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Measles spreads in Texas. And, how U.S. funding cuts could benefit China

NPR Health

A measles outbreak in West Texas has sparked concern as cases have more than doubled since last week. And, China seeks to support pro-democracy groups in the U.S.

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Key Bills in the 2025 Legislative Session AAFP is Watching Closely

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. Running from February 4 to May 15, this session promises to bring substantial changes to medical consent laws, Medicaid coverage, rural hospital funding, taxation on essential goods, and the transparency of healthcare costs.

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The USDA fired staffers working on bird flu. Now it's trying to reverse course

NPR Health

The USDA says "several" staffers working on the bird flu response were terminated over the weekend, and "we are working to swiftly rectify the situation and rescind those letters." (Image credit: J.

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The Functional Medicine Approach to Heart Health: Science-Backed Strategies for Cardiovascular Wellness

Family Integrative Medicine

February is American Heart Month—a time to take control of your cardiovascular wellness with evidence-based, holistic strategies. While heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide, research shows that up to 80% of cases are preventable with the right lifestyle changes and early intervention.

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Men die younger than women. Is it time for a focus on men's health?

NPR Health

Researchers would like to see more study on how stress, the economy and attitudes toward medicine influence the well-being and longevity of men.

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Hockey Hall of Famer Bobby Hull died with CTE, researchers say

NPR Health

Bobby Hull, an electric left-winger known as the 'Golden Jet', marveled hockey fans for his will to win. Named one of the NHL's greatest players, Hull was found to have had CTE after his death.

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Measles cases in West Texas more than double since last week, health officials say

NPR Health

Health officials say measles cases in West Texas have more than doubled since last week, with at least 58 confirmed cases and 13 hospitalizations. Several counties have begun vaccination drives.

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Trump administration yanks CDC flu vaccine campaign

NPR Health

As flu rages, the Trump administration has pulled the plug on a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention flu immunization campaign that targeted high-risk groups, including pregnant women.

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Trump officials will not restart most foreign aid despite court order

NPR Health

A judge last week ruled that the freeze on foreign aid must be reversed. But Trump's USAID team responded that many contracts give them the right to halt funding.

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