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Why PCOS Has A New Name: What Every Woman Needs To Know
After extensive collaboration involving over 22,000 individuals from more than 50 organizations and thousands of patients, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) has been officially renamed polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS). This significant change addresses the long-standing misnomer of the previous name, which inaccurately implied the condition centered solely on ovarian cysts, thereby obscuring its complex metabolic and hormonal impacts and contributing to delayed diagnosis and inadequate treatment for the 1 in 8 women affected worldwide.
Amid AI Boom, Coal Returns — With A Familiar Cost
Environmental justice organizations, including Earthjustice and Florida Rising, are challenging a federal order that has extended the operation of the nearly 40-year-old Stanton Energy Center coal plant in Orlando, arguing that its continued use to meet rising electricity demands from artificial intelligence and data centers disproportionately burdens Black communities with heightened health risks from pollution.
Johnson & Johnson Offers Up To $5.5 Billion To Settle Baby Powder Cancer Lawsuits
Pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson has proposed a $5.5 billion settlement to resolve approximately 76,000 lawsuits alleging its talcum powder-based products caused ovarian cancer.
When Black Families Seek Help, Who Keeps Them Safe?
Hundreds of mourners convened in Sikeston, Missouri, for the funeral of Lloyd Gilmore, 44, who died in police custody following a physical altercation involving seven officers.
The ‘Slo-Mo’ Recall Of Lettuce Linked To The Cyclospora Outbreak
A cyclosporiasis outbreak, sickening thousands of Americans across multiple states, has been linked to lettuce from Taylor Farms, prompting intensified scrutiny of the nation's food safety systems and the political contributions of the company's leadership.
Why America’s Drug Shortages Are Lasting Longer
Beurer reports that after receiving a hypertension alert from your smartwatch, you should stay calm, check your blood pressure with a certified monitor, and consult a doctor if needed.
Multicultural Counseling: Why Finding A Therapist Who Understands You Matters
Rula reports on the importance of multicultural counseling, emphasizing culturally sensitive care to enhance therapeutic relationships and treatment effectiveness.
What To Do After Getting A Hypertension Alert From Your Smartwatch
Beurer reports that after receiving a hypertension alert from your smartwatch, you should stay calm, check your blood pressure with a certified monitor, and consult a doctor if needed.
A Guide To Medication Formularies: Understanding Your Prescription Coverage
GoodRx reports that understanding medication formularies is crucial for comparing health plans and managing prescription costs effectively.
Why Concerns About Tap Water Quality Are Getting Harder To Ignore
Culligan reports that concerns over tap water quality are rising as new contaminants like PFAS and microplastics are discovered, prompting increased scrutiny and regulatory attention.