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NIH ‘very concerned’ about serious side effect in AstraZeneca coronavirus vaccine trial

“The highest levels of NIH are very concerned,” said Dr. Avindra Nath, intramural clinical director and a leader of viral research at the National Institute for Neurological Disorders and Stroke, an NIH division. “Everyone’s hopes are on a vaccine, and if you have a major complication the whole thing could get derailed.” A great deal… Read More »

Eight ways to reduce cellulite in lockdown and save legs from orange peel effect

Now that some lockdown restrictions have been lifted and we’re able to get out and about more, you may be thinking about showing off more skin as the weather brightens up again. But if you’re worried that weeks of comfort eating and sitting around has had a negative affect on your body, then here’s what… Read More »

340B found to have minimal effect on pricing, countering notion that it’s a driver of healthcare spending

The 340B drug discount program has been a source of controversy, with the pharmaceutical industry claiming that it’s one of the main drivers of rising healthcare spending. But a study from the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission challenges that assertion, finding that its effect on cost sharing for patients is minimal. For hospitals participating in 340B,… Read More »

Laws expected to improve veteran's healthcare to take effect in new year – WJHL-TV News Channel 11

JOHNSON CITY (WJHL) – U.S. Rep. Phil Roe (R-TN) is particularly proud of two bills he sponsored that he says will dramatically improve healthcare for veterans in 2019. Now that democrats are taking the helm in the U.S. House of Representatives, Roe will no longer serve as chairman of the Veterans Affairs Committee. The new Speaker of… Read More »

Trend of fewer black male medical school graduates having bad overall effect

While the applicant pool has grown, the number of black males applying is trending downward. © bst2012 – Fotolia.com A lack of African American males entering the medical profession is having a broad overall impact on the black community, a new study shows. According to a 2015 report from the American Association of Medical Colleges, between… Read More »