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Epstein-Barr Virus Might Help Trigger Cancer After Kidney Transplant

Key Takeaways Kidney transplant recipients who ve never been exposed to the Epstein-Barr virus but receive organs from a donor who has been may develop a rare a

STI Testing at Home? Survey Finds Many Young People Are For It

FRIDAY, Feb. 14, 2025 When it comes to testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs), many young adults prefer the privacy and convenience of at-home testi

Americans Who’ve Become Caregivers Rose by a Third in 10 Years

FRIDAY, Feb. 14, 2025 A growing numbers of family members now provide care for older adults who live at home or in residential care settings, a new study shows.

Do Steroid Shots Help Ease Back Pain? Experts Weigh In

There appears to be limited evidence supporting the use of epidural steroid injections for certain types of chronic lower back pain, new guidance from the Ameri

Number Infected Now 24 in Texas County Measles Outbreak

New numbers have been released by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) in an update on the measles outbreak in Gaines County 22 children and two

Cancer Incidence, Mortality Rates Declining in Appalachia

indicating the need for more targeted research to further address and delineate socioeconomic, behavioral, environmental, and biological causes of this disparit

Small Increase Seen in Peer Support Services After Launch of 988

The launch of the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988) did not coincide with growth in the availability of most crisis services, apart from a small increase in

U.S. FDA Approves Expanded Label for Astellas' Izervay (avacincaptad pegol intravitreal solution) for Geographic Atrophy

Belly Fat, Diabetes and Drinking Doubles Liver Disease Risk

If you ve got a big belly, diabetes or high blood pressure, you may want to limit your alcohol, experts warn, as drinking could significantly raise your odds fo

Boarding Common While Awaiting Acute Pediatric Psychiatric Care

Boarding for pediatric mental health (MH) conditions while awaiting acute psychiatric care is common, with significant variation observed in boarding practice b