Philadelphia’s street opioid supply – or “dope” market – is constantly changing. As health care workers and researchers who care for people who use drugs in our community, we have witnessed these shifts firsthand.
New adulterants…
Category: 5. Health
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Which Side Will Makary Take In The Fight Over Weight Loss Drugs?
MARCH 6: Dr. Marty Makary, nominee to be commissioner of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … More
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5 Things To Know About Sudden Cardiac Arrest In Young, Healthy People
People think that sudden cardiac arrest as something that happens only to older, sick people. Yet in … More
Every so often, a young, seemingly healthy…
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Health Ministry announces new plan to approve new medicines faster
The Health Ministry announced on Tuesday a new plan to simplify and speed up the process for approving new medications.
The new framework aims to shorten the time of registering new medications in Israel, making drugs more readily available…
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Are Ultra-Processed Foods A Hidden Risk? Here’s What You Need To Know
Woman pouring sugar in bowl near breakfast
In today’s fast-paced world, ultra-processed foods have become dietary staples, offering convenience, affordability and a tantalizing taste. But as scientists delve deeper into their effects, an…
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Bird Flu Found In Sheep For First Time, Sparking Health Concerns
SYDNEY, NSW – SEPTEMBER 28: A sign warning of the dangers of importing avian products is displayed … More
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Helping You With Stress
Bonn, Germany – April 16: In this photo illustration a frustrated girl sits at her desk on April … More
We all face stressful situations,…
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Marijuana Continues To Harm More And More Americans
MAPLEWOOD, NEW JERSEY – APRIL 21: Marijuana products are displayed at Apothecarium Dispensary on … More
Despite the growing trend of legalizing…
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Tuberculosis could be eradicated. So why isn’t it?
Everything Is Tuberculosis
John Green
Crash Course Books, $28A few years ago, renowned author John Green met a boy named Henry at Lakka Government Hospital in Sierra Leone. Henry was small and, at first glance, looked about 9…
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Why is this startup growing synthetic brains from urine?
According to the folks at Itay&Beyond, this startup is the only enterprise developing brain tissue from kids’ urine cells and teaching that tissue to engage with video games for drug testing purposes.
I am inclined to believe them…
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