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WHO-Backed Study Finds No Link Between Mobile Phones and Brain Cancer
In a major development for public health and technology, a sweeping review commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) has concluded that there is no significant link between mobile phone use and an increased risk of brain cancer. This review, the most extensive of its kind to date, analyzes data from over two decades of research and aims to address longstanding concerns about the health effects of mobile phone radiation. 
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Breast Cancer Rates Soar Among Asian American and Pacific Islander Women, Experts Baffled by Unexplained Increase
Breast cancer cases among Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) women have surged to alarming rates, leaving experts puzzled over the causes of this troubling trend. Recent data reveals that breast cancer diagnoses in this demographic have escalated sharply, with young women particularly affected. The rise in cases is prompting urgent calls for further research to unravel the factors contributing to this increase. 
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Updated COVID-19 Vaccines Approved and Ready for Fall-Winter Season: What You Need to Know
As the United States faces a resurgence in COVID-19 cases, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved new, updated vaccines designed to target the most prevalent variants of the virus. The vaccines, developed by Pfizer and Moderna, will soon be available to the public, offering a crucial line of defense against serious illness as the nation heads into the colder months. 
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FDA Approves Updated COVID Vaccines Amid Rising Cases: Here’s What You Need to Know
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially approved the latest COVID-19 vaccines from Pfizer and Moderna, marking the third update to the vaccines since their initial rollout. The newly approved vaccines are designed to combat the evolving strains of the virus, particularly the KP.2 variant, a descendant of the highly contagious JN.1 strain that dominated last winter. 
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Two Slices of Ham Daily Linked to 15% Spike in Diabetes Risk, Study Warns
A recent study led by the University of Cambridge has unveiled compelling evidence that consuming processed and red meat significantly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. According to the research, which is the largest of its kind, even a seemingly modest intake of just two slices of ham per day can raise the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes by 15%. This finding underscores the potential health risks associated with dietary habits that include regular consumption of such meats. 
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CDC Warns of Rising Parvovirus B19 Cases Amid U.S. Surge: What You Need to Know
Health officials in the United States are raising alarms over an uptick in cases of parvovirus B19, a virus commonly known for causing "slapped cheek" syndrome, especially in children. 
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Whooping Cough Cases Surge Nationwide: What You Need to Know About Symptoms, Treatment, and Prevention
A troubling surge in whooping cough cases has been sweeping across the United States, with the latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) indicating that the situation is worsening. Reported cases of pertussis, the bacterial infection commonly known as whooping cough, have accelerated to levels not seen in years, raising public health concerns and prompting calls for heightened awareness and prevention efforts. 
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Medicare Negotiates Lower Prices on Top 10 Costliest Drugs, Potentially Saving Seniors Billions
The Biden administration announced a significant breakthrough on Thursday, revealing that it had successfully negotiated lower prices for 10 of the costliest prescription drugs covered by Medicare. This unprecedented move marks the first time the federal government has directly negotiated drug prices, a development made possible by the Inflation Reduction Act passed in 2022. The negotiated prices, which will take effect in 2026, are expected to provide substantial financial relief to millions of older Americans who have struggled with the high cost of their medications. 
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Men’s Cancer Deaths Projected to Surge 93% by 2050, Study Reveals Alarming Trends
A recent study published in the journal Cancer has unveiled a grim forecast for men's health worldwide. According to the research, cancer cases among men are projected to rise by 84%, while deaths could surge by 93% by the year 2050. These alarming statistics highlight an impending global health crisis, particularly in regions with lower standards of living. 
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COVID-19 Drops to 10th Leading Cause of Death as U.S. Mortality Rates Decline
In a significant shift from the early years of the pandemic, COVID-19 has fallen to the 10th leading cause of death in the United States, according to new data released by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This marks a dramatic decline from 2022 when the virus was the fourth leading cause of death, and from its peak between March 2020 and October 2021, when it was the third leading cause. 
