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Sep 23 2024HEALTH

Self-Care for Your Health: The First Flu Vaccine You Can Give Yourself

The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just approved the first flu vaccine that can be administered at home, without needing a healthcare provider. This nasal spray, called FluMist, has been protecting people against the flu since 2003, and now it's available for self-administration or caregi

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Sep 22 2024POLITICS

New Government in France: A Union of Contrasting Views

As France navigates its way through the complexities of politics, a new government has been announced, dominated by conservatives and centrists. The transition comes on the heels of a contentious election season, where the left-wing coalition secured the most seats in June-July parliamentary electio

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Sep 22 2024POLITICS

The New French Government: A Shift to the Right

The recent appointment of Michel Barnier as France's new prime minister has sparked controversy, as he has chosen a conservative senator for the key post of interior minister. This move is seen as a significant shift to the right, as it marks the first time in over a decade that a government has tak

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Sep 21 2024BUSINESS

Boeing's Strike: A Tale of Workers' Struggle

The ongoing machinist strike at Boeing is causing mounting costs and could lead to a downgrade in the company's credit rating if it drags on too long. The strike, which began on September 13, has already resulted in lost production and halted shipments from Boeing's suppliers. The company is facing

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Sep 21 2024BUSINESS

The Insulin War: How Middlemen Hijacked Diabetes Care

In the United States, around 8 million individuals rely on insulin to manage their diabetes. However, the cost of insulin has skyrocketed over the past decade, leaving many patients unable to afford the life-saving medication. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has taken a bold step to address this

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Sep 20 2024POLITICS

Will the Next Election Decide the Fate of Obamacare's Preventive Care Mandates?

Imagine a world where getting a free cancer screening or a heart medication that could save your life is a distant dream. Unfortunately, this is the reality that millions of Americans could face if the Supreme Court decides to strike down the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) preventive care mandates. The

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Sep 20 2024HEALTH

Insulin Price Fixing: The Unseen Hand Behind Diabetes

In the world of medicine, the cost of living with diabetes is skyrocketing, and it's not just because of the drugs themselves. A recent lawsuit filed by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) against three major pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) sheds light on a more sinister force driving up insulin pri

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Sep 20 2024BUSINESS

Twisting the Reins: How Pharmacy Benefit Managers Stiffed Patients on Insulin Prices

The American healthcare system has long been plagued by issues of affordability, but a recent Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit has brought attention to a particularly egregious example: pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) allegedly inflating insulin prices at the expense of patients. The three la

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Sep 20 2024TECHNOLOGY

Getting Smart: Apple's Latest Betas Unveil Intelligent Features

Imagine being able to rewrite emails with a flick of your finger, or having Siri's new glowing design shine brighter than ever. The latest public betas of iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1 have now made Apple's Intelligence features accessible to the masses. One of the most exciting addi

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Sep 19 2024POLITICS

Healthcare's Next Big Brawl: The Fight for Future Subsidies

As the COVID-19 pandemic slowly recedes, Washington is gearing up for its next major showdown over healthcare. A letter signed by 41 Senate Democrats and 154 House Democrats, led by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen and Rep. Lauren Underwood, has set the stage for a heated debate about the fate of enhanced subsid

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