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Common Parkinson’s Drug Linked to 'Deviant' Sexual Behaviors; Doctors Fail to Inform Patients
Patients prescribed dopamine agonists, a widely used class of drugs for conditions such as Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome (RLS), have experienced severe and unexpected side effects, including uncontrollable sexual behaviors, compulsive gambling, and other impulsive activities, according to multiple patient accounts and internal drug company reports reviewed by the BBC. 
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CDC to Study Vaccines and Autism Despite Scientific Consensus Finding No Link
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is preparing to launch a study examining potential links between vaccines and autism, despite decades of scientific research showing no connection. The move, confirmed by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), comes as the U.S. faces a surge in measles cases fueled by declining vaccination rates. 
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Common Pain Reliever Taken During Pregnancy May Triple ADHD Risk, Study Finds
A new study published in Nature Mental Health has linked prenatal exposure to acetaminophen-one of the most commonly used over-the-counter pain relievers-to an increased risk of attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in children. 
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Lung Cancer Cases Rise Among Non-Smokers as Air Pollution Emerges as Key Risk Factor
The proportion of lung cancer cases among people who have never smoked is rising globally, with air pollution emerging as a significant contributor, according to a new study by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), the World Health Organization's (WHO) cancer research arm. 
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Climate Change Threatens $1 Trillion in U.S. Property Value as 55 Million Americans May Relocate by 2055
A new report from climate analytics firm First Street warns that climate change-driven risks could erase more than $1 trillion in U.S. real estate value by 2055. The study highlights how extreme weather events, rising insurance costs, and shifting migration patterns are reshaping the housing market. 
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FDA Greenlights Groundbreaking Pain Medication, But Is It Effective Enough?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Thursday approved Journavx, the first new class of pain medication in more than two decades. The drug, known generically as suzetrigine, was developed by Vertex Pharmaceuticals and is being hailed as a potential game-changer in the treatment of acute pain, particularly in post-surgical patients. 
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Two-Thirds of Long COVID Patients Experience Persistent Symptoms Beyond Two Years, Minnesota Survey Reveals
New research from the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) and a study in Germany highlight the ongoing struggles faced by individuals suffering from long COVID, also known as post-COVID-19 syndrome (PCS). Both studies underscore the long-term physical and cognitive toll of the condition, as well as the challenges in diagnosing and managing it. 
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FDA Bans Red Dye No. 3 From Food Amid Cancer Risk Concerns
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced a ban on Red Dye No. 3 in foods, dietary supplements, and oral medications on Wednesday, marking a significant shift in regulatory policy after decades of debate. The decision follows mounting evidence that the widely used additive, also known as erythrosine or FD&C Red No. 3, causes cancer in laboratory rats. The dye had already been prohibited in cosmetics since 1990. 
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FDA Proposes Front-of-Package Nutrition Labels to Combat Chronic Disease
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has unveiled a proposal that could significantly alter the way Americans approach food shopping. The plan, announced Tuesday, would mandate front-of-package nutrition labels on most packaged foods and beverages, aiming to provide consumers with at-a-glance information about saturated fat, sodium, and added sugars. The move is part of a broader effort to address the nation's growing chronic disease crisis. 
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Kidney Stones Surge Among Children, Experts Point to Diet and Dehydration: What Parents Can Do
An alarming rise in pediatric kidney stones is prompting healthcare professionals to call for greater awareness and prevention efforts. Once considered a condition primarily affecting middle-aged adults, kidney stones are increasingly being diagnosed in children, with experts pointing to dietary habits, dehydration, and other environmental factors as potential culprits. 
