirmed in Nevada bats threatens wildlife conservation efforts as officials monitor for white-nose syndrome outbreak. Travelers are warned.

December 9

Breakthrough GLP-1 implant promises major weight-loss benefits for pets

The world's first GLP-1 weight-loss treatment for pets has begun with successful cat dosing. The six-month implant could revolutionize obesity care for cats, experts say.

December 9

GOP senator pitches 'Black Friday' Obamacare fix that bridges Democrat, Republican demands

Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kan., is hopeful Republicans will coalesce behind his Obamacare subsidy plan, but acknowledged that time was running out to pass a solution.

December 9

Bipartisan lawmakers unveil Obamacare extension as pressure grows on Johnson for play call

Bipartisan House lawmakers introduce bill to extend COVID-era Obamacare subsidies for two years as millions face skyrocketing healthcare premiums in 2026.

December 9

New baldness treatment shows dramatic hair-regrowth gains in major trial

New topical hair loss treatment shows a 539% improvement in trials, offering hope for male-pattern baldness sufferers after decades without innovation.

December 9

Senate Republicans unveil plan to replace Obamacare subsidies with health savings accounts

Republican senators unveil plan to fund Healthcare Savings Accounts with $1,000- to $1,500 instead of extending Biden-era Obamacare insurance subsidies.