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Getting the Word Out About Hep C

Health Equity: The Latest Updates

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Does Cannabis Protect or Harm the Brains of People With HIV?

An $11.6 million grant will help researchers map the effects of cannabis—marijuana and other products—on the brains of people with HIV.

As Medicaid Purge Begins, ‘Staggering Numbers’ of Americans Lose Coverage

Most people who have lost coverage were dropped because of technicalities, not because they no longer meet Medicaid income limits.

Study Finds High Rates of Persistent Chronic Pain Among U.S. Adults

NIH data are the first nationwide estimates on the incidence of new chronic pain and new high impact chronic pain.

Risk-Based Lung Cancer Screening Is More Cost-Effective

Models based on personal risk may be more useful than those based on age and smoking history alone.

How Well Do Mpox Vaccines Work?

The Jynneos monkeypox vaccine is highly effective, but two doses are needed for optimal protection.

Mammograms at 40? Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines Spark Fresh Debate

Predictive models found that expanding mammography could avert more deaths, especially among Black women.

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Metabolic Conditions Worsen Risk for People With Chronic Hepatitis B

Those with multiple comorbidities were at greatest risk for liver cancer, transplantation and liver-related death.

Tina Turner, Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll, Cause of Death Revealed

The legendary “River Deep—Mountain High” singer died peacefully, according to a family statement.

Allies in Hope CEO Jeffery Campbell discusses changes at the Houston HIV service provider.

AIDS Foundation Houston Has a New Home and Name: Allies in Hope

“‘AIDS’ in 2023 is a very stigmatizing term.… The word literally stops people from getting services.”

PBMs, the Brokers Who Control Drug Prices, Finally Get Washington’s Attention

After years of thundering against drugmakers, legislators have now focused on regulating the deal-makers known as pharmacy benefit managers.

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Getting the Word Out About Hep C

Health Equity: The Latest Updates

Read the Latest Print Issue of Real Health Focus

MUST read

Your Genes May Determine Whether You Favor Certain Foods Over Others

Why Drivers With Diabetes Should Eat Healthy and Stay Active

View the HIV and Opioid Epidemics Taking Place in Your Backyard

Hepatitis C Cure Linked to Lower Risk of Liver, Cardiovascular Death

Tips On How To Exercise At Home Or Outdoors

Have Fibroids? Certain Vitamins May Improve Your Symptoms

Higher Education Does Not Equal Better Health for Black Men

Shorter Antiviral Regimen Cures Hepatitis C

From Insurance Claim Denials To Smiles, Payment And Feeling Empowered

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