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AAFP Represents Members During 2025 Legislative Session

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

During the session, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians actively represented the interests of its members on a range of healthcare initiatives. The process is aimed at expediting access to prenatal care by allowing eligible women to receive Medicaid coverage and necessary medical services within the first trimester.

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Is my Software a Medical Device? Use the Digital Health Policy Navigator

FDA Law

By Philip Won & Véronique Li, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert & Lisa M. Baumhardt, Senior Medical Device Regulation Expert — With the explosion of health‑related software, many software developers are generating products with functionality that is subject to regulation by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

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How to Get Ozempic & GLP-1’s Covered by Insurance (or Save Big with Plum Health Direct Primary Care): The Ultimate Guide You Can’t Afford to Miss!

Plum Health

Mike to discuss affordable GLP-1 medication! These are groundbreaking medications that not only help regulate blood sugar but also support weight loss. Ozempic is classified as a glucagon-like peptide-1 ( GLP-1) agonist , a type of medication that imitates the actions of a gut hormone known as GLP-1.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Health Care Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

As we move into the tenth week of the legislative session, Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) lobbyist Megan Verdeja breaks down what’s happening at the Minnesota State Capitol and provides an update on health care bills. 1878 ( Representative Keeler ) would cover traditional health care practices under Medical Assistance.

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Zicam and Orajel Swabs Recalled for Possible Fungal Contamination

Physician's Weekly

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) after the manufacturer, Church & Dwight Co., Swabs that are contaminated with fungi can lead to serious infections, especially in children, people with weakened immune systems or those with other medical conditions. health officials said. The recall was announced by the U.S.

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Baby Formula Shortages

Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine

Always mix formula as directed by the manufacturer. If your child has special health needs, be sure to check with their doctor about medically appropriate and safe feeding alternatives. The post Baby Formula Shortages appeared first on Georgetown Pediatrics & Family Medicine. Can I make my own baby formula?

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Interdisciplinary Case Report

CDOCS

Intra-oral photographs were taken and after reviewing his medical history we discussed his desires for a fixed replacement of these teeth. The manufacture of a screw-retained or cementable implant crown and Atlantis abutments comes with a significant cost savings. Routinely a 25-40% reduction in cost as compared to the dental lab.